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sign

Pronunciation: [/saɪn/]

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sign: meanings and example sentences

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

Context: “communication”

(noun) something that shows a meaning or gives information without using words. Like when you see a symbol telling you which way to go.

Example

The sign on the door said 'push' so I knew how to open it.

Example

There was no sign to indicate which direction to take.

Example

What does the sign at the traffic light mean?

Context: “zodiac”

(noun) a symbol or picture belonging to each star sign in the zodiac. These are used to tell people's futures based on when they were born.

Example

Her sign is Leo, so according to the zodiac, she is confident and ambitious.

Example

I don't believe in astrology, so I don't pay attention to my sign.

Example

What's your zodiac sign?

Context: “agreement”

(verb) to write your name on a document, usually to show you agree with what's written. Like when you sign your name on a birthday card to say you bought the gift.

Example

He signed the contract to officially become a member of the team.

Example

She refused to sign the agreement because she didn't agree with the terms.

Example

Did you remember to sign the permission slip for the field trip?

How to pronounce sign

Pronunciation: [/saɪn/]

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