bear
noun / verb/beər/
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bear is a tricky word: it means both “a bear” (animal) and “to endure/carry” (verb). That's why it confuses learners. Irregular: bear → bore → borne.
📖 Meanings
1a bear (animal, noun)
"We saw a bear in the forest." — (animal)
2to endure, stand (verb)
"I can't bear the noise." — (endure)
3to carry, support weight (verb)
"The bridge bears heavy trucks." — (support)
4to keep in mind (bear in mind)
"Bear in mind it's expensive." — (remember)
⚠️ Forms
| Present | Past | Past Participle |
|---|---|---|
| bear | bore | borne |
🔄 Often confused
💬 Phrases
bear in mindbear with mecan't bear
❓ What does “I can't bear the noise” mean?