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showers

Pronunciation: [ʃaʊərz]

Word

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

Context: “weather”

(noun) a type of rain that usually falls lightly and for a short time. It’s like when the sky lets out a little bit of rain but the sun might still be shining.

Example

The weather report says there will be light showers this afternoon.

Example

There were no showers today; it was completely dry and sunny.

Example

Will the showers be heavy or light this evening?

Context: “events”

(noun) a special celebration where people come together to give gifts, often for someone who is about to have a baby or get married. It’s a fun party with games, food, and excitement.

Example

We are planning a baby shower for our friend next weekend.

Example

They didn’t have a shower for the bride because they wanted it to be a surprise.

Example

Who is hosting the bridal shower this month?

Context: “dispersal”

(verb) to let something fall or scatter over a large area. Similar to how rain falls lightly in the sky, like when you throw a handful of seeds to spread them around.

Example

The gardener showers the plants with water every morning.

Example

He didn’t shower the flowers with enough water, so they started to wilt.

Example

Can you shower the grass with fertilizer to help it grow?

How to pronounce showers

Pronunciation: [ʃaʊərz]

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