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Band

🇬🇧 UK /["/bænd/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/bænd/"]/

Meaning of Band

a small group of musicians who play popular music together, often with a singer or singers

In simple words: A group of musicians who play together.

Band in a sentence

• The band played an amazing concert last night.
• She joined a new band to perform at local events.
• Please put a band around the box to keep it closed.
• He wore a rubber band on his wrist as a reminder.
• The blue band on the flag represents loyalty.

How to use Band

Use 'band' when referring to musical groups, especially in a casual context. Avoid using it for formal orchestras or classical ensembles.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'band' of musicians playing together, like a 'band-aid' helps fix things.

Related words

Collocations with Band

• big
• brass
• string
• form
• start
• join
• perform (something)
• play (something)
• strike up
• leader
• member
• practice
• in a/​the band
• with a/​the band
• a member of the band
• big
• brass
• string
• form
• start
• join
• perform (something)
• play (something)
• strike up
• leader
• member
• practice
• in a/​the band
• with a/​the band
• a member of the band
• select
• small
• dwindling
• join
• band of
• age
• price
• tax
• be in
• fall into

Synonyms for Band

• group
• ensemble
• quartet
• trio
• troupe

Opposites of Band

• solo
• individual

Common mistakes with Band

• Confusing 'band' with 'orchestra' when talking about professional music groups.
• Using 'band' to refer only to small groups, not realizing it can apply to larger ones too.
• Saying 'the band is' instead of 'the band are' in some dialects.

Frequently asked questions about Band

What does Band mean?

A group of musicians who play together.

What is the definition of Band?

a small group of musicians who play popular music together, often with a singer or singers

How do you use Band in a sentence?

The band played an amazing concert last night.

Can you give another example of Band?

She joined a new band to perform at local events.

What are synonyms for Band?

Common alternatives include group, ensemble, quartet, trio, troupe.

What is the opposite of Band?

Opposite meanings include solo, individual.

What words go with Band?

It commonly pairs with big, brass, string, form, start, join, perform (something), play (something), strike up, leader, member, practice, in a/​the band, with a/​the band, a member of the band, big, brass, string, form, start, join, perform (something), play (something), strike up, leader, member, practice, in a/​the band, with a/​the band, a member of the band, select, small, dwindling, join, band of, age, price, tax, be in, fall into.

What are common mistakes when using Band?

Confusing 'band' with 'orchestra' when talking about professional music groups. Using 'band' to refer only to small groups, not realizing it can apply to larger ones too. Saying 'the band is' instead of 'the band are' in some dialects.

How do you pronounce Band?

US: /["/bænd/"]/, UK: /["/bænd/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Band?

Use 'band' when referring to musical groups, especially in a casual context. Avoid using it for formal orchestras or classical ensembles.

What CEFR level is Band?

"Band" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.