minds
word · lemma: mind
/ˈmaɪndz/
myndz
/mˈaɪndz/
myndz
Definition
Plural of 'mind'. It can mean people's thoughts or intelligence, their opinions, or, in some contexts, a willingness or refusal about something, as in 'Do you mind?'.
Usage & Nuances
Most often used in phrases like 'great minds', 'young minds', 'change your minds', and 'peace of mind'. The plural noun usually means thoughts or opinions, while the verb form appears in 'Do you mind?' or 'Would you mind?'. Learners should not confuse 'minds' with only 'brains' in a physical sense.
Spanish: mentes - opiniones - intenciónPortuguese (BR): mentes - opiniões - intençãoPortuguese (PT): mentes - opiniões - intençãoChinese (Simplified): 头脑 - 想法 - 介意Chinese (Traditional): 頭腦 - 想法 - 介意Hindi: दिमाग - विचार - आपत्तिArabic: عقول - آراء - ممانعةBengali: মন - মত (মতামত)Russian: умы - мненияJapanese: 心 - 考え（意見）Vietnamese: tâm trí - ý kiếnKorean: 마음 - 생각Turkish: zihinler - fikirlerUrdu: ذہن - رائےIndonesian: pikiran - pendapat
Example Sentences
Young minds learn quickly.
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We have different minds about the plan.
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Great minds often think alike.
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The game helps children use their minds.
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After the meeting, a few people changed their minds.
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If you don't mind, I'll open the window.
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