Feeling Meaning in English
word · lemma: feel
Definition
A 'feeling' is an emotional state or a physical sensation that you experience. It can refer to being happy, sad, cold, pain, or any kind of emotion or bodily sense.
Usage & Nuances
'Feeling' can describe both emotions (love, anger) and physical sensations (softness, pain). In casual conversation, it's often used about mood: 'I have a bad feeling.' Common collocations: 'hurt someone's feelings', 'mixed feelings', 'gut feeling'. Don't confuse with 'feelings' (usually emotional, often plural).
Example Sentences
I have a strange feeling about this place.
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Happiness is a good feeling.
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She lost all feeling in her arm after the accident.
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Don't worry, it's just a gut feeling—I think everything will be fine.
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He tried to hide his feelings, but everyone could tell he was upset.
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I don't have strong feelings about that movie—it's just okay to me.
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