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mean

Pronunciation: [/miːn/]

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mean: meanings and example sentences

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

Context: “intent”

(verb) to have in mind as a purpose or goal. It's what you plan to do or achieve.

Example

She meant to finish her homework before dinner.

Example

I didn't mean to offend you with my comments.

Example

What do you mean to accomplish with your project?

Context: “interpretation”

(verb) to convey or represent in a specific way. It's how something is understood or explained.

Example

His silence could mean that he was thinking deeply.

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Her words could be misinterpreted to mean something else.

Example

What does this symbol mean in the story?

Context: “average calculation”

(verb) to calculate the arithmetic average by adding up a set of numbers and dividing by the count of numbers. It's a way to find what is typical in a group of numbers.

Example

To find the mean, add all the numbers and divide by the total count.

Example

Incorrectly calculating the mean could skew the results.

Example

What is the mean of the following numbers: 5, 8, 10, 12?

Context: “unkind behavior”

(adjective) unkind, cruel, or malicious. It's when someone is not nice to others.

Example

Being mean to others is not acceptable.

Example

She felt hurt by his mean comments.

Example

Why is it important not to be mean to others?

How to pronounce mean

Pronunciation: [/miːn/]

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