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beams

Pronunciation: [biːmz]

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

Context: “construction”

(noun) a long, strong piece of material, like wood or metal, that helps to support a structure. Think of beams as the bones of a building; they hold everything up.

Example

The house was built with sturdy beams that can hold a lot of weight.

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The old building had weak beams that made it unsafe to enter.

Example

How many beams are needed to support the roof?

Context: “light”

(noun) a line of light that shines from a source, like the sun or a flashlight. Imagine the way a beam of sunlight streams through a window.

Example

The flashlight created a bright beam that lit up the dark room.

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There was no beam of light in the dark cave; it was completely pitch black.

Example

What happens when a beam of light hits a mirror?

Context: “emotion”

(verb) to show a big smile or happiness, often in a bright and cheerful way. When someone beams, it’s like their smile is shining like the sun!

Example

She beamed with joy when she received her birthday present.

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He didn't beam at all when he heard the bad news; he looked very sad.

Example

Why did he beam when he saw his friends?

How to pronounce beams

Pronunciation: [biːmz]

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