A1verb 1K

Believe

🇬🇧 UK /["/bɪˈliːv/","/bɪˈliːvz/","/bɪˈliːvd/","/bɪˈliːvɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/bɪˈliːv/","/bɪˈliːvz/","/bɪˈliːvd/","/bɪˈliːvɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Believe

to feel certain that something is true or that somebody is telling you the truth

In simple words: to think that something is true

Believe in a sentence

• I believe in fairytales.
• Do you believe what he says?
• She believes that anything is possible.
• I can't believe my eyes!
• He always says to just believe in yourself.

How to use Believe

Most often used in statements of faith or trust. Avoid in formal writing when expressing doubt; instead, use 'consider' or 'regard'.

Grammar pattern

believe + object

Memory hint

Think of a 'bee' that 'leaves' when someone shares a truth.

Related words

Collocations with Believe

• deeply
• fervently
• firmly
• cannot
• be hard to
• give somebody to
• can hardly believe something
• can scarcely believe something
• not believe a word of something
• deeply
• fervently
• firmly
• cannot
• be hard to
• give somebody to
• can hardly believe something
• can scarcely believe something
• not believe a word of something
• deeply
• fervently
• firmly
• cannot
• be hard to
• give somebody to
• can hardly believe something
• can scarcely believe something
• not believe a word of something

Synonyms for Believe

• trust
• accept
• regard
• consider
• have faith

Opposites of Believe

• deny
• doubt

Common mistakes with Believe

• Confused with 'believe in' (which means to trust in the existence or value of something).
• Using 'believe' without an object (e.g., 'I believe.' should specify what).
• Mixing 'believe' with 'think' when conveying certainty (they have slight differences).

Frequently asked questions about Believe

What does Believe mean?

to think that something is true

What is the definition of Believe?

to feel certain that something is true or that somebody is telling you the truth

How do you use Believe in a sentence?

I believe in fairytales.

Can you give another example of Believe?

Do you believe what he says?

What are synonyms for Believe?

Common alternatives include trust, accept, regard, consider, have faith.

What is the opposite of Believe?

Opposite meanings include deny, doubt.

What words go with Believe?

It commonly pairs with deeply, fervently, firmly, cannot, be hard to, give somebody to, can hardly believe something, can scarcely believe something, not believe a word of something, deeply, fervently, firmly, cannot, be hard to, give somebody to, can hardly believe something, can scarcely believe something, not believe a word of something, deeply, fervently, firmly, cannot, be hard to, give somebody to, can hardly believe something, can scarcely believe something, not believe a word of something.

What are common mistakes when using Believe?

Confused with 'believe in' (which means to trust in the existence or value of something). Using 'believe' without an object (e.g., 'I believe.' should specify what). Mixing 'believe' with 'think' when conveying certainty (they have slight differences).

How do you pronounce Believe?

US: /["/bɪˈliːv/","/bɪˈliːvz/","/bɪˈliːvd/","/bɪˈliːvɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/bɪˈliːv/","/bɪˈliːvz/","/bɪˈliːvd/","/bɪˈliːvɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Believe?

Most often used in statements of faith or trust. Avoid in formal writing when expressing doubt; instead, use 'consider' or 'regard'.

What CEFR level is Believe?

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