Chapter 9 Flashcards
dialect
Word: dialect (noun)
Definition: a variety of a language that is distinguished from other varieties of the same language by features of phonology, grammar, and vocabulary
Synonym: accent, idiom
Pronunciation: DIAlect
Translation: 방언, 사투리
Sentence of book: People speak with a wide variety of dialects and accents, which current voice recognition systems simply cannot cope with.
My sentence: She speaks a broad Gyeongsang-do dialect.
dubious
Word: dubious (adj)
Definition: of doubtful quality or propriety; questionable:
Synonym: obscure, unclear. undecided, uncertain
Pronunciation: DUbious
Translation: 의심하는, 미심쩍어 하는
Sentence of book: In fact, many of star Trek technologies that seemed dubious or impossible only a few decades ago now are available for use in the real world.
My sentence: I was dubious about the whole idea.
feasible
Word: feasible (adj)
Definition: capable of being done, effected, or accomplished
Synonym: possible
Pronunciation: FEAsible
Translation: 실현 가능한
Sentence of book: Although the plan had many critics, the CEO still believed that it was feasible.
My sentence: I don’t know whether it is feasible or not.
graphic
Word: graphic (adj)
Definition: giving a clear and effective picture
Synonym: telling, detailed
Pronunciation: GRAphic
Translation: 그래픽의
Sentence of book: Newspaper advertising is heavily dependent on graphic design for its visual appeal.
My sentence: I wanted to be a graphic designer.
magnetic
Word: magnetic (adj)
Definition: having the properties of a magnet
Synonym: persuasive, captivating
Pronunciation: magNETic
Translation: 자석 같은
Sentence of book: The North Magnetic Pole, which compasses point to, is situated in Canada and moves about 25 miles per year.
My sentence: The magnetic needle points to the north.
portable
Word: portable (adj)
Definition: capable of being transported or conveyed, easily transported
Synonym: compact, convenient, handy
Pronunciation: PORtable
Translation: 휴대하기 쉬운, 휴대용의
Sentence of book: The exploration of the oceans has been made possible by a portable air supply system called SCUBA (Self-Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus).
My sentence: How much does a light portable computer weigh?
spark
Word: spark (noun)
Definition: an ignited or fiery particle such as is thrown off by burning wood or produced by one hard body striking against another
Synonym: bit
Pronunciation: spark
Translation: 불꽃, 불똥
Sentence of book: This sparked the “Trekkie” phenomenon, with a total of sis television series and eleven movies as of 2009.
My sentence: She didn’t show a spark of interest.
trek
Word: trek (verb)
Definition: to travel or migrate, especially slowly or with difficulty.
Synonym: expedition, hiking
Pronunciation: trek
Translation: 트레킹, 오지여행
Sentence of book: One of the most successful science fiction programs of all times is star Trek.
My sentence: It’s a long trek into town.
viable
Word: viable (adj) Definition: capable of living Synonym: practical, feasible Pronunciation: VIAble Translation: 실행 능한, 성공할 수 있는 Sentence of book: Although transporters, time-travel machines, and the like are not currently feasible, other equipment seems viable and may be developed during our lifetimes. My sentence: This is viable program.
dissolve
Word: dissolve (verb)
Definition: to make a solution of, as by mixing with a liquid; pass into solution
Synonym: melt
Pronunciation: disSOLve
Translation: 녹다, 용해되다
Sentence of book: This dissolves and eliminates the diseased area.
My sentence: Salt dissolves in water.
