Skip to content
vocaboo
Beta
Log in

shrink

Pronunciation: [ʃrɪŋk]

Word

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

Context: “change in size”

(verb) to become smaller in size or amount. It's like when you put a sweater in the washing machine and it gets smaller. Things can shrink for many reasons, like heat or losing water.

Example

The sweater shrank after I washed it in hot water.

Example

The balloon didn't shrink at all; it stayed just as big.

Example

Why did the fruit shrink after being left out in the sun?

Context: “emotion”

(verb) to feel less confident or become more afraid in a situation. Imagine you're nervous about speaking in front of a big group, and you start to feel really small inside.

Example

She didn't shrink from the challenge of speaking in front of everyone.

Example

He didn't shrink back, even when facing his fears.

Example

Do you sometimes feel like you want to shrink when you're nervous?

Context: “physical object”

(noun) a person who helps others with their feelings and thoughts, often about problems in life. This person listens and talks with you to help you feel better, like a friendly helper.

Example

I visited my shrink today, and it helped me feel more relaxed.

Example

I don't think I need to see a shrink; I'm feeling fine.

Example

Have you ever thought about talking to a shrink?

How to pronounce shrink

Pronunciation: [ʃrɪŋk]

Listen and repeat as many times as you need.

0s
0s