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pour

Pronunciation: [pɔr]

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

Context: “everyday actions”

(verb) to make a liquid flow from one container to another. It’s like when you take a glass and tip it so the drink comes out.

Example

I pour orange juice into my glass every morning.

Example

I didn't pour any milk into my cereal today.

Example

Can you help me pour the water into the pot?

Context: “weather”

(verb) when rain falls heavily. It's like when the sky is very dark and lots of rain comes down fast.

Example

It started to pour just as we were leaving the park.

Example

It didn't pour like they said it would; it only drizzled a little.

Example

Is it going to pour later today?

Context: “emotional expressions”

(verb) to give out feelings or emotions in great amounts. This is used when someone shares their feelings a lot, like when someone is very sad or happy.

Example

She poured her heart out during the conversation.

Example

He didn't pour out any feelings; he kept everything inside.

Example

Do you think he will pour out his feelings to us?

How to pronounce pour

Pronunciation: [pɔr]

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