phenomenon — a fact or situation that is observed to exist or happen, especially one whose cause is in question
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a fact or situation that is observed to exist or happen, especially one whose cause is in question
Pronunciation (IPA): /fəˈnɑːməˌnɑːn/
Korean meaning: 현상, 사건 (특히 원인이 불분명한)
Korean pronunciation: 퍼-나-머-난 (강세: 나)
Example Sentences
- The cat's ability to always land on its feet is a fascinating phenomenon.
- My friend's talent for losing one sock from every pair is a mysterious phenomenon.
- The phenomenon of students suddenly becoming sick during exam season puzzles teachers.
phenomenon
NOUN//fəˈnɑːməˌnɑːn//
a fact or situation that is observed to exist or happen, especially one whose cause is in question
A rainbow appearing after a storm is a natural phenomenon that catches everyone’s attention.
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"A phenomenon that none can fathom in — it shines so bright, no phantom can imagine."
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Origin
From Greek 'phainomenon,' the neuter present participle of 'phainesthai' meaning 'to appear' or 'to show itself.' The word entered English through Latin and French, originally used in philosophy to describe things as they appear to the senses.
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“The cat's ability to always land on its feet is a fascinating phenomenon.”
“My friend's talent for losing one sock from every pair is a mysterious phenomenon.”
“The phenomenon of students suddenly becoming sick during exam season puzzles teachers.”
“Climate change is a global phenomenon that affects everyone.”
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