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Topic: Time

atemporal

IPA: /eɪˈtɛmpərəl/

KK: /ˈeɪtɛmˌpɔrəl/

adjective

Definition: Not affected by time; existing outside of time or not limited by time.

Example: The concept of love is often seen as atemporal, transcending the boundaries of time and space.

august

IPA: /ɔːˈɡʌst/

KK: /ɔːˈgʌst/

adjective

Definition: Having a majestic or dignified quality that inspires respect and admiration.

Example: The august ceremony was attended by dignitaries from around the world.

noun

Definition: The eighth month of the year in the Gregorian calendar, which has 31 days.

Example: My birthday is in August, and I always look forward to the summer weather.

awhile

IPA: /əˈwaɪl/

KK: /əˈwaɪl/

adverb

Definition: For a short period of time.

Example: Please wait here awhile while I finish my work.

bedtime

IPA: //ˈbɛdˌtaɪm//

KK: /ˈbɛdˌtaɪm/

noun

Definition: The time when someone usually goes to sleep or gets ready for bed.

Example: Children often have a specific bedtime to help them get enough rest.

before

IPA: /bɪˈfɔːr/

KK: /bɪˈfɔr/

adjective

Definition: At an earlier time or prior to a certain point.

Example: I always wash my hands before eating.

adverb

Definition: At an earlier time than something else; prior to a specific point in time.

Example: I always wash my hands before eating.

conjunction

Definition: At a time earlier than something else; prior to an event or action.

Example: Please finish your homework before dinner.

preposition

Definition: At an earlier time than something else; prior to.

Example: We need to finish this project before the deadline.

beforehand

IPA: /bɪˈfɔːrhænd/

KK: /bɪˈfɔrˌhænd/

adjective

Definition: At an earlier time or prior to a specific event.

Example: We should prepare the documents beforehand to avoid any delays.

adverb

Definition: At an earlier time; before something happens.

Example: I like to prepare my notes beforehand so I can focus during the meeting.

begin

IPA: /bɪˈɡɪn/

KK: /bɪˈɡɪn/

intransitive verb

Definition: To start or commence something; to take the first step in an action or process.

Example: She will begin her new job next week.

transitive verb

Definition: To start or commence something, such as an action or event.

Example: She will begin her new job next week.

beginning

IPA: /bɪˈɡɪnɪŋ/

KK: /bɪˈgɪnɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: The initial stage or part of something, often referring to the start of an event or process.

Example: In the beginning, everything was simple and straightforward.

noun

Definition: The point in time or space where something starts or originates; the first part of something.

Example: At the beginning of the movie, the main character introduces herself.

behindhand

IPA: /bɪˈhaɪndˌhænd/

KK: /bɪˈhaɪndˌhænd/

adjective

Definition: Not being on time or being late; also refers to being in a worse position compared to others.

Example: She was behindhand in her studies and needed to catch up before the exams.

belated

IPA: /bɪˈleɪtɪd/

KK: /bɪˈleɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Done or happening after the expected or usual time, often used to describe something that is late, like a greeting or gift.

Example: I sent her a belated birthday card because I forgot her special day.

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