experiences

word · lemma: experience

/ɪkˈspɪɹiənsɪz/
ik-SPEER-ee-uhn-siz
/ɛkspˈiəɹɪənsɪz/
ik-SPEER-ee-uhn-siz

Definition

Things that happen to you or that you do, especially ones that affect you, teach you something, or are worth remembering. It is the plural form of 'experience' when talking about events or personal moments, not skill from practice.

Usage & Nuances

Usually refers to events in someone's life: 'travel experiences', 'childhood experiences'. Do not confuse plural 'experiences' with uncountable 'experience' meaning skill or knowledge from doing something. Common patterns: 'have experiences', 'share experiences', 'learn from experiences'.

Example Sentences

Travel isn't just about photos; it's about the experiences you bring back with you.

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Some experiences change people forever.

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My school trip gave me many new experiences.

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We talked about our childhood experiences.

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Even the bad experiences taught me something useful.

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We all have different experiences, so we see the same situation differently.

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