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Mga Kasanayan sa Salita ng SAT 6 - Leçon 46

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maxim
maxim
[nom]

a short statement or phrase that encapsulates a general truth, principle, or rule of behavior, often offering guidance or wisdom

maxime

maxime

Ex: "Honesty is the best policy" is a well-known maxim that emphasizes the importance of truthfulness in all situations. 
scabbard

a protective sheath for a sword, dagger, or other bladed weapon

fourreau

fourreau

Ex: The knight drew his sword from its scabbard before charging into battle. 
vogue
vogue
[nom]

the latest fashion trend or style of the time

vogue

vogue

Ex: The new clothing line quickly became the vogue among fashion enthusiasts. 
shroud
shroud
[nom]

a piece of fabric used to wrap a deceased person's body for burial or cremation

linceul

linceul

Ex: The body was prepared for burial, wrapped in a simple linen shroud according to ancient customs. 
onus
onus
[nom]

a task, duty, or responsibility that someone is required to fulfill, often implying a burden or difficulty associated with it

responsabilité, charge

responsabilité, charge

Ex: The onus of ensuring workplace safety falls on the employer, who must comply with safety regulations and provide a secure environment for employees. 
specimen

a representative or characteristic sample that is examined or analyzed to gain insights or understanding of a particular group or category

spécimen, exemplaire, échantillon

spécimen, exemplaire, échantillon

Ex: The scientist examined the specimen under the microscope for research. 
perquisite

a privilege reserved solely for a specific person or group by virtue of hereditary status, official rank, or institutional authority

gratification

gratification

Ex: The right to hunt in the royal forest was a perquisite of the nobility. 
siege
siege
[nom]

the act of surrounding the enemy, a town, etc. and cutting off their supplies so that they would surrender

siège

siège

Ex: The city endured a prolonged siege as enemy forces surrounded it, cutting off all supply routes. 
realm
realm
[nom]

a territory or area of land governed by a monarch or sovereign ruler

domaine

domaine

Ex: The United Kingdom is known for its historic monarchy, with Queen Elizabeth II reigning over the realm. 
crevasse

a large crack or fissure, especially in a glacier or ice sheet

crevasse

crevasse

Ex: The mountaineers carefully navigated around the crevasses as they ascended the icy slopes of the mountain. 
concerto

a musical composition that is written for one or more solo instruments and accompanied by an orchestra with three movements

concerto

concerto

Ex: The orchestra performed a beautiful concerto by Mozart, featuring a talented soloist on the piano. 
ampersand

the symbol & used in writing to signify the word 'and'

esperluette

esperluette

Ex: The company's logo features an elegant ampersand between the names of the founders. 
vanguard

the front line or leading contingent of an army or military force

unités en première ligne

unités en première ligne

Ex: The vanguard of the battalion marched bravely ahead, clearing obstacles and securing the path for the rest of the army. 
residue
residue
[nom]

a small remaining amount or part of a thing after it has been taken, used, etc.

résidu

résidu

Ex: The chemist found a residue of chemicals left in the test tube after the experiment was completed. 
constable

an official responsible for maintaining law and order in a specific district or community

agent (de police), gendarme, gardien de la paix, policier

agent (de police), gendarme, gardien de la paix, policier

Ex: Rural constables serve as the primary point of contact for law enforcement in remote areas, providing assistance and support to residents. 
depth
depth
[nom]

the distance below the top surface of something

profondeur

profondeur

Ex: The depth of the ocean is immeasurable in some areas. 
iconoclast

a person who challenges or rejects established beliefs, customs, or values, often with the intent to provoke change or expose flaws

iconoclaste

iconoclaste

Ex: The philosopher was an iconoclast, questioning every moral assumption of his time. 
inlet
inlet
[nom]

a small opening that allows air, water, or other substances to flow into or out of a confined space or container

valve, entrée

valve, entrée

Ex: The air conditioning system in the car features an inlet for fresh air to enter the cabin and keep passengers comfortable. 
rogue
rogue
[nom]

a person considered dishonest, mischievous, or defiant

fripouille, canaille

fripouille, canaille

Ex: That rogue stole the wallet and ran. 
coquette

a woman who enjoys flirting or teasing romantic interest, often without intending a serious commitment

coquette, séductrice

coquette, séductrice

Ex: She was known as the town's coquette, charming every man she encountered with her playful demeanor. 
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