deafness — the condition of being unable to hear sounds
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the condition of being unable to hear sounds
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdefnəs/
Korean meaning: 청각 장애, 귀먹음
Korean pronunciation: **데**프니스
Example Sentences
- The rock concert was so loud that temporary deafness followed the next morning.
- Sign language helps people with deafness communicate effectively.
- My selective deafness kicks in whenever my mom asks me to do chores.
deafness
NOUN//ˈdefnəs//
the condition of being unable to hear sounds
the condition of being unable to hear sounds
Despite her deafness, she finds joy in morning's freshness and gentle wetness!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
고대 영어 'deaf(귀머거리)'에 추상명사를 만드는 접미사 '-ness'가 결합되어 탄생했습니다. 마치 조용한 세상을 의미하는 단어의 역사처럼, 오랜 시간 동안 사람들의 상태를 표현해왔습니다.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The rock concert was so loud that temporary deafness followed the next morning.”
“Sign language helps people with deafness communicate effectively.”
“My selective deafness kicks in whenever my mom asks me to do chores.”
“Early detection of deafness in children is crucial for proper treatment.”
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