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ear

/ɪər/

The ear is the organ on the side of the head that humans and animals use to hear sounds. It also helps the body maintain its sense of balance.

例文

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I have a small pain in my right ear today.

I have a small pain in my right ear today.

2

The physician examined the external ear for signs of infection.

The physician examined the external ear for signs of infection.

3

Stop shouting right in my ear!

Stop shouting right in my ear!

語族

名詞
ear
副詞
aurally
形容詞
aural
関連
earring
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覚え方のコツ

You hEAR with your EAR. The word 'ear' is actually inside the word 'hear'.

クイックテスト

The music was very loud, so I covered my _____.

正解!

正解は: ears

例文

1

I have a small pain in my right ear today.

everyday

I have a small pain in my right ear today.

2

The physician examined the external ear for signs of infection.

formal

The physician examined the external ear for signs of infection.

3

Stop shouting right in my ear!

informal

Stop shouting right in my ear!

4

The anatomy of the human ear is divided into three main parts.

academic

The anatomy of the human ear is divided into three main parts.

5

He has a good ear for identifying profitable business opportunities.

business

He has a good ear for identifying profitable business opportunities.

語族

名詞
ear
副詞
aurally
形容詞
aural
関連
earring

よく使う組み合わせ

ear ache a pain inside the ear
inner ear the deepest part of the ear
pierced ears ears with holes for jewelry
sharp ear an excellent ability to hear
left ear the ear on the left side of the head

よく使うフレーズ

all ears

listening very carefully

play it by ear

to deal with a situation as it develops

lend an ear

to listen to someone in a kind way

よく混同される語

ear vs year

Year refers to a period of 365 days and starts with a 'y' sound, whereas ear is for hearing.

ear vs hear

Hear is the verb (the action), while ear is the noun (the body part).

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使い方のコツ

The word 'ear' is used both for the physical body part and metaphorically to describe someone's ability to recognize sounds or music.

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よくある間違い

Learners often forget to use the plural 'ears' when talking about both organs, and sometimes struggle with the 'h' in 'hear' versus the silent start of 'ear'.

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覚え方のコツ

You hEAR with your EAR. The word 'ear' is actually inside the word 'hear'.

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語源

Derived from the Old English word 'ēare', which comes from a Germanic origin shared by many European languages.

文法パターン

Countable noun Plural: ears Used with prepositions 'in' or 'on' (e.g., 'earrings on her ears')
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文化的な背景

In many Western cultures, it is common for people to pierce their ears to wear decorative jewelry.

クイックテスト

The music was very loud, so I covered my _____.

正解!

正解は: ears

Healthの関連語

nose

A1

The nose is the part of the face located above the mouth that you use for breathing and smelling. It contains nostrils which allow air to enter the respiratory system.

neck

A1

The part of the body that connects the head to the rest of the body. It supports the weight of the head and allows it to turn and move.

chest

A1

The chest is the upper front part of the human body between the neck and the stomach. It contains important organs like the heart and the lungs.

knee

A1

The joint between the thigh and the lower leg in humans. It is a vital part of the body that allows the leg to bend and supports the body's weight while standing or moving.

heart

A1

The organ in your chest that pumps blood through your body. It is also used to represent the center of your emotions, especially love.

cough

A1

A cough is a sudden, noisy expulsion of air from the lungs that usually happens involuntarily. It is often a symptom of a cold, the flu, or an irritation in the throat.

stomachache

A1

A pain in a person's stomach or the area around it. It is a common symptom often caused by eating too much, poor digestion, or a mild illness.

dizzy

A1

Dizzy describes a feeling where you feel like you are spinning or losing your balance. It often happens when you are sick or if you turn around in circles very quickly.

nausea

A1

Nausea is the feeling of being sick in your stomach and wanting to vomit. It often happens when you are ill, traveling in a car, or after eating bad food.

vomit

A1

Vomit is the food and liquid that comes out of your stomach through your mouth when you are sick. It is the physical substance produced after throwing up.

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