B2adjective 2K

Annual

🇬🇧 UK //ˈæn.ju.əl// 🇺🇸 US //ˈæn.ju.əl//

Meaning of Annual

Occurring once every year.

In simple words: Something that happens every year.

Annual in a sentence

• The company holds an annual meeting to review its performance.
• She plans an annual trip with her family during the summer.
• The annual report is essential for investors.
• They organize an annual charity run to raise funds.
• Many people look forward to the annual holiday celebrations.

How to use Annual

Use 'annual' to describe events or processes that are repeated once a year. It's appropriate in both formal and informal contexts, especially in scheduling and planning.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'annual' as 'a year' in it, like an annual event.

Related words

Collocations with Annual

• annual event
• annual report
• annual meeting

Synonyms for Annual

• yearly
• once-a-year
• perennial

Opposites of Annual

• occasional
• irregular
• infrequent

Common mistakes with Annual

• Confusing with 'biannual', which means twice a year.
• Using 'annual' for events that occur less frequently.
• Misplacing 'annual' in a sentence, making it unclear what it describes.

Frequently asked questions about Annual

What does Annual mean?

Something that happens every year.

What is the definition of Annual?

Occurring once every year.

How do you use Annual in a sentence?

The company holds an annual meeting to review its performance.

Can you give another example of Annual?

She plans an annual trip with her family during the summer.

What are synonyms for Annual?

Common alternatives include yearly, once-a-year, perennial.

What is the opposite of Annual?

Opposite meanings include occasional, irregular, infrequent.

What words go with Annual?

It commonly pairs with annual event, annual report, annual meeting.

What are common mistakes when using Annual?

Confusing with 'biannual', which means twice a year. Using 'annual' for events that occur less frequently. Misplacing 'annual' in a sentence, making it unclear what it describes.

How do you pronounce Annual?

US: //ˈæn.ju.əl//, UK: //ˈæn.ju.əl//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Annual?

Use 'annual' to describe events or processes that are repeated once a year. It's appropriate in both formal and informal contexts, especially in scheduling and planning.

What CEFR level is Annual?

"Annual" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.