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treats

Pronunciation: [trits]

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

Context: “food”

(noun) treats are special foods that are nice to eat, usually enjoyed as a reward or for fun. They can be candies, desserts, or any yummy snacks that people like to enjoy sometimes.

Example

We had ice cream treats after dinner because it was a celebration.

Example

I don't want any treats because I'm trying to eat healthy.

Example

What kind of treats do you like to have at parties?

Context: “care”

(verb) to treat someone means to behave toward them in a certain way, especially in a nice or caring way. When you treat someone well, you show kindness and respect.

Example

She treats her friends with kindness and always helps them when they need it.

Example

It's not fair to treat others badly just because you are upset.

Example

How do you treat your pets at home?

Context: “health”

(verb) to treat an illness means to take action to help someone feel better. This is usually done by doctors or medicine.

Example

The doctor treats patients with care and makes sure they get better.

Example

He didn’t treat his cough properly and it got worse.

Example

What do you do to treat a headache when you have one?

How to pronounce treats

Pronunciation: [trits]

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