Kilo Lingo

la

feminine

/ˈonda/

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Translation

wave

Word origin

From Latin unda ('wave, water'). The same root gives English 'undulate' and 'abound'.

Origin
Latin
Root
unda
English cognates
undulate, abound

Grammar

Genderfeminine
Pluralondas

Examples

.

The radio works with sound waves.

¡ !

That guy has really good vibes!

.

The waves of the sea reached the shore.

¿ ?

What are you thinking about?

.

The earthquake sent waves throughout the whole city.

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This word is part of lesson 42.