sacrifice — an act of giving up something valued for the sake of something else regarded as more important
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an act of giving up something valued for the sake of something else regarded as more important
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsækrɪfaɪs/
Korean meaning: 더 중요한 것을 위해 소중한 것을 포기하는 행위, 희생
Korean pronunciation: 새-크리-파이스 (강세: 새)
Example Sentences
- My mom sacrificed her sleep to binge-watch my favorite drama with me.
- He sacrificed his gaming time to study for the exam.
- She sacrificed her last piece of pizza to save our friendship.
sacrifice
NOUN//ˈsækrɪfaɪs//
an act of giving up something valued for the sake of something else regarded as more important
He sacrifices his supplies so the others can cross safely.
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"A sacrifice is worth the price — for the team, you think twice, then roll the dice."
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Origin
From Latin 'sacrificium', derived from 'sacra' (sacred things) and 'facere' (to make or do). The word originally referred to the religious practice of offering something to a deity.
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“My mom sacrificed her sleep to binge-watch my favorite drama with me.”
“He sacrificed his gaming time to study for the exam.”
“She sacrificed her last piece of pizza to save our friendship.”
“Parents often sacrifice their own dreams for their children's future.”
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