silla kingdom: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
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What does “silla kingdom” mean?
A Korean kingdom (57 BCE – 935 CE) that unified the Korean Peninsula for the first time.
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Meaning and Definition
A Korean kingdom (57 BCE – 935 CE) that unified the Korean Peninsula for the first time.
In English, the term is used almost exclusively to refer to the historical kingdom and its associated culture, artifacts, or dynastic period. It often appears in historical, academic, or cultural contexts.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant differences in meaning or usage. Spelling and pronunciation are consistent across both variants.
Connotations
Associated primarily with scholarly historical discourse, museum studies, and East Asian history.
Frequency
Equally rare in both UK and US general English, but more likely to be encountered in academic publications on East Asian history in both regions.
Grammar
How to Use “silla kingdom” in a Sentence
the Silla kingdomSilla + (noun) (e.g., Silla pottery, Silla architecture)during SillaVocabulary
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Examples
Examples of “silla kingdom” in a Sentence
adjective
British English
- The Silla-period tombs are a UNESCO site.
- This is a fine example of Silla craftsmanship.
American English
- The Silla-era artifacts are in the museum.
- She studies Silla political structures.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Not applicable in standard business contexts.
Academic
Core usage. Found in history, archaeology, and Asian studies texts. Example: 'The Silla kingdom's gold crowns demonstrate advanced metallurgy.'
Everyday
Virtually never used in casual conversation outside of specific discussions about Korean history or culture.
Technical
Used in archaeology and historiography to specify a precise period and cultural context in Korean history.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “silla kingdom”
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Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “silla kingdom”
- Using it as a common noun (e.g., 'a silla' is incorrect).
- Incorrect capitalisation (e.g., 'the silla kingdom').
- Misspelling as 'Sila' or 'Sillaa'.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
In British English, yes, /ˈsɪlə/ rhymes with 'killer'. In American English, it is often /ˈsiːlə/ (SEE-luh), though the British pronunciation is also accepted.
No. 'Silla' alone is sufficient as it is a proper name. 'Silla kingdom' is often used for added clarity, especially in introductory contexts.
No. 'Shilla' is simply an alternate romanization (spelling in the Latin alphabet) of the same Korean word (신라). 'Silla' is the more common spelling in academic English.
Almost exclusively when discussing Korean history, archaeology, or art. You might encounter it in a museum, a documentary, a university lecture, or a history book.
A Korean kingdom (57 BCE – 935 CE) that unified the Korean Peninsula for the first time.
Silla kingdom is usually academic / historical in register.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “None”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Imagine a SILver crown on a hiLLA (hill). Silla was famous for its exquisite gold and silver royal crowns.
Conceptual Metaphor
HISTORICAL ENTITY AS A FOUNDATION: "Silla is often seen as the foundation of unified Korean culture."
Practice
Quiz
What is 'Silla' primarily associated with?