passage — a narrow way allowing access between buildings or to different rooms within a building
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a narrow way allowing access between buildings or to different rooms within a building
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈpæsɪdʒ/
Korean meaning: 통로, 복도
Korean pronunciation: 패-시지 (강세: 패)
Example Sentences
- The math passage was so difficult that even the calculator started crying.
- She found a secret passage behind the bookshelf in the library.
- The English passage about penguins wearing tuxedos made everyone laugh during the exam.
passage
NOUN//ˈpæsɪdʒ//
a narrow way allowing access between buildings or to different rooms within a building
Navigating through a narrow passage
Drag your baggage through the passage, then enjoy a massage!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'passage', derived from 'passer' meaning 'to pass', which comes from Latin 'passus' (step, pace). The suffix '-age' is a French nominal suffix indicating an action or process.
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📝Examples
“The math passage was so difficult that even the calculator started crying.”
“She found a secret passage behind the bookshelf in the library.”
“The English passage about penguins wearing tuxedos made everyone laugh during the exam.”
“The passage of the new law will affect all students.”
“My grandmother's recipe book contained a mysterious passage about cooking with love.”
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