Bracelet (Noun)
Syllable division: brace·let
How to pronounce: UK: /ˈbreɪ.slət/ US: /ˈbreɪ.slət/
Meaning: An accessory that is worn on the arm or wrist.
Example:
> He bought his wife a diamond bracelet for her birthday.
> Maybe we should get matching bracelets next year?
> Thank you for my bracelet, but I do not wear jewelry.
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Stocking (Noun)
Syllable division: stock·ing
How to pronounce: UK: /ˈstɒk.ɪŋ/ US: /ˈstɑː.kɪŋ/
#1 Meaning: One of two tiny, form-fitting foot and leg covers that are typically worn underneath skirts and dresses.
Example:
> I think that I should buy a pair of silk stockings for this outfit.
> I need to find a place that sells better quality stockings, mine keeps tearing within an hour of wearing them.
#2 Meaning: A big Christmas sock (normally hung by a fireplace) that kids leave out before they go to bed the night before Christmas so it can be stuffed with gifts.
Example:
> I was thinking that we can make our own stockings for Christmas this year, what do you think?
> Her stocking was filled with presents last year.
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Penniless (Adjective)
Syllable division: pen·ni·less
How to pronounce: UK: /ˈpen.i.ləs/ US: /ˈpen.i.ləs/
Meaning: When someone does not have any money.
Example:
> After buying Christmas presents for everyone I will be penniless.
> January is normally the month when most people are penniless.
> If you keep on wasting your money on useless things, you will soon be penniless.
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Unsavory (Adjective)
Syllable division: un·sa·vory
How to pronounce: UK: /ʌnˈseɪ.vər.i/ US: /ʌnˈseɪ.vɚ.i/
Meaning: When something/someone is uncomfortable, distasteful, or morally questionable.
Example:
> She has unsavory business ethics.
> I cannot believe he served such an unsavory meal at his restaurant opening.
> Did you hear about the unsavory scandal in the office?
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Pretentious (Adjective)
Syllable division: pre·ten·tious
How to pronounce: UK: /prɪˈten.ʃəs/ US: /prɪˈten.ʃəs/
Meaning: Attempting to appear important, especially in a way that is clear.
Example:
> He is such a pretentious food critic.
> Why do you always have to be pretentious? Just be yourself for once!
> I love watching movies that are not pretentious.
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