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affects

Pronunciation: [əˈfɛkts]

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Learn how to use affects in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “emotion”

(verb) to have an influence on someone or something. When you feel happy or sad because of something that happens, that is how it affects you.

Example

The sunny weather affects my mood and makes me feel happy.

Example

The bad news did not affect her at all; she stayed calm.

Example

How does this movie affect the way you think about friendship?

Context: “health”

(verb) to cause a change in someone's health or ability. If something makes you feel sick or tired, that is how it affects your body.

Example

Eating fruits and vegetables positively affects your health.

Example

Too much screen time does not affect his performance in school.

Example

How can stress affect your body?

How to pronounce affects

Pronunciation: [əˈfɛkts]

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