How to Pronounce Senate
Senate
'sɛnɪt
Syllables:
sen·ate
Part of speech:
noun
Pronunciation Audio
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Definition
The senate is a group of people who make important decisions for a country or state.
Examples
- The senate voted to create a new law to help schools.
Pronounce the word
Words With Similar Sounds
Sensate
'sɛnseɪt
Humans are sensate beings, capable of feeling and perception.
Cenote
ˈsɛ.noʊt
We swam in the clear water of the cenote during our trip to Mexico.
Common Word Combinations
| Phrase | Type | Stress Pattern | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senate approval | collocation | SEnate apPROVAl | The bill received Senate approval yesterday. |
| Senate committee | collocation | SEnate comMITtee | The Senate committee met to discuss the proposal. |
| Senate majority | collocation | SEnate maJORity | The Senate majority voted in favor of the law. |
| Senate vote | collocation | SEnate VOTE | The Senate vote on the amendment was crucial. |
Fun Fact
The word "senate" comes from the Latin "senatus," meaning "council of elders," because in ancient Rome, senators were respected older men chosen for their wisdom and experience.
Word Family
noun
senate
A group of people who make laws or decisions, usually in a government.
"The senate voted on the new law yesterday."
adjective
senatorial
Relating to a senate or its members.
"The senator gave a senatorial speech about education."
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