tears
word · lemma: tear
/ˈtɛɹz/
tairz
/ˈteəz/
tee-uhz
Definition
Drops of liquid that come from your eyes when you cry, are hurt, or feel strong emotion. Tears can come from sadness, joy, pain, or even laughter.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used as a plural noun: 'tears'. Common phrases include 'burst into tears', 'fight back tears', and 'be in tears'. Do not confuse it with 'tears' meaning rips in cloth, which is pronounced differently.
Spanish: lágrimasPortuguese (BR): lágrimasPortuguese (PT): lágrimasChinese (Simplified): 眼泪Chinese (Traditional): 眼淚Hindi: आँसूArabic: دموعBengali: অশ্রু - চোখের জলRussian: слёзыJapanese: 涙Vietnamese: nước mắtKorean: 눈물Turkish: gözyaşıUrdu: آنسوIndonesian: air mata
Example Sentences
The movie made her eyes fill with tears.
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He wiped the tears from his face.
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The child was in tears after falling down.
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She burst into tears as soon as she heard the news.
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I was laughing so hard I had tears in my eyes.
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He tried to fight back tears, but everyone could see he was upset.
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