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walls

Pronunciation: [wɔlz]

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

Context: “building structures”

(noun) a wall is a vertical structure that separates spaces and gives support to a building. It's like a big, tall barrier made of materials like wood, bricks, or concrete. Walls help keep us inside and also protect us from outside.

Example

The walls of the house are painted blue and make it look beautiful.

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The walls of the old building are cracked and falling apart.

Example

How thick are the walls of this room?

Context: “metaphor for barriers”

(noun) walls can also mean emotional or social barriers that people create. These 'walls' make it hard for people to connect or communicate with each other, like when someone feels lonely or closed off.

Example

She built walls around her heart to protect herself after the loss.

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He realized that his walls were stopping him from making new friends.

Example

What can help break down the walls between them?

How to pronounce walls

Pronunciation: [wɔlz]

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