motto — a short sentence or phrase that expresses a belief or guiding principle
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a short sentence or phrase that expresses a belief or guiding principle
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmɑːtoʊ/
Korean meaning: 신념이나 행동 원칙을 나타내는 짧은 문구, 좌우명
Korean pronunciation: **모**토
Example Sentences
- My life motto is 'Never give up, especially before breakfast'
- The Olympic motto is 'Faster, Higher, Stronger'
- Her motto 'Sleep is for the weak' lasted until she had twins
motto
NOUN//ˈmɑːtoʊ//
a short sentence or phrase that expresses a belief or guiding principle
A coach points to the team motto that guides their success
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Otto's motto glows bright in the sacred grotto!
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Origin
From Italian 'motto' meaning 'a muttered word' or 'a saying.' It derives from Latin 'muttum' (a grunt or murmur), which evolved to mean a brief, memorable statement of principle.
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“My life motto is 'Never give up, especially before breakfast'”
“The Olympic motto is 'Faster, Higher, Stronger'”
“Her motto 'Sleep is for the weak' lasted until she had twins”
“The company's motto emphasizes innovation and teamwork”
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