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Hurting

🇬🇧 UK //ˈhɜːtɪŋ// 🇺🇸 US //ˈhɜːrtɪŋ//

Meaning of Hurting

Causing physical or emotional pain or discomfort.

In simple words: causing pain or feeling bad

Hurting in a sentence

• My injury is still
• She is emotionally
• His remarks were

How to use Hurting

Used to describe physical or emotional pain. Not appropriate in formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

hurting + object

Memory hint

Think of 'hurt' with a 'ing' at the end — it's like a pain that's still going on.

Related words

Collocations with Hurting

• hurting feelings
• hurting someone
• hurting inside

Synonyms for Hurting

• painful
• aching
• sore
• distressing
• agonizing

Opposites of Hurting

• healing
• comforting

Common mistakes with Hurting

• Confusing 'hurt' with 'hurting' - hurting is the ongoing action.
• Using 'hurting' as a noun rather than a verb.
• Incorrectly using 'hurting' in passive voice.

Frequently asked questions about Hurting

What does Hurting mean?

causing pain or feeling bad

What is the definition of Hurting?

Causing physical or emotional pain or discomfort.

How do you use Hurting in a sentence?

My injury is still

Can you give another example of Hurting?

She is emotionally

What are synonyms for Hurting?

Common alternatives include painful, aching, sore, distressing, agonizing.

What is the opposite of Hurting?

Opposite meanings include healing, comforting.

What words go with Hurting?

It commonly pairs with hurting feelings, hurting someone, hurting inside.

What are common mistakes when using Hurting?

Confusing 'hurt' with 'hurting' - hurting is the ongoing action. Using 'hurting' as a noun rather than a verb. Incorrectly using 'hurting' in passive voice.

How do you pronounce Hurting?

US: //ˈhɜːrtɪŋ//, UK: //ˈhɜːtɪŋ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Hurting?

Used to describe physical or emotional pain. Not appropriate in formal contexts.