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tears

Pronunciation: [tɛrz]

Word

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

Context: “emotions”

(noun) drops of salty liquid that come from your eyes when you cry. They often show that you are sad or very happy. When you feel strong emotions, your body makes tears.

Example

She shed tears of joy when she heard the good news.

Example

He did not have any tears left to cry after his sad story.

Example

Why do you think people cry tears when they are sad?

Context: “expressing emotions”

(verb) to cry or to produce tears from your eyes. This often happens when you feel a strong emotion, like sadness, happiness, or even pain.

Example

The movie was so touching that it made her tear up.

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He tried to hold back his feelings so he wouldn't tear up.

Example

What usually makes you tear up during a movie?

How to pronounce tears

Pronunciation: [tɛrz]

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