inviting (인**바이**팅) — attractive and tempting; making you want to be involved or to go somewhere
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: attractive and tempting; making you want to be involved or to go somewhere
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈvaɪtɪŋ/
Korean meaning: 매력적인, 유혹적인; 참여하고 싶게 하는
Korean pronunciation: 인**바이**팅
Example Sentences
- The chocolate cake on the counter looked so inviting that I couldn't resist having a slice.
- My bed looked especially inviting after I failed my math exam.
- The hotel's inviting lobby made us feel welcome immediately.
inviting
ADJECTIVE//ɪnˈvaɪtɪŋ//
attractive and tempting; making you want to be involved or to go somewhere
The café owner creates an inviting atmosphere with warm lighting and welcoming gestures
An inviting space makes writing so exciting!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From the Latin 'invitare' meaning 'to invite or summon', which combines 'in-' (toward) and 'vitare' (to go). The suffix '-ing' was added in Middle English to create the present participle form.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The chocolate cake on the counter looked so inviting that I couldn't resist having a slice.”
“My bed looked especially inviting after I failed my math exam.”
“The hotel's inviting lobby made us feel welcome immediately.”
“Her inviting personality made everyone want to be her friend.”
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