B1nounhealth
US/eɪk/
UK/eɪk/
a pain that is not sharp but continues for a long time
In context
After a day at the computer, I had a dull ache in my back.
Rest and drink plenty of water if you have aches and a fever.
She felt an ache in her chest when she said goodbye to her family.
Words that go with ache
adjective + noun
- dull acheI've had a dull ache in my tooth since yesterday.
- constant acheHe lives with a constant ache in his knee.
noun + noun
- aches and painsOld people often complain of aches and pains in winter.
noun + preposition
- ache inCarrying the baby all day left an ache in my arms.
verb + noun
- feel an acheYou may feel an ache in your muscles after the first workout.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I have ache head.Correct: I have a headache.