Pronunciation: /ˈsɛnsɪz/
noun the faculties by which the body perceives an external stimulus; one of the five traditional faculties of sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell
A1 I use my senses to taste, smell, see, hear, and touch.
A2 Our senses help us to experience the world around us.
B1 The five senses are sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell.
B2 She has a heightened sense of smell, which allows her to detect even the faintest scents.
C1 The artist's work appeals to the viewer's senses, evoking strong emotional responses.
C2 Through mindfulness practices, one can learn to sharpen their senses and be more present in the moment.
verb None
A1 I senses the sweet smell of flowers in the garden.
A2 She senses that something is wrong with her friend.
B1 The detective senses a hidden motive behind the crime.
B2 After years of practice, the musician senses the subtle nuances in the music.
C1 The experienced chef senses when a dish is perfectly cooked without even tasting it.
C2 The psychic claims to be able to sense the thoughts and emotions of others.
adjective None
A1 She has sharp senses and can always tell when it's going to rain.
A2 The detective used his keen senses to solve the mystery.
B1 The artist's work appealed to all the senses, with vibrant colors and interesting textures.
B2 The chef's dishes were a feast for the senses, with bold flavors and beautiful presentation.
C1 The writer's descriptive prose engaged all the senses, creating a vivid world for the reader.
C2 The musician's performance was a transcendent experience, touching the audience's deepest senses.
adverb None
A1 She danced gracefully, moving her body with senses of rhythm and coordination.
A2 The chef cooked the dish with senses of taste and smell, ensuring it was perfectly seasoned.
B1 The artist painted the landscape with senses of color and perspective, creating a beautiful masterpiece.
B2 The musician played the piano with senses of touch and hearing, producing a melodic and harmonious sound.
C1 The sommelier expertly paired the wine with senses of taste and aroma, enhancing the dining experience.
C2 The writer crafted the novel with senses of emotion and imagination, captivating readers with vivid descriptions.
pronoun None
A1 My senses tell me that it is going to rain soon.
A2 She trusts her senses when making important decisions.
B1 The artist's work appeals to the viewer's senses of sight and touch.
B2 As she walked through the forest, her senses were heightened, alert to any potential danger.
C1 The chef's culinary creations are a feast for the senses, combining taste, smell, and presentation.
C2 Meditation allows one to explore the depths of their senses, connecting with their inner self on a profound level.
preposition None
A1 I can see the beautiful flowers with my senses.
A2 She could smell the delicious food with her senses.
B1 The artist painted a masterpiece that appealed to all the senses.
B2 The concert was a sensory overload, stimulating all of our senses.
C1 The wine tasting event was a feast for the senses, with a variety of aromas and flavors.
C2 The immersive virtual reality experience engaged all the senses, creating a truly realistic environment.
conjunction None
A1 I can see, hear, and smell with my senses.
A2 She closed her eyes and relied on her other senses to navigate the dark room.
B1 Using all five senses, he experienced the beauty of the garden.
B2 The chef's dishes were a feast for the senses, with vibrant colors and enticing aromas.
C1 The artist's work appealed to the senses, evoking strong emotions and memories.
C2 The symphony was a masterpiece that engaged all the senses, creating a truly immersive experience.
interjection None
A1 Senses! Be careful, the soup is hot.
A2 Senses, can you hear that bird chirping?
B1 Senses, I can smell something burning in the kitchen.
B2 Senses, do you see that beautiful sunset over the ocean?
C1 Senses, I feel a sense of calm wash over me as I listen to the music.
C2 Senses, the taste of the freshly baked bread is exquisite.
article None
A1 My senses tell me that the food is delicious.
A2 She used her senses to navigate through the dark room.
B1 Our senses help us to perceive the world around us.
B2 The artist's painting appeals to all the senses.
C1 The chef's dishes are designed to stimulate all five senses.
C2 The meditation retreat focused on mindfulness of the senses.
formal The five senses are sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell.
informal I trust my senses when it comes to judging people.
slang My spider senses are tingling, something doesn't feel right.
figurative She had a sixth sense that always guided her in making important decisions.
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