Translation
rope, cord, string
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Word origin
From Latin chorda ('gut string, cord'), itself borrowed from Greek khorde ('gut, string of an instrument'). English 'cord' and 'chord' come from the same word.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- chorda
- English cognates
- cord, chord, cordon
Grammar
Examples
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Tie the bag up with a strong rope.
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The rope gave way under the weight of the crate.
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He plays a four-string instrument.
grimpeurs .
The climbers check the rope before every ascent.
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We strung a rope between the two trees for the washing.
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Start your free week (no card)This word is taught in chapter 18, lesson 4: corde, sec, bague and 7 more words.