pat
Pronunciación: [pæt]
Palabra
Contexto: «affection»
(verb) to touch someone or something gently with your hand. It's like giving a little tap to show you care or to comfort them.
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She gently patted the dog on its head to show it love.
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He didn’t pat the cat because he was afraid it would scratch him.
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Can you pat your friend on the back to cheer them up?
Contexto: «sound»
(noun) a soft sound made when you tap lightly on something. It’s similar to the noise when you hit a drum gently.
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The pat of the rain on the roof was very relaxing to listen to.
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There was no pat of footsteps in the empty hallway as everyone had left.
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Did you hear the pat of the ball hitting the ground?
Contexto: «gesture»
(noun) a gentle touch with a hand that shows encouragement or approval. It’s like a small hug from your hand!
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The teacher gave her a pat on the back for doing a great job.
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He felt sad when he didn't receive a pat on the back after his presentation.
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Why do you think we give a pat on the back to encourage others?
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