feel

/ˈfiːl/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Also seen as: feels · feeling

Sense 1

Meaning · English

To use or experience the sense of touch. — To become aware of through the skin; to use the sense of touch on.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Sử dụng hoặc trải nghiệm cảm giác chạm; nhận thức thông qua da

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Verb

Examples

You can feel a heartbeat if you put your fingers on your breast.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

To use or experience the sense of touch. — To find one's way (literally or figuratively) by touching or using cautious movements.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Sử dụng hoặc trải nghiệm cảm giác chạm

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Verb

Examples

I felt my way through the darkened room.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 3

Meaning · English

A perception experienced mainly or solely through the sense of touch.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Cảm giác nhận được chủ yếu qua chạm

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Noun

Examples

Bark has a rough feel.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 4

Meaning · English

A vague mental impression.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Ấn tượng tâm lý mơ hồ

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Noun

Examples

You should get a feel for the area before moving in.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “feel” mean?

To use or experience the sense of touch. — To become aware of through the skin; to use the sense of touch on.

Is “feel” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.