drops

word · lemma: drop

/ˈdɹɑps/
drahps
/dɹˈɒps/
drops

Definition

As a noun, 'drops' means small round amounts of liquid. As a verb, it can mean falls downward, lets something fall, decreases, or stops doing something.

Usage & Nuances

'Drop' is very common and flexible. Common patterns include 'drop a glass' (let it fall), 'temperature drops' (goes down), 'drop a class' (stop taking it), and 'eye drops' (medicine). Don't confuse noun 'drops' with 'raindrops' or specific medicines unless the context is clear.

Example Sentences

A few drops of rain fell on my hand.

basic

The phone drops from his pocket.

basic

She drops the keys on the table.

basic

The temperature drops fast after sunset here.

natural

He drops by my office whenever he's in town.

natural

She drops the class because it's too hard.

natural