Alice's adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll- page 36

'Not at first, perhaps,' said the Hatter: 'but you could keep it to half-past one as long as you liked.'

• Not: expressing disagreement or negation [nɑt]
• at first: initially; in the beginning [æt fərst]
• perhaps: possibly; maybe [ pərˈhæps]
• said: past tense of 'say', indicating speech [sɛd]
• the Hatter: a character in the story [ðə ˈhætər]
• but: introducing a contrasting idea [bət]
• you could: expressing possibility or ability [ju kʊd]
• keep it: maintain or preserve something [kip ɪt]
• to half-past one: until a specific time, 1:30 [tɪ half-past wən]
• as long as: for the duration that [ɛz lɔŋ ɛz]
• you liked: you desired or preferred [ju laɪkt]

'Is that the way YOU manage?' Alice asked.

• Is: a question about a state or condition [ɪz]
• that: referring to something previously mentioned or implied [ðət]
• the way: the method or manner in which something is done [ðə weɪ]
• YOU: emphasizing the person being addressed [ju]
• manage: to succeed in doing something; to cope [ˈmænɪʤ]
• Alice: a character in the story [ˈælɪs]
• asked: past tense of 'ask', indicating a question [æst]

The Hatter shook his head mournfully.

• The Hatter: a character in the story [ðə ˈhætər]
• shook: past tense of 'shake', indicating a movement of the head [ʃʊk]
• his head: part of the body [hɪz hɛd]
• mournfully: in a sad or sorrowful manner [mournfully]

"Twinkle, twinkle, little bat!

• Twinkle: to shine with a flickering light; a brief, rapid variation in brightness [tˈwɪŋkəl]
• twinkle: same as above [tˈwɪŋkəl]
• little: small in size [ˈlɪtəl]
• bat: a nocturnal flying mammal [bæt]

How I wonder what you're at!"

• How: used to express surprise, pleasure, or interest [haʊ]
• I: the speaker or writer referring to themselves [aɪ]
• wonder: to feel curiosity or doubt about something [ˈwəndər]
• what: used to ask for information specifying something [wət]
• you're: contraction of 'you are' [jʊr]
• at: expressing location or arrival in a particular place or position [æt]

You know the song, perhaps?'

• You: the person or people being addressed [ju]
• know: to be aware of through observation, inquiry, or information [noʊ]
• the song: a musical composition with words [ðə sɔŋ]
• perhaps: used to express uncertainty or possibility; maybe [pərˈhæps]

'I've heard something like it,' said Alice.

• I've: contraction of 'I have' [aɪv]
• heard: past participle of 'hear'; to perceive with the ear [hərd]
• something: an unspecified or indefinite thing [ˈsəmθɪŋ]
• like: having similar qualities to [laɪk]
• it: referring to the song [ɪt]
• said: past tense of 'say'; to utter words [sɛd]
• Alice: a proper noun, likely a character's name [ˈælɪs]

'It goes on, you know,' the Hatter continued, 'in this way:—

• It: referring to the song [ɪt]
• goes on: continues [goʊz ɔn]
• you know: an expression used for emphasis or to seek agreement [ju noʊ]
• the Hatter: a character's name/title [ðə ˈhætər]
• continued: to keep doing something without stopping [kənˈtɪnjud]
• in this way: in the following manner [ɪn ðɪs weɪ]

"Up above the world you fly,

• Up: to a higher position or level [əp]
• above: at a higher level or layer than [əˈbəv]
• the world: the earth, together with all of its countries, people, and natural features [ðə wərld]
• you: the person being addressed [ju]
• fly: to move through the air using wings [flaɪ]

Like a tea-tray in the sky.

• Like: similar to [laɪk]
• a tea-tray: a tray used for serving tea [ə tea-tray]
• in: expressing the situation of something surrounded or enclosed [ɪn]
• the sky: the region of the atmosphere and outer space seen from the earth [ðə skaɪ]

Twinkle, twinkle—"'

• Twinkle: to shine with a flickering light [tˈwɪŋkəl]
• twinkle: same as above [tˈwɪŋkəl]

Here the Dormouse shook itself, and began singing in its sleep 'Twinkle, twinkle, twinkle, twinkle—' and went on so long that they had to pinch it to make it stop.

• Here: in or at this place [hir]
• the Dormouse: a character's name; a type of small rodent [ðə ˈdɔrˌmaʊs]
• shook: past tense of 'shake'; to move with quick, forceful movements [ʃʊk]
• itself: reflexive form of 'it'; referring back to the Dormouse [ˌɪtˈsɛlf]
• and: used to connect words of the same part of speech, clauses, or sentences, that are to be taken jointly [ənd]
• began: past tense of 'begin'; to start [bɪˈgæn]
• singing: the act of making musical sounds with the voice [ˈsɪŋɪŋ]
• in: expressing the state of something [ɪn]
• its: belonging to the Dormouse [ɪts]
• sleep: a condition of rest for the body and mind [slip]
• Twinkle: to shine with a flickering light [tˈwɪŋkəl]
• twinkle: same as above [tˈwɪŋkəl]
• twinkle: same as above [tˈwɪŋkəl]
• twinkle: same as above [tˈwɪŋkəl]
• and: used to connect words of the same part of speech, clauses, or sentences, that are to be taken jointly [ənd]
• went on: continued [wɛnt ɔn]
• so long: for such an extended period [soʊ lɔŋ]
• that: introducing a subordinate clause expressing the reason for something [ðət]
• they: referring to a group of people [ðeɪ]
• had to: were obliged to [hæd tɪ]
• pinch: to squeeze (someone's skin, typically between the thumb and forefinger [pɪnʧ]
• it: referring to the Dormouse [ɪt]
• to make: in order to cause [tɪ meɪk]
• it: referring to the Dormouse [ɪt]
• stop: to cease doing something [stɑp]

'Well, I'd hardly finished the first verse,' said the Hatter, 'when the Queen jumped up and bawled out, "He's murdering the time!

• Well: used to express surprise, hesitation, or mild agreement [wɛl]
• I'd: contraction of 'I had' or 'I would' [aɪd]
• hardly: barely; almost not [ˈhɑrdli]
• finished: past participle of 'finish'; to bring to an end [ˈfɪnɪʃt]
• the first verse: the first section of a song or poem [ðə fərst vərs]
• said: past tense of 'say'; to utter words [sɛd]
• the Hatter: a character's name/title [ðə ˈhætər]
• when: at or during the time that [wɪn]
• the Queen: a female monarch [ðə kwin]
• jumped up: rose quickly and suddenly [ʤəmpt əp]
• and: used to connect words of the same part of speech, clauses, or sentences, that are to be taken jointly [ənd]
• bawled out: shouted loudly and aggressively [bɔld aʊt]
• He's: contraction of 'He is' [hiz]
• murdering: killing; ruining [ˈmərdərɪŋ]
• the time: a period suitable for a particular activity [ðə taɪm]

'How dreadfully savage!' exclaimed Alice.

• How dreadfully savage: An exclamation expressing strong disapproval or shock at something considered barbaric or uncivilized. 'How' intensifies the feeling, 'dreadfully' emphasizes the severity, and 'savage' describes the uncivilized nature of the thing being commented on. [haʊ ˈdrɛdfəli ˈsævɪʤ]
• exclaimed: said suddenly and vehemently, typically expressing surprise, strong emotion, or pain. [ɪkˈskleɪmd]
• Alice: the name of the character speaking. [ˈælɪs]

'And ever since that,' the Hatter went on in a mournful tone, 'he won't do a thing I ask!

• And ever since that: Referring to a point in the past and continuing from that time. [ənd ˈɛvər sɪns ðət]
• the Hatter: A character in the story, known for his eccentric behavior. [ðə ˈhætər]
• went on: continued speaking. [wɛnt ɔn]
• in a mournful tone: speaking in a sad or sorrowful way. [ɪn ə ˈmɔrnfəl toʊn]
• he won't do: he will not do; refusal to perform an action. [hi woʊnt du]
• a thing I ask: anything that I request. [ə θɪŋ aɪ æsk]

A bright idea came into Alice's head. 'Is that the reason so many tea-things are put out here?' she asked.

• A bright idea: A sudden, clever, or intelligent thought. [ə braɪt aɪˈdiə]
• came into: entered; occurred to. [keɪm ˈɪntu]
• Alice's head: Alice's mind; where the idea originated. [ˈælɪsəz hɛd]
• Is that the reason: Is that the explanation or cause. [ɪz ðət ðə ˈrizən]
• so many tea-things: a large number of items related to tea, such as cups, saucers, and teapots. [soʊ ˈmɛni tea-things]
• are put out here: are placed or displayed in this location. [ər pʊt aʊt hir]
• she asked: she inquired. [ʃi æst]

'Yes, that's it,' said the Hatter with a sigh: 'it's always tea-time, and we've no time to wash the things between whiles.'

• Yes, that's it: An affirmation indicating agreement or confirmation. 'That's it' means 'that is correct' or 'that is the reason'. [jɛs ðæts ɪt]
• said: stated; spoke. [sɛd]
• the Hatter: A character in the story, known for his eccentric behavior. [ðə ˈhætər]
• with a sigh: expressing sadness, relief, or exhaustion. [wɪθ ə saɪ]
• it's always tea-time: it is always time for tea; indicating a constant state of having tea. [ɪts ˈɔlˌweɪz tea-time]
• and we've no time: and we have no time; indicating a lack of available time. [ənd wiv noʊ taɪm]
• to wash the things: to clean the tea-related items. [tɪ wɑʃ ðə θɪŋz]
• between whiles: in the intervening periods; in the time between tea times. [bɪtˈwin waɪlz]

'Then you keep moving round, I suppose?' said Alice.

• Then you keep moving round: Implying a continuous circular movement or rotation. [ðɛn ju kip ˈmuvɪŋ raʊnd]
• I suppose: A statement expressing an assumption or belief. [aɪ səˈpoʊz]
• said: stated; spoke. [sɛd]
• Alice: the name of the character speaking. [ˈælɪs]

'Exactly so,' said the Hatter: 'as the things get used up.'

• Exactly so: Precisely; indicating complete agreement. [ɪgˈzæktli soʊ]
• said: stated; spoke. [sɛd]
• the Hatter: A character in the story, known for his eccentric behavior. [ðə ˈhætər]
• as the things get used up: as the items become exhausted or depleted. [ɛz ðə θɪŋz gɪt juzd əp]

'But what happens when you come to the beginning again?' Alice ventured to ask.

• But: Indicates a contrast or objection to something previously said [bət]
• what happens: Refers to the events or consequences that occur [wət ˈhæpənz]
• when you come: describes the action of arriving or reaching a certain point [wɪn ju kəm]
• to the beginning: refers to the starting point or initial stage [tɪ ðə bɪˈgɪnɪŋ]
• again: indicates a repetition of a previous action or state [əˈgɛn]
• Alice: Name of the character [ˈælɪs]
• ventured: dared or risked to do something [ˈvɛnʧərd]
• to ask: to pose a question [tɪ æsk]

'Suppose we change the subject,' the March Hare interrupted, yawning. 'I'm getting tired of this.

• Suppose: introduces a hypothetical situation or suggestion [səˈpoʊz]
• we change: suggests altering or shifting [wi ʧeɪnʤ]
• the subject: the topic of discussion [ðə ˈsəbʤɪkt]
• the March Hare: Name of the character [ðə mɑrʧ hɛr]
• interrupted: broke into the conversation [ˌɪntərˈəptɪd]
• yawning: opening the mouth wide and inhaling deeply due to tiredness or boredom [ˈjɔnɪŋ]
• I'm getting: contraction of 'I am getting', indicating a process or state of becoming [əm ˈgɪtɪŋ]
• tired: feeling weary or fatigued [taɪərd]
• of this: referring to the current topic or situation [əv ðɪs]

'I'm afraid I don't know one,' said Alice, rather alarmed at the proposal.

• I'm afraid: expresses reluctance or regret [əm əˈfreɪd]
• I don't know: indicates a lack of knowledge [aɪ doʊnt noʊ]
• one: referring to a story [wən]
• said Alice: Name of the character [sɛd ˈælɪs]
• rather alarmed: somewhat worried or frightened [ˈrəðər əˈlɑrmd]
• at the proposal: regarding the suggestion made [æt ðə prəˈpoʊzəl]

'Then the Dormouse shall!' they both cried. 'Wake up, Dormouse!' And they pinched it on both sides at once.

• Then: introduces a consequence or alternative [ðɛn]
• the Dormouse: Name of the character [ðə ˈdɔrˌmaʊs]
• shall: will do something [ʃæl]
• they both: referring to two individuals [ðeɪ boʊθ]
• cried: shouted or exclaimed [kraɪd]
• Wake up: to rouse from sleep [weɪk əp]
• Dormouse: Name of the character [ˈdɔrˌmaʊs]
• And: connects two clauses or sentences [ənd]
• they pinched: squeezed or nipped someone's skin [ðeɪ pɪnʧt]
• it: referring to the Dormouse [ɪt]
• on both sides: on either side of something [ɔn boʊθ saɪdz]
• at once: simultaneously or immediately [æt wəns]

The Dormouse slowly opened his eyes. 'I wasn't asleep,' he said in a hoarse, feeble voice: 'I heard every word you fellows were saying.'

• The Dormouse: Name of the character [ðə ˈdɔrˌmaʊs]
• slowly: at a leisurely pace [sˈloʊli]
• opened: performed the action of opening [ˈoʊpənd]
• his eyes: referring to the Dormouse's eyes [hɪz aɪz]
• I wasn't: contraction of 'I was not', indicating a denial [aɪ ˈwəzənt]
• asleep: in a state of sleep [əsˈlip]
• he said: he uttered [hi sɛd]
• in a hoarse: rough and grating [ɪn ə hɔrs]
• feeble: weak and lacking strength [ˈfibəl]
• voice: the sound produced by speaking [vɔɪs]
• I heard: I perceived with my ears [aɪ hərd]
• every word: all the words [ˈɛvəri wərd]
• you fellows: you people or individuals [ju ˈfɛloʊz]
• were saying: were speaking or uttering [wər seɪɪŋ]

'Tell us a story!' said the March Hare.

• Tell us a story: An imperative sentence requesting someone to narrate a story. 'Tell' is a verb meaning to narrate or relate, 'us' is a pronoun referring to the listeners, 'a story' is a noun phrase referring to a narrative or account of events. The exclamation mark indicates excitement or emphasis. [tɛl ˈjuˈɛs ə ˈstɔri]
• said: A verb indicating who is speaking. [sɛd]
• the March Hare: A proper noun referring to a character in Alice in Wonderland. 'March Hare' is a noun phrase referring to a hare that is particularly eccentric or mad, especially during the mating season in March. [ðə mɑrʧ hɛr]