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dah

Elementary (A2)

IPA: /dɑː/

KK: /dɑ/

noun
Definition

A sound used in Morse code to represent a dash.


Example

In Morse code, a 'dah' is longer than a 'dit'.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you know that in Morse code, a dah represents a dash?
Sloth B
Really? I always thought it was the other way around!
Sloth A
Yeah, it's interesting how simple sounds can have specific meanings like that.
Sloth B
Totally! I should learn more about Morse code.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
dash
mark
signal
Antonyms
silence
quiet
stillness
Root Explanation

This word originates from informal English, often used as a sound to express confusion or realization, similar to 'duh'.

Memory Tip

Think of 'dah' as a sound that expresses a moment of realization or confusion, similar to when someone says 'duh'.

Visually Confused Words
dash
da
ah
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