third-person singular verb
It moves in a different direction, or makes a person, vehicle, or thing move in a different direction.
The car turns left at the light.
She turns into the parking lot.
American English
How to pronounce turns
verb · nounB1Very common word
TERNZ
/tʰɚnz/
One syllable.
Form of turn
Turns can be a plural noun or the third-person singular present form of turn.
It moves in a different direction, or makes a person, vehicle, or thing move in a different direction.
Practice out loudMeanings & examples
third-person singular verb
It moves around a central point, or makes something move around a central point.
She turns the key slowly.
The wheel turns smoothly.
third-person singular verb
It uses a control to start or stop a machine, light, or other device.
He turns off the TV before bed.
She turns on the porch light at dusk.
third-person singular verb
It becomes different in color, condition, or form.
The sky turns orange at sunset.
Milk turns sour in the heat.
Useful expressions
to face or move in the opposite direction
Turn around and look at the sign.
to have a particular result
The repair turned out well.
to refuse an offer or request
She turned down the job.