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cant

Pronunciación: [kænt]

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Cómo usar cant en una oración: 3 significados y 9 ejemplos con audio.

Contexto: «language/communication»

(noun) a special type of language or words that a certain group of people use. This can make it hard for others outside the group to understand what they are talking about.

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The group's cant included terms that only the members understood.

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The scientist avoided using cant so that everyone could follow the explanation.

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What is the cant used by mechanics when they talk about repairs?

Contexto: «behavior/attitude»

(verb) to talk in a way that is insincere or not genuine, often using empty phrases or overused expressions.

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He began to cant about the importance of kindness, but everyone knew he didn't really mean it.

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Instead of canting, she spoke honestly about her feelings.

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Why do some leaders cant instead of being straightforward?

Contexto: «music/arts»

(noun) a style of singing that sounds high and is often used in religious hymns or chants.

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The choir performed a beautiful cant that touched everyone in the audience.

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The band's latest song had no cant; it was just spoken words.

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Have you ever heard a cant in a church service?

Cómo se pronuncia cant

Pronunciación: [kænt]

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