Vocabulary Flashcards 9 Phon

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homophone

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n. a word that is pronounced the same as another word but is different in meaning or spelling. Sail and sale are homophones.

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microphone

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n. a device into which people speak or sing in order to record their voices or to make them sound louder. The microphone stopped working in the middle of the assembly, and we couldn’t hear the speaker.

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phonics

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n. a method of teaching people to read and pronounce words by learning the sounds of letters, letter groups, and syllables. The phonics worksheet included words with short vowel sounds.

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saxophone

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n. a musical instrument that has a curved metal tube and is played by blowing into a mouthpiece and pressing keys with your fingers. Former President Bill Clinton entertained Americans by playing his saxophone.

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symphony

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n. a long piece of music that is usually in four large, separate sections and is performed by an orchestra or band. This symphony was written to be performed by a concert band.

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reporter

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n. a person who writes news stories for a newspaper, magazine, etc. or who tells people the news on radio or television. The reporter interviewed several teachers for a news story about state testing.

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predecessor

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n. a person who had a job or position before someone else; something that comes before something else. The new president moves into the White House the same day as his predecessor moves out.

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physician

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n. a medical doctor, especially a doctor who is not a surgeon. It’s important to visit your physician at least once per year.

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pianist

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n. a person who plays the piano. The concert pianist put on an amazing show!

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colonist

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n. a person who lives in a colony; a person who helps to create a colony. French colonists settled in the area in the 17th century.