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pat

Pronunciación: [pæt]

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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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