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stain

Pronunciation: [steɪn]

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

Context: “cleanliness”

(noun) a mark or spot that you can see on something, usually something that should be clean. For example, if you spill juice on your shirt and it leaves a dark spot, that's a stain.

Example

She noticed a small stain on her dress but it was easy to wash out.

Example

There was no stain on the tablecloth after the meal, so it looked perfect.

Example

What kind of stain is that on your carpet?

Context: “cleanliness”

(verb) to make something dirty or to leave a mark on it. If you drop paint on the floor, you stain it because it leaves a mark.

Example

He didn't mean to stain his shirt while painting, but it happened.

Example

She was so careful that she did not stain the white sofa at all.

Example

How can I clean the stain I've made on the wall?

Context: “emotion”

(verb) to affect something in a negative way. This can be feelings or experiences. For example, if something bad happens, it might stain your happy memory.

Example

The wonderful trip was not stained by a little rain.

Example

The unfortunate accident stained their celebration.

Example

Can one bad experience stain a good memory?

How to pronounce stain

Pronunciation: [steɪn]

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