sample — a small part or quantity intended to show what the whole is like
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a small part or quantity intended to show what the whole is like
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsæmpəl/
Korean meaning: 전체를 보여주기 위한 작은 부분이나 양, 견본
Korean pronunciation: 샘-플 (강세: 샘)
Example Sentences
- The detective took a sample of the mysterious green slime from the kitchen floor.
- She collected samples of her cat's fur to prove her theory about alien visitations.
- The survey was conducted with a sample of 1,000 people across the country.
sample
NOUN//ˈsæmpəl//
a small part or quantity intended to show what the whole is like
The sales associate offers a sample of cream to try
One small sample shows ample success - a perfect example!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
14세기 고대 프랑스어 'essample'에서 유래되었으며, 라틴어 'exemplum(예시)'에서 파생되었습니다. 원래는 '모범이 되는 것'이라는 의미였다가 현재의 '견본, 표본'의 의미로 발전했습니다.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The detective took a sample of the mysterious green slime from the kitchen floor.”
“She collected samples of her cat's fur to prove her theory about alien visitations.”
“The survey was conducted with a sample of 1,000 people across the country.”
“Scientists will sample the lake water to check for pollution levels.”
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