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scratch

Pronunciation: [skræʧ]

Word

Learn how to use scratch in a sentence: 12 audio examples across 4 meanings.

Context: “physical action”

(verb) to rub your fingernails or something sharp over your skin or an object to make a mark or noise. It's like when you itch and you use your fingers to relieve the itch.

Example

He scratched his arm because it was itchy.

Example

She didn’t scratch the surface of the table, so it stayed smooth.

Example

Did you scratch your head when you didn't know the answer?

Context: “mark or sound”

(noun) a mark made on a surface or a sound made by scraping or rubbing something. Imagine when you make a line on paper by dragging something sharp over it.

Example

There was a big scratch on the car door.

Example

The glass didn't have any scratches, so it looked brand new.

Example

What caused the scratch on the floor?

Context: “games”

(verb) to remove something from a list, like when you decide that a player can't join the game anymore.

Example

They scratched his name from the list of players.

Example

She didn't scratch her plans; she went ahead as intended.

Example

Did they scratch any players from the game yesterday?

Context: “music”

(noun) a technique in music, especially in hip-hop, where a DJ moves a record back and forth to create sounds. It's a fun way to make music feel different and exciting.

Example

The DJ showed off his scratching skills during the party.

Example

The music didn't have any scratching; it was just plain.

Example

Have you ever seen a DJ use scratching in their performance?

How to pronounce scratch

Pronunciation: [skræʧ]

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