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Mga Kasanayan sa Salita ng SAT 6 - Leçon 10

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SAT Word Skills 6
heritage

an individual's religious or ethnic background that is passed down to them from their ancestors

héritage

héritage

Ex: She takes great pride in her cultural heritage and often participates in traditional ceremonies and festivals. 
collage
collage
[nom]

a collection or combination of diverse elements or ideas

collage

collage

Ex: The artist's new novel was a collage of memories, blending personal experiences with fictional narratives. 
acreage
acreage
[nom]

the total expanse of land, typically measured in square units

terres

terres

Ex: The farmhouse sits on a sprawling acreage surrounded by lush green fields and towering trees. 
drainage

the process of removing excess water or other liquids from an area or system, typically through a network of pipes, channels, or natural slopes

drainage

drainage

Ex: Proper drainage is essential for maintaining the health of the garden and preventing waterlogging. 
espionage

the covert gathering of information for political, military, or economic purposes, often conducted by intelligence agencies

espionnage

espionnage

Ex: The spy engaged in espionage activities to uncover sensitive military plans of the opposing nation. 
adage
adage
[nom]

a short, memorable saying that expresses a common observation or truth about life

adage

adage

Ex: "A penny saved is a penny earned" is a timeless adage that emphasizes the value of frugality and saving money. 
mileage
mileage
[nom]

the number of miles per gallon of fuel efficiency achieved by a vehicle

kilométrage

kilométrage

Ex: The car's high mileage meant it could travel long distances without needing frequent refueling. 
cartilage

an elastic tissue that supports or connects joints in an infant and turns into skeleton during growth

cartilage

cartilage

Ex: Cartilage lacks blood vessels, which affects its ability to heal. 
mirage
mirage
[nom]

something that appears desirable or promising but is ultimately unattainable or elusive

mirage

mirage

Ex: For many struggling artists, fame and fortune can seem like a mirage, always shimmering on the horizon but never within reach. 
sage
sage
[nom]

a wise and insightful figure who offers guidance, advice, or philosophical reflection, often in stories or real life

sage

sage

Ex: The old sage warned the hero of the trials ahead. 
brokerage

an intermediary entity or individual that facilitates transactions or negotiations between parties

courtage

courtage

Ex: The real estate brokerage played a crucial role in connecting buyers and sellers, facilitating property transactions in the local market. 
vantage
vantage
[nom]

a position that grants superiority or advantage over others

point de vue privilégié, position privilégiée, poste d'observation

point de vue privilégié, position privilégiée, poste d'observation

Ex: The defending team's vantage allowed them to control the flow of the game, putting pressure on their opponents. 
persiflage

a light-hearted and playful exchange of banter or conversation

persiflage

persiflage

Ex: At the dinner party, the guests engaged in delightful persiflage, sharing witty remarks and humorous anecdotes. 
demurrage

a charge levied on the detention of a vessel, container, or cargo beyond the allotted time for loading or unloading at a port

surestarie

surestarie

Ex: The shipping company incurred demurrage fees due to delays in unloading the cargo from the vessel. 
plumage
plumage
[nom]

the feathers of a bird covering its body

plumage

plumage

Ex: Male peacocks are known for their vibrant plumage displayed during courtship. 
to [take] umbrage

to get angry or feel upset, particularly because of being insulted

ombrage

ombrage

Ex: He takes umbrage against anyone who criticises him. 
to [give] umbrage

to make someone angry or upset, usually by offending them

Ex: Her sarcastic comment about his cooking skills gave him umbrage, leading to a heated argument. 
savage
savage
[nom]

a person who behaves in a brutal or aggressive manner

sauvage

sauvage

Ex: Despite his civilized upbringing, the character's inner savage emerged when he faced adversity, revealing a primal instinct for survival. 
shrinkage

the process of something getting smaller or decrease in size

rétrécissement

rétrécissement

Ex: The shrinkage of the sweater after washing made it unwearable. 
montage
montage
[nom]

a composition that combines multiple images, graphics, or elements to visually represent a theme, idea, or story

collage

collage

Ex: The movie poster featured a dynamic montage of scenes from the film, capturing the excitement and essence of the story. 
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