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jumped

Pronunciation: [dʒʌmpt]

Word

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

Context: “movement”

(verb) to push off the ground with your legs and land somewhere else. When you jump, your body goes up into the air for a moment before coming back down. It's like when you want to reach something high or just have fun.

Example

The kids jumped happily on the trampoline.

Example

She didn't jump during the game because she felt tired.

Example

Did you jump over the puddle on your way to school?

Context: “emotional response”

(verb) to react in surprise or shock. When something surprises you, you can say you jumped. It's like when you hear a loud noise and suddenly feel scared.

Example

He jumped with excitement when he saw his birthday cake.

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She didn't jump at the news because she already expected it.

Example

Did you jump when the firework went off?

Context: “changes or transitions”

(verb) to suddenly start doing something or go to a different place, especially without waiting. Imagine changing the topic in a conversation quickly or moving to a new activity in class.

Example

After finishing her homework, she jumped to playing games.

Example

He didn't jump right into the next project because he needed a break.

Example

Did you jump from one topic to another during the discussion?

How to pronounce jumped

Pronunciation: [dʒʌmpt]

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