monk
A monk is a man who is a member of a religious group and lives in a special building called a monastery. He usually lives a simple life, away from other people, focusing on prayer, meditation, and work.
Examples
3 of 5The monk woke up early every morning to pray in the temple.
The religious man started his day early with prayer in the sacred building.
The resident monk provided a formal blessing during the ceremony.
The man living in the monastery gave an official holy wish during the event.
I saw a monk buying some fruit at the local market today.
I noticed a religious man purchasing food at the shop.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of the prefix 'mono-' which means 'one' or 'alone.' A monk often lives a solitary or separate life.
Quick Quiz
The ______ lived a very simple life in the mountain monastery.
Correct!
The correct answer is: monk
Examples
The monk woke up early every morning to pray in the temple.
everydayThe religious man started his day early with prayer in the sacred building.
The resident monk provided a formal blessing during the ceremony.
formalThe man living in the monastery gave an official holy wish during the event.
I saw a monk buying some fruit at the local market today.
informalI noticed a religious man purchasing food at the shop.
Historical records show that the monk was responsible for copying ancient books.
academicEvidence indicates the religious man had the job of writing out old texts.
The tourism board partnered with the monk community to preserve the historical site.
businessThe business group worked with the religious men to keep the old building safe.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
monk's habit
The traditional clothing worn by a monk
live like a monk
To live a very simple and disciplined life without many things
monk's cell
The small, simple room where a monk sleeps
Often Confused With
A monk is a man in a religious order, while a nun is a woman in a religious order.
A priest usually works with the public in a church, while a monk often lives a quiet life in a monastery.
Usage Notes
The word monk is used for men in many different religions, including Christianity and Buddhism. It implies a life of discipline and separation from modern society.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes use 'monk' to describe a female religious worker; remember to use 'nun' for women.
Memory Tip
Think of the prefix 'mono-' which means 'one' or 'alone.' A monk often lives a solitary or separate life.
Word Origin
From the Greek word 'monakhos,' which means 'solitary' or 'living alone.'
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In many Asian cultures, monks are highly respected and are often seen collecting alms (food donations) in the morning.
Quick Quiz
The ______ lived a very simple life in the mountain monastery.
Correct!
The correct answer is: monk
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