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UK//sɔːr ˈmʌslz//US//sɔr ˈmʌslz//

Meaning of Sore muscles

Muscle discomfort or pain felt after physical activity.

In simple words: Achy or painful muscles after exercise or effort.

Sore muscles in a sentence

  • After the marathon, I had really sore muscles.
  • I always feel sore muscles the day after intense training.
  • Sore muscles can make it hard to walk the next day.
  • She rubbed her sore muscles with a balm for relief.
  • The workout left me with sore muscles all over my body.

How to use Sore muscles

Used commonly in both spoken and written contexts, especially in fitness. Avoid in very formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

sore + plural noun

Memory hint

Think of 'sore' as a sore spot that hurts after a workout.

Related words

Collocations with Sore muscles

  • extremely sore muscles
  • relieve sore muscles
  • treat sore muscles

Synonyms for Sore muscles

  • achy muscles
  • tired muscles
  • pulled muscles
  • strained muscles

Common mistakes with Sore muscles

  • Confusing 'sore muscles' with general tiredness.
  • 'Sore muscle' used incorrectly for a single muscle.
  • Using 'sore' instead of 'painful' in formal writing.

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Frequently asked questions about Sore muscles

What does Sore muscles mean?

Achy or painful muscles after exercise or effort.

What is the definition of Sore muscles?

Muscle discomfort or pain felt after physical activity.

How do you use Sore muscles in a sentence?

After the marathon, I had really sore muscles.

Can you give another example of Sore muscles?

I always feel sore muscles the day after intense training.

What are synonyms for Sore muscles?

Common alternatives include achy muscles, tired muscles, pulled muscles, strained muscles.

What words go with Sore muscles?

It commonly pairs with extremely sore muscles, relieve sore muscles, treat sore muscles.

What are common mistakes when using Sore muscles?

Confusing 'sore muscles' with general tiredness. 'Sore muscle' used incorrectly for a single muscle. Using 'sore' instead of 'painful' in formal writing.

How do you pronounce Sore muscles?

US: //sɔr ˈmʌslz//, UK: //sɔːr ˈmʌslz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Sore muscles?

Used commonly in both spoken and written contexts, especially in fitness. Avoid in very formal contexts.