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tension

Pronunciation: [ˈtɛnʃən]

Word

Learn how to use tension in a sentence: 12 audio examples across 4 meanings.

Context: “emotion”

(noun) a feeling of nervousness or worry. It’s when you feel tight inside, like when you are about to give a speech or take a big test.

Example

She felt a little tension before her performance but quickly calmed down.

Example

There was no tension in the room; everyone was relaxed and happy.

Example

Do you feel any tension before you go on stage?

Context: “relationship”

(noun) a situation where people feel uncomfortable with each other. It’s like when friends have a disagreement and it makes things awkward.

Example

After their talk, the tension between them seemed to disappear.

Example

The tension in their friendship made it hard for them to enjoy their time together.

Example

What caused the tension between you two?

Context: “physics”

(noun) the force that pulls something tight. Think of a rubber band when you stretch it; it’s full of tension.

Example

The tension in the string helped the guitar make a clear sound.

Example

Without enough tension, the rope couldn’t hold anything up.

Example

How do you measure the tension in the cable?

Context: “emotion”

(verb) to cause someone to feel nervous or worried. It’s like making someone feel tight inside because of stress.

Example

The upcoming test seemed to tension her more than usual.

Example

The calm environment did not tension anyone beforehand.

Example

Does the idea of the performance tension you?

How to pronounce tension

Pronunciation: [ˈtɛnʃən]

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