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Fantastic Features We Don't Have In The English Language
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Samuel posted on 2023/07/04Ever wondered how other languages express things English can't? This video dives into fascinating features like 'clusivity' and 'evidentiality' that add incredible cultural depth and unique ways to communicate. You'll pick up some advanced vocabulary and gain a whole new appreciation for linguistic diversity!
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US /ɪˈkwɪvələnt/
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UK /ɪˈkwɪvələnt/
- Adjective
- Equal to something in value, use or meaning
- Having the same meaning or significance.
- Noun
- Thing like another in quality, quantity or degree
B1TOEIC
More obvious
US /ˈɑbviəs/
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UK /ˈɒbviəs/
- Adjective
- Easily understood and clear; plain to see
- Easy to see or notice.
A2TOEIC
More context
US /ˈkɑnˌtɛkst/
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UK /ˈkɒntekst/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Set of facts surrounding a person or event
- The circumstances that form the setting for an event, statement, or idea, and in terms of which it can be fully understood and assessed.
A2
More subtle
US /ˈsʌtl/
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UK /'sʌtl/
- Adjective
- Delicate or slight so it is difficult to perceive
- Clever or indirect but hides the true purpose
B1
More Use Energy
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