A1verb 1K

Check

🇬🇧 UK /["/tʃek/","/tʃeks/","/tʃekt/","/ˈtʃekɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/tʃek/","/tʃeks/","/tʃekt/","/ˈtʃekɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Check

to examine something to see if it is correct, safe or acceptable

In simple words: To look at something to see if it's correct or okay.

Check in a sentence

• Please check your answers before submitting the test.
• I need to check my schedule before I can confirm the meeting.
• Can you check if the door is locked?
• They decided to check the list for any missing items.
• The teacher will check our homework tomorrow.
• He needs to check in at the front desk upon arrival.
• Make sure to check out the latest offers in the store.
• She will check her emails later today.

How to use Check

Used in various contexts such as checking information, verifying facts, or inspecting items. Avoid using in very formal writing; instead, opt for 'verify' or 'inspect.'

Grammar pattern

check + object

Memory hint

Sounds like 'check your bag' — imagine looking inside your bag before leaving.

Related words

Collocations with Check

• always
• daily
• periodically
• had better
• must
• need to
• against
• for
• with
• be worth checking
• check to see if
• check to see whether
• always
• daily
• periodically
• had better
• must
• need to
• against
• for
• with
• be worth checking
• check to see if
• check to see whether
• simply
• mentally
• off

Synonyms for Check

• verify
• inspect
• review
• examine
• confirm

Opposites of Check

• ignore
• disregard

Common mistakes with Check

• Confused with 'cheque' in British English.
• Using 'check' as a noun without proper context.
• Incorrectly conjugating 'check' in the past tense.

Frequently asked questions about Check

What does Check mean?

To look at something to see if it's correct or okay.

What is the definition of Check?

to examine something to see if it is correct, safe or acceptable

How do you use Check in a sentence?

Please check your answers before submitting the test.

Can you give another example of Check?

I need to check my schedule before I can confirm the meeting.

What are synonyms for Check?

Common alternatives include verify, inspect, review, examine, confirm.

What is the opposite of Check?

Opposite meanings include ignore, disregard.

What words go with Check?

It commonly pairs with always, daily, periodically, had better, must, need to, against, for, with, be worth checking, check to see if, check to see whether, always, daily, periodically, had better, must, need to, against, for, with, be worth checking, check to see if, check to see whether, simply, mentally, off.

What are common mistakes when using Check?

Confused with 'cheque' in British English. Using 'check' as a noun without proper context. Incorrectly conjugating 'check' in the past tense.

How do you pronounce Check?

US: /["/tʃek/","/tʃeks/","/tʃekt/","/ˈtʃekɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/tʃek/","/tʃeks/","/tʃekt/","/ˈtʃekɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Check?

Used in various contexts such as checking information, verifying facts, or inspecting items. Avoid using in very formal writing; instead, opt for 'verify' or 'inspect.'

What CEFR level is Check?

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