2025年1月1日水曜日

how to use mean in English

 The word "mean" has several meanings in English:

1. As an adjective:

  • Unkind or unpleasant:

    • "He's such a mean person, always trying to hurt others."
    • "That was a mean thing to say."
  • Not generous or willing to spend money:

    • "She's too mean to buy a round of drinks."
    • "He's very mean with his money."

2. As a noun:

  • The average value of a set of numbers:
    • "The mean temperature for July was 80 degrees."
    • "Calculate the mean of these numbers."

3. As a verb:

  • To intend or express:
    • "What does this word mean?"
    • "I didn't mean to hurt your feelings."

4. As an interjection:

  • Used to emphasize a point or correct oneself:
    • "I mean, really, how could you forget?"
    • "No, I mean the red one, not the blue one."

I hope this helps!

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