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sketches

Pronunciation: [ˈskɛtʃɪz]

Word

Learn how to use sketches in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “art”

(noun) a simple drawing that shows the main features of something but not all the details. It's like a quick way to show what something looks like without making a full picture.

Example

She showed me her sketches of different animals before painting them.

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His sketches were not clear, making it hard to see what he wanted to draw.

Example

Can I see the sketches you made for your project?

Context: “creation”

(verb) to make a quick drawing or plan that captures the basic idea of something. It’s often used when you want to show an idea without making it perfect.

Example

Yesterday, I sketched a new design for my room.

Example

She didn't sketch her ideas, which made it harder to explain them to her classmates.

Example

Do you often sketch your thoughts before starting a project?

How to pronounce sketches

Pronunciation: [ˈskɛtʃɪz]

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