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pirates

Pronunciation: [ˈpaɪrɪts]

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

Context: “history”

(noun) people who steal ships and take things from them on the sea. Pirates are often seen as adventurous robbers who attack other ships to get treasure.

Example

The movie was exciting and featured brave pirates searching for gold.

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Not every crew member turned out to be pirates; some were just sailors doing their jobs.

Example

What do you think pirates did during the Golden Age of Piracy?

Context: “fiction”

(noun) characters in stories or movies who are adventurous and often look for treasure. These pirates might have funny names and wear eye patches.

Example

In the story, the pirates sailed the ocean in a big ship full of treasure.

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The book didn't have any pirates; it was all about land adventures without sea journeys.

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What do you imagine when you think of pirates in stories?

Context: “media”

(verb) to illegally copy or share something, like movies or music. It’s like taking something that isn't yours without permission.

Example

Some people choose to pirate movies instead of paying for them.

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He didn’t pirate any games because he believes in supporting the creators.

Example

Do you know why some people pirate songs online?

How to pronounce pirates

Pronunciation: [ˈpaɪrɪts]

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