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ripped

Pronunciation: [rɪpt]

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

Context: “physical action”

(verb) to tear something into pieces with force. Imagine pulling on a piece of paper until it splits apart.

Example

She ripped the paper in half to make it fit in her bag.

Example

He didn't rip the page; he carefully turned it without damage.

Example

Did you accidentally rip the fabric while sewing?

Context: “physical appearance”

(adjective) describes someone who has a very muscular and toned body. If you see someone with big muscles and a fit shape, you might say they are ripped.

Example

After months of training, he looked ripped and very strong.

Example

She felt discouraged because she didn’t look ripped like her friends.

Example

Do you think I need to work out more to get ripped?

Context: “damage”

(verb) to cause something to be badly damaged or destroyed. This often relates to clothes or materials that are no longer whole.

Example

The storm ripped the roof off the house.

Example

The old roof didn't rip even during the heavy winds last year.

Example

Did the wind rip any branches off the tree?

How to pronounce ripped

Pronunciation: [rɪpt]

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