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tired

Pronunciation: [taɪərd]

Word

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

Context: “state of being”

(adjective) feeling like you need rest or sleep. When you have been working or playing for a long time and your body wants to relax, you feel tired.

Example

After a long day at school, I felt very tired and ready to go to bed.

Example

I am not tired at all; I could play for hours more!

Example

Are you tired after running around at the park?

Context: “state of causing fatigue”

(verb) to make someone feel weary or in need of rest. If you do a lot of exercise or work, you might tire out your body.

Example

The long walk in the sun tired me out, so I took a nap.

Example

The game didn't tire her; she was energetic and happy afterward.

Example

Did the workout tire you out today?

How to pronounce tired

Pronunciation: [taɪərd]

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