borne
Pronunciation: [bɔrn]
Word
Context: “give birth”
(verb) to have given birth to a baby or babies. When someone bears a child, they bring a new life into the world.
Example
She has borne three children, and they all have different personalities.
Example
He has not borne any children, as he chose to focus on his career instead.
Example
How many children has she borne?
Context: “carry or support”
(verb) to carry something or support a heavy load. It’s like when you hold something up or help something stay strong.
Example
The bridge has borne the weight of many cars for years without any problems.
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The chair could not have borne the weight of such a large person.
Example
Can the rope bear the weight of the heavy package?
Context: “emotion or responsibility”
(verb) to feel or show something difficult, like responsibility or sadness. This is when someone struggles but continues to handle it.
Example
She has borne the burden of her family's expectations with grace.
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He cannot bear the weight of such sadness and needs help.
Example
What can she no longer bear in her life?
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