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Scars

🇬🇧 UK //skɑːrz// 🇺🇸 US //skɑrz//

Meaning of Scars

Marks left on the skin after a cut or injury has healed.

In simple words: Marks left on skin after a wound heals.

Scars in a sentence

• She has scars on her arms from childhood accidents.
• His scars tell the story of his brave battles.
• After the surgery, the doctor explained how the scars would fade over time.
• He admired the scars that remained from his adventurous life.
• Emotional scars can be just as profound as physical ones.

How to use Scars

Use 'scars' in neutral conversations about healing or personal experiences. Avoid in overly formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

countable noun

Memory hint

Think of 'scars' as 'stories on your skin' - each scar tells a tale.

Related words

Collocations with Scars

• surgical scars
• scars from injury
• visible scars
• scars of war
• fading scars

Synonyms for Scars

• blemish
• mark
• imperfection
• wound
• injury

Opposites of Scars

• heals
• smoothness
• perfection

Common mistakes with Scars

• Confused with 'scare' - these words have different meanings.
• Used incorrectly in plural form when referring to a single mark.
• Forget to use 'on' when specifying 'scars on skin'.

Frequently asked questions about Scars

What does Scars mean?

Marks left on skin after a wound heals.

What is the definition of Scars?

Marks left on the skin after a cut or injury has healed.

How do you use Scars in a sentence?

She has scars on her arms from childhood accidents.

Can you give another example of Scars?

His scars tell the story of his brave battles.

What are synonyms for Scars?

Common alternatives include blemish, mark, imperfection, wound, injury.

What is the opposite of Scars?

Opposite meanings include heals, smoothness, perfection.

What words go with Scars?

It commonly pairs with surgical scars, scars from injury, visible scars, scars of war, fading scars.

What are common mistakes when using Scars?

Confused with 'scare' - these words have different meanings. Used incorrectly in plural form when referring to a single mark. Forget to use 'on' when specifying 'scars on skin'.

How do you pronounce Scars?

US: //skɑrz//, UK: //skɑːrz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Scars?

Use 'scars' in neutral conversations about healing or personal experiences. Avoid in overly formal contexts.