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naturals

Pronunciation: [ˈnæʧərəlz]

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Learn how to use naturals in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “mathematics”

(noun) natural numbers are the numbers we use for counting. They start at 1 and go up: 1, 2, 3, and so on. They do not include zero or negative numbers.

Example

The natural numbers are used to count how many apples are in the basket.

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Negative numbers are not considered naturals; you can't count something using -1 apples.

Example

What is the smallest natural number?

Context: “talent or ability”

(noun) a natural is someone who seems to have a special talent or skill very easily, without needing a lot of training. It's like when someone can sing beautifully without taking lessons.

Example

She is a natural at playing the piano; she learned to play very quickly.

Example

He's not a natural at sports, but he practices hard to improve.

Example

Do you think anyone can be a natural at art?

How to pronounce naturals

Pronunciation: [ˈnæʧərəlz]

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