/fiːl/

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Meaning

To be happy, sad, cold or tired inside you; to touch something with your hand.

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Word origin

From Old English felan, meaning to touch or perceive, shared with other old Germanic languages.

Origin
Old English
Root
felan

Grammar

Verb typeirregular (feel, feels, felt)

Irregular verb. A full conjugation table for irregular verbs is coming soon. For now, use a reference like Wordreference or RAE.

Examples

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I am happy today.

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She is cold in this room.

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He was tired after the long walk.

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This word is taught in chapter 2, lesson 3: feel, help, wait and 6 more words.