dumb
Произношение: [dʌm]
Слово
Контекст: «intelligence»
(adjective) when someone is not smart or does not understand things easily. It can mean they don’t know much about a topic or can’t figure things out.
Пример
He may seem dumb in math, but he's actually great at drawing.
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She is not dumb; she just needs more time to learn.
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Do you think someone can be dumb and still be good at sports?
Контекст: «speech»
(adjective) when someone cannot talk. This can happen because of a medical condition or injury, and it means they are unable to use their voice.
Пример
After the accident, he was dumb for a long time but has learned to communicate in other ways.
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She is not dumb; she prefers to use sign language to express herself.
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What can we do to help someone who is dumb communicate better?
Контекст: «offensive term»
(noun) a word used to describe someone who is not smart or lacks understanding, but it can be mean or hurtful when used this way.
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Using the word 'dumb' can sometimes ruin friendships.
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Calling her a dumb person is not fair; everyone has different strengths.
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Why do some people think it's okay to call others dumb?
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