speechless — unable to speak, especially as the temporary result of shock or strong emotion
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: unable to speak, especially as the temporary result of shock or strong emotion
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈspiːtʃləs/
Korean meaning: 말을 할 수 없는, 특히 충격이나 강한 감정으로 인해 일시적으로 말문이 막힌
Korean pronunciation: **스피치**리스
Example Sentences
- When he saw his surprise birthday party, he was completely speechless for five minutes.
- The beauty of the sunset left the tourists speechless.
- I'm speechless - did you really eat my entire birthday cake?
speechless
ADJECTIVE//ˈspiːtʃləs//
unable to speak, especially as the temporary result of shock or strong emotion
The award winner stands speechless at the podium holding her trophy
Sleepless nights of needless pain left me speechless.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
영어 'speech(말)'와 '-less(없는)'가 결합된 단어로, 16세기부터 사용되기 시작했습니다. 문자 그대로 '말이 없는' 상태를 뜻하게 되었습니다.
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📝Examples
“When he saw his surprise birthday party, he was completely speechless for five minutes.”
“The beauty of the sunset left the tourists speechless.”
“I'm speechless - did you really eat my entire birthday cake?”
“The award winner stood speechless at the podium, overwhelmed with emotion.”
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