gratitude — the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɡrætɪtuːd/
Korean meaning: 감사함, 고마워하는 마음
Korean pronunciation: 그**래**티튜드
Example Sentences
- My cat shows gratitude by bringing me dead mice every morning - such a thoughtful gift!
- I felt overwhelming gratitude when my neighbor returned my wifi password that I had forgotten.
- She kept a gratitude journal to remind herself of the positive things in her life.
gratitude
NOUN//ˈɡrætɪtuːd//
the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness
Smiles gather around the table as gratitude fills every bowl.
The athlete showed gratitude toward the coach who supported him for years. (GREAT + THANKFUL = GRATITUDE → deep appreciation and thankfulness)
"Gratitude is the greatest attitude."
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🌳Etymology
Origin
라틴어 'gratia'(은혜, 호의)에서 유래된 단어로, 중세 프랑스어를 거쳐 영어로 들어왔습니다. 원래 '은혜를 받은 상태'를 의미했던 것이 현재의 '감사하는 마음'으로 발전했습니다.
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📝Examples
“My cat shows gratitude by bringing me dead mice every morning - such a thoughtful gift!”
“I felt overwhelming gratitude when my neighbor returned my wifi password that I had forgotten.”
“She kept a gratitude journal to remind herself of the positive things in her life.”
“The students expressed their gratitude to the teacher who stayed late to help them prepare for the exam.”
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