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jalousie

Pronunciation: [dʒəˈluːzi]

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Learn how to use jalousie in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “architecture”

(noun) a type of window that has slats or angled panels. These panels can be adjusted to let in light and air while keeping out rain or strong sunlight.

Example

The old house had beautiful jalousies that let in a nice breeze during the summer.

Example

The room felt stuffy because it didn't have any jalousies to open.

Example

Do you prefer jalousies or regular windows in your home?

Context: “emotion”

(noun) a feeling of jealousy or anger that comes from wanting what someone else has. It's when you wish you had what a friend or someone else possesses.

Example

She felt a little jalousie when she saw her sister's new bicycle and wished she had one too.

Example

He didn't want to show any jalousie when his friend got an award; he was happy for him.

Example

Have you ever felt jalousie when someone else achieved something great?

How to pronounce jalousie

Pronunciation: [dʒəˈluːzi]

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