flaky — consisting of or covered with small, thin pieces that break off easily
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: consisting of or covered with small, thin pieces that break off easily
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfleɪki/
Korean meaning: 층층이 떨어지기 쉬운, 박편의
Korean pronunciation: **플레**이키
Example Sentences
- My friend is so flaky that she once forgot her own birthday party.
- The paint on the old house was flaky and peeling off.
- Don't count on him for the group project - he's notoriously flaky.
flaky
ADJECTIVE//ˈfleɪki//
consisting of or covered with small, thin pieces that break off easily
consisting of or covered with small, thin pieces that break off easily
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Shaky hands make the cakey treats flaky!
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Origin
16세기에 'flake(조각, 박편)'에서 파생된 단어로, 얇은 조각들로 이루어진 상태를 표현하다가 현대에는 사람의 믿을 수 없는 성격도 의미하게 되었습니다.
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“My friend is so flaky that she once forgot her own birthday party.”
“The paint on the old house was flaky and peeling off.”
“Don't count on him for the group project - he's notoriously flaky.”
“The chef's secret to flaky pie crust is keeping the butter cold.”
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