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beats

Pronunciation: [biːts]

Word

Learn how to use beats in a sentence: 12 audio examples across 4 meanings.

Context: “music”

(verb) to create a rhythmic sound or pattern in music. It’s like when someone plays drums or any music that has a strong rhythm.

Example

She beats the drums every Saturday in the band.

Example

He doesn't beat the drums well, he often misses the rhythm.

Example

Can you hear how she beats the tempo perfectly?

Context: “competition”

(verb) to win against someone or something. Like when you score more points than your opponent in a game.

Example

Our team beats their team in the basketball game last night.

Example

They didn't beat us in the last match, we played really well.

Example

Who do you think will beat the other team in the finals?

Context: “music”

(noun) a unit of time in music, like a heartbeat. It helps musicians keep track of rhythm.

Example

The song has a nice beat that makes you want to dance.

Example

The music was slow, and it lacked a strong beat.

Example

Can you find the beat in this song?

Context: “life rhythm”

(noun) the regular sound of a heartbeat or pulse. It's what you hear when a doctor checks your heart.

Example

The doctor said my heart beats are strong and normal.

Example

After running, my heart beats were so fast that I could feel it in my chest.

Example

How do you know if your heart beats are healthy?

How to pronounce beats

Pronunciation: [biːts]

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