amends
Amends (noun) means something done to make up for harm or wrongdoing. Example: “He brought flowers as a way of making amends for missing her birthday.”
How to use amends
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTo make amends is to do something to fix a wrong you've caused.
Fill the gap
Can you complete this real example?
He brought flowers as a way of making _____ for missing her birthday.
Etymology
From Old French amendes, "fines" or "reparations," from the same root as "amend."
Frequently asked questions
What does “amends” mean?
The word “amends” means something done to make up for harm or wrongdoing. In plain terms, to make amends is to do something to fix a wrong you've caused.
How do you pronounce “amends”?
“Amends” is pronounced uh-MEHNDZ (/əˈmɛndz/ in IPA).
How do you use “amends” in a sentence?
Here is “amends” used in a sentence: “He brought flowers as a way of making amends for missing her birthday.”
What part of speech is “amends”?
“Amends” is a noun.
Where does the word “amends” come from?
The word “amends” comes from Old French. From Old French amendes, "fines" or "reparations," from the same root as "amend.".
Is “amends” a common word?
“Amends” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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