sacrifices
word · lemma: sacrifice
/ˈsækɹəˌfaɪsɪz/
SA-kri-fy-siz
/sˈækɹɪfˌaɪsɪz/
SA-kri-fy-siz
Definition
Things that someone gives up or loses, often for the sake of others or to achieve a goal.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used in plural to talk about things people give up for loved ones, work, or dreams. Often found in contexts like 'make sacrifices.' Distinct from 'offering' (religious context). Common with 'great', 'small', or 'personal'.
Spanish: sacrificiosPortuguese (BR): sacrifíciosPortuguese (PT): sacrifíciosChinese (Simplified): 牺牲Chinese (Traditional): 犧牲Hindi: बलिदानArabic: تضحياتBengali: ত্যাগ - বিসর্জনRussian: жертвы - уступкиJapanese: 犠牲（ぎせい）Vietnamese: hy sinh - sự hy sinhKorean: 희생Turkish: fedakarlıklar - özverilerUrdu: قربانیاںIndonesian: pengorbanan
Example Sentences
He made sacrifices to finish his studies.
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Moving to another country involved some sacrifices.
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All those late nights at the office were real sacrifices for his career.
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Sometimes the smallest sacrifices mean the most.
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You can't reach your goals without making a few sacrifices along the way.
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Parents make many sacrifices for their children.
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