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Fun

UK /["/fʌn/"]/US /["/fʌn/"]/

Definition

the feeling of enjoying yourself; activities that you enjoy

In simple words: Something enjoyable or entertaining.

Examples

We had so much fun at the amusement park.
It was a fun game that everyone enjoyed.
The party was really fun; we danced all night.
She has a fun sense of humor that makes everyone laugh.
Let's go to the beach; it's always fun there!

Usage notes

Use 'fun' in casual conversations to describe enjoyable activities or experiences. Avoid using it in very formal writing or speeches.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Sounds like 'fun' — imagine a child laughing while playing.

Collocations

enormous
excellent
good
be
become
get
day
for fun
in fun
fun for
be no fun
a bit of fun
full of fun
enormous
excellent
good
be
become
get
day
for fun
in fun
fun for
be no fun
a bit of fun
full of fun

Synonyms

ridicule

Antonyms

boredom
seriousness

Common mistakes

'Funner' is not a standard comparative form; use 'more fun' instead.
Confused with 'funny'; 'fun' is about enjoyment, while 'funny' refers to humor.
Using 'fun' as a noun: correct as in 'It was a lot of fun,' but avoid saying 'We had funs.'