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appear

Pronunciation: [/əˈpɪɹ/]

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appear: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use appear in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “general”

(verb) to come into sight or become visible. It's when something that wasn't there before suddenly shows up.

Example

The sun appeared from behind the clouds.

Example

The magician made the rabbit disappear and then reappear.

Example

Did the stars appear in the sky during the night?

Context: “seem”

(verb) to give the impression of being something. When something seems a certain way or looks a certain way.

Example

She appeared happy even though she was feeling sad inside.

Example

The situation appeared challenging, but with hard work, it became manageable.

Example

Does it appear that he's telling the truth?

Context: “perform”

(verb) to take part in a public event or do a particular activity in front of people. When you show up at a specific place to do something.

Example

The band will appear on stage at the concert tonight.

Example

He couldn't appear at the meeting due to a prior commitment.

Example

Will she appear in the play tomorrow?

How to pronounce appear

Pronunciation: [/əˈpɪɹ/]

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