enchant — to attract and delight; to put someone or something under a magic spell
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to attract and delight; to put someone or something under a magic spell
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈtʃænt/
Korean meaning: 매혹하다, 마법을 걸다
Korean pronunciation: 인-챈트 (강세: 챈트)
Example Sentences
- The magician enchanted the children with his amazing card tricks.
- My grandmother's cooking always enchants everyone who tries it - it's like culinary magic!
- The little girl was completely enchanted by the talking animals in the Disney movie.
enchant
VERB//ɪnˈtʃænt//
to attract and delight; to put someone or something under a magic spell
Magic spell enchants and delights
Her magical chant can enchant any plant!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'enchanter,' derived from Latin 'incantare' meaning 'to put under a spell' or 'to chant into.' The prefix 'in-' (into) combined with 'cantare' (to sing or chant), reflecting the magical practice of using incantations.
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📝Examples
“The magician enchanted the children with his amazing card tricks.”
“My grandmother's cooking always enchants everyone who tries it - it's like culinary magic!”
“The little girl was completely enchanted by the talking animals in the Disney movie.”
“He tried to enchant his date with his singing, but his voice cracked and she just laughed.”
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