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mounted

Pronunciation: [ˈmaʊntɪd]

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

Context: “position”

(adjective) when something is fixed or attached to a surface, like a picture on a wall or a device on a stand. It means it's not just lying around; it has a special place where it belongs.

Example

The photographs were mounted beautifully on the wall for everyone to see.

Example

The mirror was not mounted properly and fell off the wall.

Example

Is the TV mounted on the wall or sitting on a table?

Context: “action”

(verb) to get on or climb something. It often means getting on a horse or a bike, or putting something on another thing. Think of jumping onto your bicycle or placing a board onto a frame.

Example

She mounted her horse with ease and rode off into the sunset.

Example

He didn't mount the bike because it had a flat tire.

Example

Can you mount the bike after fixing it?

Context: “display”

(verb) to attach items for display, often used with artworks or trophies. This means making something look nice and ready to show to others.

Example

They mounted the trophy on a shelf to show off their achievement.

Example

The important painting was not mounted and remained in a box.

Example

Did you mount the painting for the exhibition?

How to pronounce mounted

Pronunciation: [ˈmaʊntɪd]

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