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modes

Pronunciation: [moʊdz]

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

Context: “variety”

(noun) different ways or styles of doing something. When you have different modes, it means there are several options to choose from, like different ways to travel or learn.

Example

There are many modes of transportation, like buses, trains, and bicycles.

Example

Without any modes of communication, it was hard for the team to share ideas.

Example

What modes of learning do you think work best for you?

Context: “music”

(noun) a specific type of scale used in music. Think of it like a recipe that tells musicians how to play certain notes together to create a feeling or mood.

Example

The song was written in a joyful mode, making everyone want to dance.

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The mode used in that piece of music was not very happy or cheerful.

Example

What mode does this song use to create that mysterious feeling?

Context: “computer”

(noun) a specific setting or state of a device or software. When you change the mode on your phone, like from normal to airplane mode, you change how it works.

Example

I switched my phone to night mode to make the screen easier to read in the dark.

Example

I forgot to turn off silent mode, so I missed my friend's call.

Example

What mode should I put the camera in for taking photos at night?

How to pronounce modes

Pronunciation: [moʊdz]

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