word
samovar
sam-oh-VAR
ˌsæmoʊˈvɑːrListen
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Syllable breakdown
samovar
Dictionary meaning
A heated metal container traditionally used in Russia to heat and boil water for tea, with a spigot for dispensing and a teapot placed on top.
History and origin
Russian — 'self-boiler'.
Common mispronunciations
SAM-oh-varsah-MOH-var
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