Pronounce 16
SWORD
Natural Pronunciation
Say it: sord
One syllable.
Sounds like board with an s replacing b.
Do not say the w.
Practical Use
The museum displayed an ancient sword behind glass.
The actor carefully held a wooden sword during rehearsal.
The knight raised his sword to defend the castle.
The historical novel described a warrior carrying a heavy sword.
The ceremonial sword was passed from one officer to another.
Read in Context
A Family Heirloom
While cleaning her grandfather's house, Emily discovered a long wooden box in the attic. Inside was an old sword with an engraved handle and a faded note describing its history. Her grandfather had told stories about an ancestor who served in the military many generations earlier. Emily took photographs of the object and contacted a local museum to learn more about it. A historian examined the markings and explained that the sword might have been made during the nineteenth century. Although its exact history remained uncertain, the discovery gave Emily a new appreciation for her family's past. She decided to preserve the box and record the stories her grandfather had shared.
Understanding the Word
A sword is a weapon with a long blade, historically used in combat and ceremonial settings.
A historical object: The museum displayed a medieval sword.
A theatrical prop: The performers practiced with a wooden sword.
A symbolic object: The ceremonial sword represented the officer's rank.
