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pen

pen

Meaning of pen

ink writing tool

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EN-UK/ˈpɛn/
EN-US/ˈpɛn/
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pen with Russian translation

pen usage examples

🇩🇪DE🇬🇧EN

Can I borrow your pen to sign this form?

🇩🇪DE🇬🇧EN

He lost his favourite pen between the desks after class.

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pen synonyms

Related words worth learning together

rollerball
A pen using liquid ink delivered by a rolling ball; smoother than a typical ballpoint.
marker
A felt- or fiber-tipped pen used for marking; usually bolder than a regular pen.
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🇬🇧en
rollerball

A pen using liquid ink delivered by a rolling ball; smoother than a typical ballpoint.

B1Often

The rollerball glided across the page.

🇬🇧en

A felt- or fiber-tipped pen used for marking; usually bolder than a regular pen.

A1Often

Write your name on the box with a marker.

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pen meaning: what does it mean?

ink writing tool

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pen is pronounced as /ˈpɛn/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

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Can I borrow your pen to sign this form? Translation: Можно одолжить твою ручку, чтобы подписать эту форму?

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