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turning

Pronunciation: [/ˈtɝ.nɪŋ/]

Word

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

Context: “movement”

(noun) the act of changing direction or position by rotating or pivoting. Think about when you make a sharp left or right on your bike or when a car goes around a corner.

Example

The turning of the dancer was graceful and smooth.

Example

The turning of the ship caused some passengers to feel seasick.

Example

Have you ever tried to do a pirouette, a type of turning move in dance?

Context: “point in a path or journey”

(noun) a specific place where someone must make a decision or change direction in their journey. It's like when you're following a map and need to make a turn at a certain intersection.

Example

The map showed that the next turning was just a few blocks away.

Example

I missed the turning and had to go back to find the right way.

Example

Can you point me to the turning where we should make a left?

Context: “action”

(verb) the act of moving or changing direction by rotating or pivoting. This is what you do when you twist a doorknob, swerve your bicycle, or make a U-turn in a car.

Example

She is turning the steering wheel to go around the corner.

Example

He accidentally turned the wrong way and got lost.

Example

Can you show me how to turn the key to start the car?

How to pronounce turning

Pronunciation: [/ˈtɝ.nɪŋ/]

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