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UK/["/baʊns/","/ˈbaʊnsɪz/","/baʊnst/","/ˈbaʊnsɪŋ/"]/US/["/baʊns/","/ˈbaʊnsɪz/","/baʊnst/","/ˈbaʊnsɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Bounce

In simple words: to move up and down or back and forth quickly

Bounce in a sentence

  • The basketball managed to bounce high off the court.
  • She decided to bounce back from her failure and try again.
  • The email bounced because the address was incorrect.
  • He managed to bounce ideas off his colleagues during the meeting.
  • The cat loves to bounce around the room when it's excited.
  • They watched as the children bounce on the trampoline.
  • After some initial setbacks, she was able to bounce back stronger than ever.

How to use Bounce

Use 'bounce' to describe ball-like motion. It’s common in both casual and descriptive contexts. Avoid using it in very formal writing.

Grammar pattern

bounce + object

Memory hint

Think of a ball 'boun-cing' up and down.

Related words

Collocations with Bounce

Synonyms for Bounce

Opposites of Bounce

Common mistakes with Bounce

  • Using 'bounced' incorrectly with non-physical objects, like ideas.
  • Confusing 'bounce' with 'jump' when referring to people.
  • Mispronouncing 'bounce' as 'bunc' or similar.

Compare Bounce with Spring, Jump

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Frequently asked questions about Bounce

What does Bounce mean?

to move up and down or back and forth quickly

What is the definition of Bounce?

if something bounces or you bounce it, it moves quickly away from a surface it has just hit or you make it do this

How do you use Bounce in a sentence?

The basketball managed to bounce high off the court.

Can you give another example of Bounce?

She decided to bounce back from her failure and try again.

What are synonyms for Bounce?

Common alternatives include rebound, spring, vault, jump.

What is the opposite of Bounce?

Opposite meanings include settle, stay, drop.

What words go with Bounce?

It commonly pairs with high, back, off, against, around, down.

What are common mistakes when using Bounce?

Using 'bounced' incorrectly with non-physical objects, like ideas. Confusing 'bounce' with 'jump' when referring to people. Mispronouncing 'bounce' as 'bunc' or similar.

How do you pronounce Bounce?

US: /["/baʊns/","/ˈbaʊnsɪz/","/baʊnst/","/ˈbaʊnsɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/baʊns/","/ˈbaʊnsɪz/","/baʊnst/","/ˈbaʊnsɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Bounce?

Use 'bounce' to describe ball-like motion. It’s common in both casual and descriptive contexts. Avoid using it in very formal writing.

What CEFR level is Bounce?

"Bounce" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.