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smart

Pronunciation: [/smɑɹt/]

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smart: meanings and example sentences

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

Context: “intelligence”

(adjective) when someone is very clever, knowledgeable, or quick to understand things. It's like when you know a lot and can figure things out quickly.

Example

She is a smart student and always gets good grades.

Example

He felt dumb compared to his smart classmates.

Example

Is it important to be smart in school?

Context: “fashion”

(adjective) when someone is stylish and well-dressed. It's like looking nice and put together.

Example

She always wears smart suits to work.

Example

He showed up in jeans and sneakers, not looking very smart.

Example

What do you think makes an outfit look smart?

Context: “perform well”

(verb) to cause pain or discomfort. It's like when something hurts or bothers you.

Example

The loud noise smarted her ears.

Example

The medicine helped so the cut didn't smart as much.

Example

Does it smart when you touch your bruise?

How to pronounce smart

Pronunciation: [/smɑɹt/]

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