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Topic: Places

rotunda

IPA: /rəʊˈtʌndə/

KK: /roʊˈtʌndə/

noun

Definition: A round building or room, often with a high ceiling and sometimes covered by a dome.

Example: The museum features a beautiful rotunda that is perfect for hosting events.

rowhouse

IPA: /ˈroʊhaʊs/

KK: /ˈroʊˌhaʊs/

noun

Definition: A type of house that is part of a series of similar houses that are connected to each other by shared walls.

Example: The rowhouse on my street has a beautiful garden in the front.

rural

IPA: /ˈrʊr.əl/

KK: /ˈrʊrəl/

adjective

Definition: Related to the countryside or areas outside of cities, often associated with farming and agriculture.

Example: Many people prefer the peaceful life in rural areas compared to busy cities.

ryokan

IPA: /ɾjokan/

KK: /rɪˈoʊkɑn/

noun

Definition: A traditional Japanese inn that offers guests a place to stay, often featuring communal baths and shared spaces.

Example: We stayed at a beautiful ryokan in Kyoto, where we enjoyed the hot springs and traditional meals.

saloon

IPA: /səˈluːn/

KK: /səˈlun/

noun

Definition: A place where people can buy and drink alcoholic beverages, often with a lively atmosphere.

Example: We went to the saloon to enjoy some live music and drinks with friends.

sanatorium

IPA: /ˌsænəˈtɔːrɪəm/

KK: /sænəˈtɔrɪəm/

noun

Definition: A place where people go to recover their health, especially after being sick or for long-term treatment of illnesses.

Example: After her surgery, she spent several weeks at a sanatorium to regain her strength.

sanctuary

IPA: //ˈsæŋk.tʃuː.ər.i//

KK: /sæŋkˌtʃuːəri/

noun

Definition: A place where people or animals can be safe and protected, often from danger or harm.

Example: The wildlife sanctuary is home to many endangered species.

sandpit

IPA: //ˈsændpɪt//

KK: /sændpɪt/

noun

Definition: A large hole in the ground filled with sand, often used for children to play in or for construction purposes.

Example: The children had a great time building castles in the sandpit at the park.

sanitarium

IPA: //sænɪˈtɛəriəm//

KK: /sænɪˈtɛrɪəm/

noun

Definition: A place where people go to receive medical treatment, especially for long-term illnesses or mental health issues.

Example: After her illness, she spent several months in a sanitarium to recover and regain her strength.

saskatoon

IPA: //sæskəˈtun//

KK: /sæskəˈtun/

noun

Definition: A type of shrub found in northwest North America that produces white flowers and dark purple edible fruit, also known as serviceberry.

Example: We picked fresh saskatoons from the bush for our pie.

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