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Topic: Culture

sukkah

IPA: /ˈsʊkə/

KK: /sʊkə/

noun

Definition: A temporary structure or booth made of natural materials, used by Jewish people during the festival of Sukkot for eating and sometimes sleeping.

Example: During the festival of Sukkot, families build a sukkah in their backyards to celebrate.

sukkoth

IPA: //sʊˈkɔːθ//

KK: /sʊkəθ/

noun

Definition: A Jewish festival that celebrates the harvest and remembers the temporary shelters used by the Jewish people during their time in the wilderness.

Example: During Sukkoth, families build temporary shelters to celebrate the harvest and remember their ancestors' journey.

sully

IPA: /ˈsʌli/

KK: /ˈsʌli/

noun

Definition: A thing that causes a stain or blemish.

Example: The spilled ink was a sully on the beautiful tablecloth.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something dirty or less pure, often by damaging its quality or reputation.

Example: The scandal could sully the politician's reputation.

sultan

IPA: /ˈsʌltən/

KK: /ˈsʌltən/

noun

Definition: A ruler or king in a Muslim country, often with great power and authority, especially in historical contexts like the Ottoman Empire.

Example: The sultan ruled over the vast territories with wisdom and strength.

sultaness

IPA: //sʌlˈtæn.ɛs//

KK: /sʌltənɛs/

noun

Definition: A female ruler or leader, often associated with a sultan, typically in a historical or royal context.

Example: The sultaness ruled the kingdom with wisdom and grace.

sumi

IPA: /ˈsuːmi/

KK: /ˈsuːmi/

noun

Definition: A type of black ink from Japan that comes in solid sticks and is used for painting and writing.

Example: The artist used sumi to create beautiful calligraphy.

summoner

IPA: /ˈsʌmənər/

KK: /ˈsʌmənər/

noun

Definition: A person who calls upon or brings forth something, often in a magical or supernatural context.

Example: The summoner called forth a powerful spirit to aid in the battle.

sumptuary

IPA: /ˈsʌmp.tʃuː.əri/

KK: /ˈsʌmp.tʃuː.ɛr.i/

adjective

Definition: Relating to laws or rules that control personal spending, especially to prevent excessive luxury or extravagance.

Example: The government introduced sumptuary laws to limit the amount people could spend on luxury items.

sumptuous

IPA: /ˈsʌmp.tʃu.əs/

KK: /ˈsʌmp.tʃu.əs/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that is very luxurious, rich, or expensive, often in a way that is impressive or beautiful.

Example: The hotel offered a sumptuous breakfast with a variety of delicious dishes.

sumptuously

IPA: //sʌmpˈtʃuəsli//

KK: /sʌmpˈtʃuəsli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is luxurious, rich, or extravagant, often relating to food, decor, or lifestyle.

Example: The banquet was sumptuously decorated with golden tableware and exquisite flowers.

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