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hard

Pronunciation: [/hɑɹd/]

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hard: meanings and example sentences

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

Context: “difficulty”

(adjective) when something is not easy and requires a lot of effort or skill. If a task is hard, it means it's not simple to do.

Example

Studying for this test is hard, but if you work hard, you can do well.

Example

The puzzle was not hard at all; it was completed quickly.

Example

Is learning to ride a bike hard for you?

Context: “difficulty”

(adverb) used to describe actions that are done with a lot of effort or force. When someone is hitting a ball hard, it means they're using a lot of strength.

Example

She ran hard to catch the bus before it left.

Example

He didn't push hard enough and couldn't open the door.

Example

Did you try hard to finish your homework on time?

Context: “solidity”

(adjective) when something is tough or not easy to break or damage. This can be about objects or even people's characters.

Example

The rock is hard; it won't break easily.

Example

The pillow is soft, not hard like a piece of wood.

Example

Is the diamond hard to cut?

How to pronounce hard

Pronunciation: [/hɑɹd/]

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