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UK/["/ˈberi/","/ˈberiz/","/ˈberid/","/ˈberiɪŋ/"]/US/["/ˈberi/","/ˈberiz/","/ˈberid/","/ˈberiɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Bury

In simple words: To put something in the ground and cover it with soil.

Bury in a sentence

  • She decided to bury the time capsule in her backyard.
  • During the funeral, they planned to bury their beloved pet in the garden.
  • He tried to bury his feelings about the breakup, but it was hard.
  • After the argument, she felt the need to bury the hatchet and make peace.
  • The archaeologists worked to carefully bury the ancient artifacts to preserve them.

How to use Bury

Use 'bury' when referring to interring something, like a body or treasure, underground. Avoid in formal contexts when discussing burial rights or graves.

Grammar pattern

bury + object

Memory hint

Sounds like 'very' — imagine burying something very precious underground.

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Synonyms for Bury

Opposites of Bury

Common mistakes with Bury

  • Confused with 'barry', a name.
  • Using 'bury' with an item that's not meant to be hidden.
  • Saying 'burying' when referring to something that isn’t actually covered.

Compare Bury with Cover, Hide

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Frequently asked questions about Bury

What does Bury mean?

To put something in the ground and cover it with soil.

What is the definition of Bury?

to place a dead body in the ground

How do you use Bury in a sentence?

She decided to bury the time capsule in her backyard.

Can you give another example of Bury?

During the funeral, they planned to bury their beloved pet in the garden.

What are synonyms for Bury?

Common alternatives include inter, entomb, inclose, cover, hide.

What is the opposite of Bury?

Opposite meanings include unearth, dig up.

What words go with Bury?

It commonly pairs with be dead and buried, bury somebody alive, lie buried, deep, underground, completely, partially, be buried alive, buried beneath something, buried under something, completely, partially, be buried alive, buried beneath something, buried under something, deep, deeply.

What are common mistakes when using Bury?

Confused with 'barry', a name. Using 'bury' with an item that's not meant to be hidden. Saying 'burying' when referring to something that isn’t actually covered.

How do you pronounce Bury?

US: /["/ˈberi/","/ˈberiz/","/ˈberid/","/ˈberiɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ˈberi/","/ˈberiz/","/ˈberid/","/ˈberiɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Bury?

Use 'bury' when referring to interring something, like a body or treasure, underground. Avoid in formal contexts when discussing burial rights or graves.

What CEFR level is Bury?

"Bury" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.