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monk

/mʌŋk/

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.

Exemplos

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1

The monk woke up early every morning to pray in the temple.

The religious man started his day early with prayer in the sacred building.

2

The resident monk provided a formal blessing during the ceremony.

The man living in the monastery gave an official holy wish during the event.

3

I saw a monk buying some fruit at the local market today.

I noticed a religious man purchasing food at the shop.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
monk
Advérbio
monastically
Adjetivo
monastic
Relacionado
monastery
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Dica de memorização

Think of the prefix 'mono-' which means 'one' or 'alone.' A monk often lives a solitary or separate life.

Quiz rápido

The ______ lived a very simple life in the mountain monastery.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: monk

Exemplos

1

The monk woke up early every morning to pray in the temple.

everyday

The religious man started his day early with prayer in the sacred building.

2

The resident monk provided a formal blessing during the ceremony.

formal

The man living in the monastery gave an official holy wish during the event.

3

I saw a monk buying some fruit at the local market today.

informal

I noticed a religious man purchasing food at the shop.

4

Historical records show that the monk was responsible for copying ancient books.

academic

Evidence indicates the religious man had the job of writing out old texts.

5

The tourism board partnered with the monk community to preserve the historical site.

business

The business group worked with the religious men to keep the old building safe.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
monk
Advérbio
monastically
Adjetivo
monastic
Relacionado
monastery

Colocações comuns

Buddhist monk A monk who follows the teachings of Buddhism
monk's robe The long, loose piece of clothing worn by a monk
silent monk A monk who has promised not to speak
monastic life The way of living followed by monks
local monk A monk from the nearby community or temple

Frases Comuns

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

Frequentemente confundido com

monk vs nun

A monk is a man in a religious order, while a nun is a woman in a religious order.

monk vs priest

A priest usually works with the public in a church, while a monk often lives a quiet life in a monastery.

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Notas de uso

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.

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Erros comuns

Learners sometimes use 'monk' to describe a female religious worker; remember to use 'nun' for women.

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Dica de memorização

Think of the prefix 'mono-' which means 'one' or 'alone.' A monk often lives a solitary or separate life.

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Origem da palavra

From the Greek word 'monakhos,' which means 'solitary' or 'living alone.'

Padrões gramaticais

Countable noun: one monk, two monks Usually takes masculine pronouns (he/him) Can be used as a modifier: a monk community
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Contexto cultural

In many Asian cultures, monks are highly respected and are often seen collecting alms (food donations) in the morning.

Quiz rápido

The ______ lived a very simple life in the mountain monastery.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: monk

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