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ear

Pronunciation: [ɪr]

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

Context: “anatomy”

(noun) the part of your body that helps you hear. It is on the side of your head and lets you listen to sounds around you, like music or someone talking.

Example

She can hear the birds singing very well because she has a good ear.

Example

He couldn't hear the teacher because he had an ear infection.

Example

Can you hear the sounds with your ear?

Context: “music”

(noun) having a good sense for music or sound. It's when someone can tell if notes are right or wrong, or can recognize different songs easily.

Example

The musician has an excellent ear for melody.

Example

She doesn't have a good ear for music, so she struggles to keep in tune.

Example

Do you think he has a good ear for new songs?

Context: “attention”

(noun) a way of saying that you are listening carefully. When someone wants you to pay attention, they might say 'give me your ear' or 'lend me your ear'.

Example

He always gives his ear to the problems of his friends.

Example

She doesn't lend an ear to people who just complain.

Example

Are you willing to lend me your ear for a moment?

Context: “listening”

(verb) to listen closely and carefully to someone or something. This means you are paying attention to what is being said.

Example

She eared the instructions carefully before starting the project.

Example

He didn't ear the warning and went ahead with his plan.

Example

Did you ear what the teacher asked us to do?

How to pronounce ear

Pronunciation: [ɪr]

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