🇬🇧 Bow meaning: English Vocabulary Flash Card

A bow is a pretty looped knot made from ribbon or string that looks like two round bunny ears with a tail hanging down. People put bows on presents, in hair, on clothes, and on decorations to make them look fancy and special.

I put a bow on my backpack, and suddenly it looked more ready for school than I was.

I gave my dad a coffee mug with a bow on it so he’d feel fancy while spilling it on his shirt.

Mom put such a big bow on my birthday present that I thought the bow WAS the present.

I tried to tie a bow in my shoelaces and invented a new knot called the Instant Tripper.

People have used decorative bows for hundreds of years, but mine still falls apart in about three seconds.

A boy finds a small red bow on the street. He puts the bow on a plain box. His sister sees the box and ties another bow on top. They both step back and smile. The bow on the box, the bow on the ribbon, and a tiny bow in her hair make the plain gift bright. They hug.

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This word is at the B2 level, which means it’s used in more complex conversations and texts. It helps you discuss abstract ideas, express opinions clearly, and engage in discussions on a variety of topics, both personal and professional.

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