dear

/dɪr/ exclamation A2 Neutral

Daily Life

Meaning

"Dear" is used to show that you care about someone or something.

💡 Use "dear" at the beginning of letters or when speaking to someone you like.

Example Sentences

Dear , I forgot my book at home today .

Dear , I forgot my keys at home again !

Word in Context

Lara is in the kitchen and she is ready to go shopping . She looks in her bag but she can't find her shopping list . Oh dear , I forgot my list . She decides to write a new list and then she will go out .

Common Phrases

Dear friend Dear mom

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