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surf

Pronunciation: [sɜrf]

Word

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

Context: “sports”

(verb) to ride on the surface of waves in the ocean using a surfboard. This is a fun activity where people enjoy the sea and try to balance on their boards as the waves come in.

Example

I surfed for the first time last summer, and it was amazing!

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I didn’t surf well during my last trip because the waves were too small.

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Have you ever surfed in the ocean?

Context: “internet”

(verb) to look through different websites on the internet. It's like exploring many pages to find information, videos, or games that you like.

Example

I surf the web every evening to find new recipes to try.

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He doesn't surf the internet very often because he prefers reading books.

Example

What do you like to surf online for?

Context: “sports”

(noun) the activity of riding on waves using a surfboard. When people talk about surf, they often refer to the fun and excitement of catching waves.

Example

The surf was perfect today, and everyone at the beach was having a great time.

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The surf wasn't good last weekend, so we decided not to go to the beach.

Example

How is the surf at your favorite beach right now?

How to pronounce surf

Pronunciation: [sɜrf]

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