Meaning of Cap
a type of soft flat hat with a peak (= a hard curved part sticking out in front). Caps are worn especially by men and boys, often as part of a uniform
In simple words: A type of hat that fits closely to the head.
Cap in a sentence
- He wore a red cap to shield his eyes from the sun.
- The team celebrated their victory by wearing their championship cap.
- Make sure to put a cap on the bottle after pouring the juice.
- The budget cap for the project was set at $500,000.
- Can you be more specific about the cap you are referring to?
How to use Cap
Use 'cap' in everyday conversation to refer to a hat, especially those with a brim. More formal terms like 'hat' may be used in writing. 'Cap' is often used in sports contexts.
Grammar pattern
cap + object
Memory hint
Think of a cap that fits tightly, like a tightly sealed bottle cap.
Related words
Collocations with Cap
Synonyms for Cap
- crown (10)
Opposites of Cap
- hatless
- bareheaded
Common mistakes with Cap
- 'Cap' confused with 'cape' (a type of clothing).
- 'Cap' used incorrectly as a verb without proper context.
- Using 'caps' for only one item instead of the singular 'cap'.
Cap appears in
Cap in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
قبعة
نوع من القبعات التي تناسب الرأس بشكل محكم.
- Bengaliবাংলা
টুপি
এক ধরণের টুপি যা মাথার সাথে ভালোভাবে ফিট করে।
- GermanDeutsch
Kappe, Mütze, Deckel, Verschluss, Obergrenze
Eine Art Hut, der eng am Kopf anliegt.
- SpanishEspañol
Gorra, tapa
Un tipo de sombrero que se ajusta bien a la cabeza.
- Persianفارسی
کلاه لبهدار، درپوش
یه نوع کلاه که روی سر میافشند یا درپوش بطری.
- FrenchFrançais
Casquette, Bouchon, Plafond
Un type de chapeau qui épouse la forme de la tête.
- Hindiहिन्दी
कैप, टोपी
एक प्रकार की टोपी जो सिर पर कसकर फिट होती है।
- ItalianItaliano
Cappello, Tappo, Limite
Un tipo di cappello che si adatta bene alla testa.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Boné, Tampa
Um tipo de chapéu que se ajusta bem à cabeça.
- RussianРусский
Кепка, колпачок, крышка, ограничение
Тип головного убора, плотно прилегающий к голове.
- Urduاردو
کیپ، ٹوپی
ایک قسم کی ٹوپی جو سر پر فٹ آتی ہے۔
- Chinese中文
帽子
一种紧贴头部的帽子。
More words like Cap
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- AbilityA2
the fact that somebody/something is able to do something
- AbleA2
having the skill, intelligence, opportunity, etc. needed to do something
- AbroadA2
In or to a country that is not one's own.
- AbsoluteB2
total and complete
- AbsolutelyB1
used to emphasize that something is completely true
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Frequently asked questions about Cap
What does Cap mean?
A type of hat that fits closely to the head.
What is the definition of Cap?
a type of soft flat hat with a peak (= a hard curved part sticking out in front). Caps are worn especially by men and boys, often as part of a uniform
How do you use Cap in a sentence?
He wore a red cap to shield his eyes from the sun.
Can you give another example of Cap?
The team celebrated their victory by wearing their championship cap.
What are synonyms for Cap?
Common alternatives include crown (10).
What is the opposite of Cap?
Opposite meanings include hatless, bareheaded.
What words go with Cap?
It commonly pairs with school, shower, skull, doff, tip, badge, school, shower, skull, doff, tip, badge, bottle, hub, lens, put on, screw on, remove.
What are common mistakes when using Cap?
'Cap' confused with 'cape' (a type of clothing). 'Cap' used incorrectly as a verb without proper context. Using 'caps' for only one item instead of the singular 'cap'.
How do you pronounce Cap?
US: /["/kæp/"]/, UK: /["/kæp/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Cap?
Use 'cap' in everyday conversation to refer to a hat, especially those with a brim. More formal terms like 'hat' may be used in writing. 'Cap' is often used in sports contexts.
What CEFR level is Cap?
"Cap" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.








