still — continuing to happen or be true up to the present time
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: continuing to happen or be true up to the present time
Pronunciation (IPA): /stɪl/
Korean meaning: 아직도, 여전히
Korean pronunciation: **스**틸
Example Sentences
- My grandmother is 90 but still dances better than me.
- Please sit still during the movie - you're not a popcorn machine!
- The night was still and peaceful.
still
ADVERB//stɪl//
continuing to happen or be true up to the present time
A girl still reading beneath the tree as golden hours pass
Still by the lake, my will and skill reveal a chill upon the distant hill, where stillness continues to inspire
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'stille,' derived from Proto-Germanic 'stilaz,' related to standing or being stationary. The sense of 'continuing' developed from the idea of remaining in one state or position.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My grandmother is 90 but still dances better than me.”
“Please sit still during the movie - you're not a popcorn machine!”
“The night was still and peaceful.”
“Are you still waiting for your pizza from 1995?”
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