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zona

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: //ˈzoʊ.nə//

KK: /zō'nə/

noun
Definition

A type of fish found in Madagascar, known for its silvery body and red tail.


Example

The zona is a unique fish that can only be found in the waters of Madagascar.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever seen a zona fish in person?
Sloth B
No, I haven't! What do they look like?
Sloth A
They have a really unique appearance with red tails; it's quite striking.
Sloth B
That sounds interesting! I’d love to see one someday.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
fish
species
silverside
Antonyms
Root Explanation

Zona → It originates from Latin 'zona', meaning a belt or girdle. The word refers to a band or area, often used in geographical contexts to describe regions or zones.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'belt' or 'girdle' that defines an area — that's why 'zona' refers to a specific region or zone.

Visually Confused Words
zonta
zoa
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zoonal
azonal
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