Meaning of Pulse
In simple words: The regular beat of your heart or a feeling that is similar to that.
Pulse in a sentence
- The doctor checked the patient’s pulse to monitor their heart rate.
- A strong pulse can indicate good cardiovascular health.
- The pulse of the city could be felt in its vibrant nightlife and constant activity.
- Musicians often rely on the pulse of the music to keep time during a performance.
- Engineers measured the electrical pulse to diagnose the circuit’s behavior.
How to use Pulse
Used primarily in medical contexts or discussions about health. Can also refer to any rhythmic sensation or feeling. Avoid using in very formal writing unless discussing specific medical topics.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of a drummer keeping the 'pulse' in a song. It keeps everyone in rhythm.
Related words
Opposites of Pulse
- stillness
- inactivity
Common mistakes with Pulse
- Confused with 'pulsate', which is a verb.
- Using it incorrectly as a verb instead of a noun.
- Mixing it up with 'throb', which has a different nuance.
Pulse appears in
Pulse in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
نبض
النبضة المنتظمة لقلبك أو شعور يشبهها.
- Bengaliবাংলা
নাড়ী, স্পন্দন
আপনার হৃদয়ের নিয়মিত স্পন্দন বা এর মতো অনুভূতি।
- GermanDeutsch
Puls
Der regelmäßige Schlag deines Herzens oder ein Gefühl, das dem ähnlich ist.
- SpanishEspañol
Pulso
El latido regular de tu corazón o una sensación que se le parece.
- Persianفارسی
نبض
ضربان منظم قلبت یا حسی شبیه به آن.
- FrenchFrançais
Pouls
Le battement régulier de ton cœur ou une sensation qui y ressemble.
- Hindiहिन्दी
नाड़ी
आपके दिल की नियमित धड़कन या उससे मिलती-जुलती कोई भावना।
- ItalianItaliano
Pulsazione
Il battito regolare del tuo cuore o una sensazione simile.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Pulso
A batida regular do seu coração ou uma sensação parecida com essa.
- RussianРусский
Пульс
Регулярное биение твоего сердца или ощущение, похожее на него.
- Urduاردو
نبض
آپ کے دل کی باقاعدہ دھڑکن یا اس جیسی کوئی احساس۔
- Chinese中文
脉搏, 脉冲
你心脏的规律跳动,或者一种类似的感觉。
More words like Pulse
- Beat
- Rhythm
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the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
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Frequently asked questions about Pulse
What does Pulse mean?
The regular beat of your heart or a feeling that is similar to that.
What is the definition of Pulse?
the regular beat of the heart as it sends blood around the body, that can be felt in different places, especially on the inside part of the wrist; the number of times the heart beats in a minute
How do you use Pulse in a sentence?
The doctor checked the patient’s pulse to monitor their heart rate.
Can you give another example of Pulse?
A strong pulse can indicate good cardiovascular health.
What are synonyms for Pulse?
Common alternatives include beat, throb, heartbeat, rhythm, drumbeat.
What is the opposite of Pulse?
Opposite meanings include stillness, inactivity.
What words go with Pulse?
It commonly pairs with fast, racing, rapid, check, feel, take, beat, quicken, race, rate.
What are common mistakes when using Pulse?
Confused with 'pulsate', which is a verb. Using it incorrectly as a verb instead of a noun. Mixing it up with 'throb', which has a different nuance.
How do you pronounce Pulse?
US: /["/pʌls/"]/, UK: /["/pʌls/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Pulse?
Used primarily in medical contexts or discussions about health. Can also refer to any rhythmic sensation or feeling. Avoid using in very formal writing unless discussing specific medical topics.
What CEFR level is Pulse?
"Pulse" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.





