English

slice

slaɪs
Meaning: to cut something into flat pieces
Part of Speech: Verb

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Verb inflections

Form Inflected form
Base slice
3rd person singular present slices
Present participle slicing
Past sliced
Will future will slice
Going-to future going to slice
Imperative negative don't slice / do not slice

Example sentences

He sliced the bread into thin pieces.
He sliced the bread into thin pieces.
She sliced a fresh loaf of bread for sandwiches.
She sliced a fresh loaf of bread for sandwiches.
Slice the onion lengthwise into thin strips.
Slice the onion lengthwise into thin strips.

Usage Notes

Usually refers to cutting food like bread, meat, or vegetables into flat portions. Can also be used figuratively for reducing amounts or moving quickly through something.

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