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How to pronounce sense
Say it like this: /ˈsɛns/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does sense mean?
nounAny of the manners by which living beings perceive the physical world: for humans sight, smell, hearing, touch, taste.
“Let fancy still my sense in Lethe steep.”
Perception through the intellect; apprehension; awareness.
“a sense of security”
Sound practical or moral judgment.
“It’s common sense not to put metal objects in a microwave oven.”
verbTo use biological senses: to either see, hear, smell, taste, or feel.
To instinctively be aware.
“She immediately sensed her disdain.”
To comprehend.
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