CEFR A2

beat

verb

Meaning

To strike something repeatedly, often with a regular rhythm. Also, to defeat someone in a game or competition.

Examples

The drum beat loudly in the night.
She beat him at chess.

Synonyms: hit, strike, defeat, vanquish

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beat (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /biːt/

Definition

To strike something repeatedly, often with a regular rhythm. Also, to defeat someone in a game or competition.

Examples

The drum beat loudly in the night.
She beat him at chess.
The heart can beat very fast when you are scared.

How to Use beat

beat someone at something (prepositional phrase): To win against someone in a specific game or competition. — "She beat him at tennis."
beat something (verb): To strike something repeatedly. — "The heart beats faster when you run."
beat something (verb): To mix ingredients. — "Beat the eggs well."

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