milestone
milestone
major life event
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milestone usage examples
Buying their first home was a big milestone for the young couple.
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milestone belongs to the topic "Family Holidays and Traditions, Calls and Meetings". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
milestone synonyms
What's the difference between milestone / rite of passage / life transition / landmark / anniversary / turning point
an anthropological/formal term for ceremonies that mark life transitions (e.g., coming-of-age)
Many cultures have rites of passage for young people entering adulthood.
focuses on the process of moving from one life stage to another rather than a single celebratory event
Retirement is often described as a major life transition.
often used for decisions, events or achievements that have historical or public significance; also a physical marker
The ruling was a landmark decision in civil rights.
They celebrated their twentieth wedding anniversary.
emphasizes a decisive change that alters subsequent direction, not just importance
His illness was a turning point in his outlook on life.
formal/strong term for an event that creates a lasting and clear change; often used in media and analysis
The invention was a watershed moment in communications.
highlights an event that plays a central role in changing outcomes; similar to 'turning point'
The meeting was a pivotal moment in her career.
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How to pronounce milestone and what this word means
milestone means milestone. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce milestone
/ə ˈmaɪlstəʊn/
milestone translation
milestone
milestone examples
Buying their first home was a big milestone for the young couple.
milestone transcription
/ə ˈmaɪlstəʊn/, /ˈmaɪlstoʊn/
Questions about this word
milestone meaning: what does it mean?
major life event
milestone pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
milestone is pronounced as /ə ˈmaɪlstəʊn/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
milestone definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Buying their first home was a big milestone for the young couple. Translation: Покупка первого дома стала важным жизненным событием для молодой пары.
Is milestone part of Calls and Meetings vocabulary?
Yes, milestone can be learned in the Calls and Meetings topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is milestone part of Family Holidays and Traditions vocabulary?
Yes, milestone can be learned in the Family Holidays and Traditions topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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