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Difference Between Bare and Bear

Cay Agaci
Cay Agaci
Difference Between Bare and Bear
My friend texted me, "I can't bare this heat anymore," and it sounded off to me. I decided to ask you whether "bare" was correct in that context or if it should be "bear." How both words are used.
Cay_Agaci
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Last update: 1 week ago
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Kate N
Kate N
Kate N - Tutor account
Near Native Speaker
Philippines

Hello! You're right! The correct word here is "bear", not "bare."

  • "Bear" means to tolerate or endure something, like in your friend's sentence: "I can't bear this heat anymore."
  • "Bare" means without covering or naked, like in "bare feet" or "bare skin."

So, in this case, the correct sentence is: "I can't bear this heat anymore." 

Hope that helps!

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