Pronunciation: /ˌmɑnəˈsɪləbəl/
noun a word consisting of only one syllable
A1 I like to use monosyllables when I speak English.
A2 She found it easier to read words that were monosyllables.
B1 The teacher asked the students to identify monosyllables in the text.
B2 In poetry, the use of monosyllables can create a powerful impact on the reader.
C1 The author's use of monosyllables throughout the novel added to its overall simplicity and elegance.
C2 The composer carefully selected monosyllables for the lyrics of the song to convey a sense of raw emotion.
adjective describing a word that has only one syllable
A1 She spoke in monosyllable words to make it easier for the beginner English learners to understand.
A2 The monosyllable instructions on the packaging were clear and easy to follow.
B1 The teacher used monosyllable vocabulary to help the students grasp the basic concepts.
B2 His monosyllable responses indicated his lack of interest in the conversation.
C1 The poet's use of monosyllable words added a sense of simplicity and clarity to the poem.
C2 The monosyllable nature of the language used in the legal document made it difficult for the average person to comprehend.
formal The word 'cat' is an example of a monosyllable in the English language.
informal I prefer using monosyllables when texting because they are easier to type.
slang Some people find it cool to use monosyllables like 'yo' or 'hey' in casual conversations.
figurative His monosyllable responses indicated a lack of interest in the topic.
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