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shake

Pronunciation: [ʃeɪk]

Word

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

Context: “movement”

(verb) to move something back and forth or up and down with quick movements. It's like when you take a bottle and you shake it to mix what's inside.

Example

She likes to shake the snow globe to see the glitter move around.

Example

He didn't shake the bottle, so the drink was still flat.

Example

Can you shake the can before you open it?

Context: “emotion”

(verb) to feel or make someone feel scared or nervous. Like when something surprising happens, it might shake you up a little.

Example

The movie was so exciting that it shook me a bit.

Example

The calm weather did not shake the villagers; they felt safe.

Example

Did the loud noise shake you when you were outside?

Context: “agreement”

(verb) to hold someone's hand and move it up and down to show friendship or agreement. It's like saying 'hello' or 'goodbye' with a handshake.

Example

They decided to shake hands after reaching an agreement.

Example

They didn't shake hands because they were still upset with each other.

Example

Will you shake hands to celebrate your agreement?

Context: “movement”

(noun) a quick, back-and-forth movement. For example, the way you might give someone a little shake to get their attention.

Example

The dog gave a happy shake and wagged its tail.

Example

The shake was too soft to wake her up from her nap.

Example

Did you feel the shake when the bus went by?

How to pronounce shake

Pronunciation: [ʃeɪk]

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