sayings - Master This Word
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sayings Word Meanings
- phrases that convey a general truth or piece of advice
- common expressions, often with a moral lesson
- short, wise remarks
sayings Example Sentences
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sayings Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/ˈseɪ.ɪŋ/
US
/ˈseɪ.ɪŋ/
sayings Word Etymology
Root decomposition: say (root) + -ing (suffix). Historical origin: Old English 'secgan' (to say) → Middle English 'saying' → Modern English. Memory image: picture a wise elder sharing a pearl of wisdom through a simple phrase, capturing timeless truths.
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Read the FAQ explanation of Comprehensible Input5-Step Learning Method - Learn English in English
Step 1: Meaning
What is the meaning of the word 'sayings'?
A.An action of speaking
B.A type of fruit
C.Expressions of wisdom or truth
D.A place where people gather
Step 2: Usage
Choose the sentence that correctly uses 'sayings'.
A.The car was parked near the sayings.
B.He loves to tell old sayings to his friends.
C.In the garden, she grew many sayings.
D.Sayings can’t move if you don't push them.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which word is most similar to 'sayings'?
A.Proverbs
B.Animals
C.Furniture
D.Cities
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is the opposite of 'sayings'?
A.Conversation
B.Silence
C.Question
D.Negotiation
Step 5: Mastery
Can you think of a real-life context where people share wisdom?
A.In a meeting, ideas and sayings from the past inspire the discussion.
B.A person sits silently by a riverbank.
C.A child plays in the sun with their friends.
D.During a festival, people share tales of old.
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