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rate

Pronunciation: [/ɹeɪt/]

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rate: meanings and example sentences

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

Context: “measurement”

(noun) a measure of how something is in comparison to something else. It tells us how good or bad something is.

Example

The hotel received a high rate of satisfaction from its guests.

Example

The rate of inflation is increasing, causing concerns for the economy.

Example

What is the rate of success for this project?

Context: “evaluate”

(verb) to judge or assess something based on its quality or value. You can rate how much you liked a movie or how well someone performed in a game.

Example

I would rate this restaurant as one of the best in town.

Example

She didn't rate his performance very highly compared to the others.

Example

How would you rate this book on a scale of 1 to 10?

Context: “speed”

(noun) the speed at which something happens or changes over time. It tells us how fast or slow something is occurring.

Example

The heart rate of an athlete can increase during intense exercise.

Example

The rate of accidents on this road is alarming.

Example

What is the current rate of production in the factory?

How to pronounce rate

Pronunciation: [/ɹeɪt/]

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