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Topic: Grammar

rhotic

IPA: /ˈroʊtɪk/

KK: /ˈroʊtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Describing a way of pronouncing the letter 'r' clearly in words, especially where it appears, such as in 'bar' or 'bard'. This pronunciation is typical in many regions, including parts of the United States and England.

Example: In rhotic accents, the 'r' in 'car' is pronounced clearly, unlike in some non-rhotic accents.

righter

IPA: /ˈraɪtə/

KK: /ˈraɪtər/

adjective

Definition: A term used to describe something that is more correct or just than another option.

Example: In this situation, he believes that his decision is the righter choice.

rightly

IPA: /ˈraɪtli/

KK: /ˈraɪtli/

adverb

Definition: In a correct or proper way; in a manner that is just or fair.

Example: She rightly pointed out the mistakes in the report.

rightmost

IPA: /ˈraɪtˌmoʊst/

KK: /raɪtˌmoʊst/

adjective

Definition: The position that is farthest to the right side of something.

Example: The rightmost column of the table contains the total scores.

roughly

IPA: /ˈrʌfli/

KK: /ˈrʌfli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is not exact or precise, but is close to the correct amount or description.

Example: The project will take roughly three weeks to complete.

saliently

IPA: //ˈseɪlɪəntli//

KK: /ˈseɪliəntli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is very noticeable or important; clearly standing out.

Example: The main points of the presentation were saliently highlighted to ensure everyone understood the key messages.

sandhi

IPA: //ˈsændi//

KK: /sændhi/

noun

Definition: A linguistic term that refers to the changes in the sound of a word or morpheme based on the sounds that come before or after it in speech.

Example: In Sanskrit, sandhi rules determine how words combine and change their sounds when spoken together.

satisfactorily

IPA: /ˌsætɪsˈfæktəˌrɪli/

KK: /sætɪsˈfæktəˌrɪli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that meets the necessary standards or requirements.

Example: The project was completed satisfactorily, meeting all the guidelines.

secondly

IPA: /ˈsɛk.ənd.li/

KK: /ˈsɛkəndli/

adverb

Definition: In the second position or place; used to introduce the second point in a list or argument.

Example: Firstly, we need to gather all the materials; secondly, we can start the project.

sectionally

IPA: //ˈsɛkʃənəli//

KK: /sɛkʃənəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to or is divided into sections.

Example: The report was organized sectionally, making it easier to find specific information.

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