C1noun 1K

Buck

🇬🇧 UK /["/bʌk/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/bʌk/"]/

Meaning of Buck

a US, Australian or New Zealand dollar; a South African rand; an Indian rupee

In simple words: A dollar or to run quickly.

Buck in a sentence

• They cost ten bucks.
• We're talking **big bucks** *(= a lot of money)* here.
• a herd of buck
• It was my decision. **The buck stops here** *(= nobody else can be blamed)*.
• I was tempted to **pass the buck** *(= make somebody else responsible)*.
• Wow, you look like a million dollars.
• This is a long-term project. We are not out to make a quick buck.

How to use Buck

Use 'buck' informally when referring to money. In a different context, 'buck' can also mean to jump or run quickly, commonly used in phrases like 'buck the trend.' Avoid using in very formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun/verb

Memory hint

Imagine a dollar bill with a big buck deer on it – it sounds like 'buck'!

Related words

Collocations with Buck

• buck the trend
• bucked up
• a buck short
• give a buck
• spend a buck

Synonyms for Buck

• dollar
• cash
• money
• currency
• funds

Opposites of Buck

• penny
• cent

Common mistakes with Buck

• Confused with 'bucket' when referring to money.
• Using 'buck' in very formal contexts where 'dollar' is more appropriate.
• Mixing up the verb form with its noun form.

Frequently asked questions about Buck

What does Buck mean?

A dollar or to run quickly.

What is the definition of Buck?

a US, Australian or New Zealand dollar; a South African rand; an Indian rupee

How do you use Buck in a sentence?

They cost ten bucks.

Can you give another example of Buck?

We're talking **big bucks** *(= a lot of money)* here.

What are synonyms for Buck?

Common alternatives include dollar, cash, money, currency, funds.

What is the opposite of Buck?

Opposite meanings include penny, cent.

What words go with Buck?

It commonly pairs with buck the trend, bucked up, a buck short, give a buck, spend a buck.

What are common mistakes when using Buck?

Confused with 'bucket' when referring to money. Using 'buck' in very formal contexts where 'dollar' is more appropriate. Mixing up the verb form with its noun form.

How do you pronounce Buck?

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

When should I use Buck?

Use 'buck' informally when referring to money. In a different context, 'buck' can also mean to jump or run quickly, commonly used in phrases like 'buck the trend.' Avoid using in very formal writing.

What CEFR level is Buck?

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