perception — the ability to see, hear, or become aware of something through the senses
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the ability to see, hear, or become aware of something through the senses
Pronunciation (IPA): /pərˈsepʃən/
Korean meaning: 지각, 인식 (감각을 통해 무언가를 알아채는 능력)
Korean pronunciation: 퍼-셉-션 (강세: 셉)
Example Sentences
- My cat's perception is so sharp that it can hear a can opener from three rooms away.
- The teacher's perception of my homework quality differs greatly from mine.
- Good lighting can improve your perception of colors in photographs.
perception
NOUN//pərˈsepʃən//
the ability to see, hear, or become aware of something through the senses

Sensing danger through awareness
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At the grand reception, perception reveals the deception
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Origin
From Latin 'perceptio', derived from 'percipere' meaning 'to seize, understand, or perceive'. The word combines the prefix 'per-' (through) with 'capere' (to take or grasp).
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“My cat's perception is so sharp that it can hear a can opener from three rooms away.”
“The teacher's perception of my homework quality differs greatly from mine.”
“Good lighting can improve your perception of colors in photographs.”
“Cultural differences can affect our perception of time and punctuality.”
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