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speeds

Pronunciation: [spiːdz]

Word

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

Context: “measurement”

(noun) the rate at which something moves or operates. It’s how fast something is going. For example, when a car travels fast or slow, we talk about its speed.

Example

The speed of the train was so fast that we reached our destination in no time.

Example

The speed of the turtle is very slow compared to the rabbit.

Example

What is the average speed of a jet airplane?

Context: “movement”

(verb) to move or operate at a certain rate. If you're going faster or slower, you are changing your speed.

Example

He speeds down the hill on his bike with joy.

Example

She didn’t speed up when she saw the traffic light turn yellow.

Example

Do you speed up when you are late for school?

How to pronounce speeds

Pronunciation: [spiːdz]

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