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ripe

Pronunciation: [raɪp]

Word

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

Context: “food”

(adjective) when fruits or vegetables are fully grown and ready to eat. It means they have changed color, softened, and taste good.

Example

The apples on the tree are ripe and delicious.

Example

The bananas are not ripe; they are still green and hard.

Example

How can you tell if a peach is ripe enough to eat?

Context: “maturity”

(adjective) when a person or idea has developed fully and is ready for something important. It means they are prepared and capable.

Example

She felt ripe for a big new challenge in her career.

Example

He is not ripe for leadership yet; he still needs more experience.

Example

Is the project ripe for implementation, or does it need more work?

How to pronounce ripe

Pronunciation: [raɪp]

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