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swim

Pronunciation: [swɪm]

Word

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

Context: “movement”

(verb) to move through water by using your arms and legs. When you swim, you push against the water to go forward, like a fish or a person in a pool.

Example

I love to swim in the ocean during the summer.

Example

She doesn't swim well because she is afraid of the water.

Example

Can you swim fast enough to join the race?

Context: “activity”

(noun) the activity of moving through water. When people go swimming for fun or exercise, that’s called swimming.

Example

Going for a swim in the pool is my favorite summer activity.

Example

Skipping my swim today made me feel a little lazy.

Example

Is swimming your preferred way to exercise?

How to pronounce swim

Pronunciation: [swɪm]

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