IPA: //ˈspæri//
KK: /ˈspæri/
Definition: Having a lot of spar, which is a type of mineral, or looking like this mineral.
Example: The sparry rocks glistened in the sunlight, showcasing their unique texture.
IPA: /spɑːrs/
KK: /spɑrs/
Definition: Not having many things close together; spread out or thinly distributed.
Example: The forest was sparse, with trees few and far between.
IPA: /ˈspɑːr.sli/
KK: /ˈspɑr.sli/
Definition: In a way that is not dense or crowded, with things spread out or few in number.
Example: The trees were planted sparsely across the field, allowing plenty of sunlight to reach the ground.
IPA: /ˈspɑːrsnəs/
KK: /ˈspɑr.sən.nəs/
Definition: The condition of having few things or being spread out over a large area.
Example: The sparseness of the vegetation made the landscape look barren.
IPA: /ˈspɑːrsər/
KK: /ˈspɑːrsər/
Definition: Having fewer things or being less dense than something else.
Example: The forest became sparser as we moved further up the mountain.
IPA: /ˈspɑːr.sɪst/
KK: /ˈspɑr.sɪst/
Definition: This word describes something that is very thinly spread out or has very few items or elements in a given area.
Example: The sparsest areas of the forest are often the most beautiful, with clear views of the sky.
IPA: /spɑːrˈtiːnə/
KK: /spɑrˈtinə/
Definition: A type of grass that grows in coastal areas, known for its ability to thrive in saltwater environments.
Example: The spartina grass helps prevent erosion along the shore.
IPA: /speɪt/
KK: /spet/
Definition: A sudden large amount or rush of something, often used to describe a flood of water or a large number of events or things happening at once.
Example: After the heavy rain, there was a spate of flooding in the town.
IPA: /ˈspeɪθəl/
KK: /ˈspeɪθəl/
Definition: Describing something that has a spathe, which is a type of bract or leaf that surrounds a flower or cluster of flowers.
Example: The plant was spathal, showcasing its beautiful flowers surrounded by large bracts.
IPA: //speɪθ//
KK: /speɪθ/
Definition: A leaf-like structure that surrounds or supports a group of flowers, often found in certain plants like calla lilies.
Example: The spathe of the calla lily is large and white, making the flower stand out in the garden.
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