sharpen

verb

To make something sharp, like a pencil or a knife.
To become sharp, like when a pencil point gets pointy.

Synonym

hone
whet

Antonym

blunt
blur

Sentences

I will sharpen my pencil before the test.
You can sharpen a knife to make it cut better.
We need to sharpen the scissors for the art class.
He used a sharpener to sharpen his colored pencils.
Sharpening the tools makes them work well.

Word Explanation:

Sharpen means to make something sharper or pointier. For example, when you use a sharpener on a pencil, it takes off the wood and makes the tip sharp so it can write clearly.

Word in hindi

शार्पन

sharpen

Other variations in hindi

तेज करना tez karna
नुकीला करना nukila karna

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'sharpen' mean?

To sharpen means to make something sharp or to improve it, like making a pencil pointy or making a skill better.

How do you pronounce 'sharpen'?

You say 'sharpen' like this: shar-pun.

What is the origin of the word 'sharpen'?

The word 'sharpen' comes from the Old English word 'scearpian', which means to make sharp.

What is the meaning of 'sharpen' in Hindi?

The word 'sharpen' in Hindi is 'तेज करना' (Tez Karna).

Fact & Proverb:

Fact

Did you know that sharpening a pencil makes it easier to write? A sharp pencil can help you draw and create better!

Proverb

A sharp mind is like a sharp tool; it helps you solve problems better!

Quote

"The sharper the pencil, the better the drawing." - Unknown

Mini blog:

The Magic of Sharpening Pencils!

Have you ever tried to sharpen a pencil? It’s like giving your pencil a little haircut! ✂️

When you sharpen it, the pencil gets a nice pointy tip, ready to write or draw. Just like how we need to eat healthy food to grow strong, pencils need to be sharpened to work well.

So, next time you see a dull pencil, grab a sharpener and give it a spin! 🔄

Watch as it transforms into a super tool for your creative adventures. 🎨

Remember, a sharp pencil can help you create amazing stories and pictures! 📖🖌️