English Expression · Intermediate
gear shift
That part of a gearbox involved in changing gear, including the lever and the forks attached to it
Pronunciation: say gear shift
Meaning
That part of a gearbox involved in changing gear, including the lever and the forks attached to it.
Example
The driver moved the gear shift into second gear to navigate the steep incline.
The driver moved the gear shift into second gear to navigate the steep incline.
Practice tips
- Practice gear shift out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.