C1verb 2K

Circulate

🇬🇧 UK //ˈsɜː.kjʊ.leɪt// 🇺🇸 US //ˈsɜr.kjə.leɪt//

Meaning of Circulate

To move or cause to move in a circular or repeated manner.

In simple words: To move around a place or to share information widely.

Circulate in a sentence

• The rumor quickly began to circulate throughout the office.
• Please circulate the report among the team members.
• The air must circulate properly for the system to function.
• News of the event started to circulate on social media.
• They decided to circulate a petition for community changes.

How to use Circulate

Use 'circulate' when referring to spreading information or moving objects. Common in formal contexts. Avoid in casual speech unless referring to money or documents.

Grammar pattern

circulate + object

Memory hint

Think of a circle that continually moves around.

Related words

Collocations with Circulate

• circulate information
• circulate documents
• circulate ideas

Synonyms for Circulate

• disseminate
• broadcast
• spread
• pass
• share

Opposites of Circulate

• stagnate
• remain
• stay

Common mistakes with Circulate

• Confused with 'circulation' as a noun.
• Incorrectly used with 'about' instead of 'around'.
• Omitting the object in certain contexts.

Frequently asked questions about Circulate

What does Circulate mean?

To move around a place or to share information widely.

What is the definition of Circulate?

To move or cause to move in a circular or repeated manner.

How do you use Circulate in a sentence?

The rumor quickly began to circulate throughout the office.

Can you give another example of Circulate?

Please circulate the report among the team members.

What are synonyms for Circulate?

Common alternatives include disseminate, broadcast, spread, pass, share.

What is the opposite of Circulate?

Opposite meanings include stagnate, remain, stay.

What words go with Circulate?

It commonly pairs with circulate information, circulate documents, circulate ideas.

What are common mistakes when using Circulate?

Confused with 'circulation' as a noun. Incorrectly used with 'about' instead of 'around'. Omitting the object in certain contexts.

How do you pronounce Circulate?

US: //ˈsɜr.kjə.leɪt//, UK: //ˈsɜː.kjʊ.leɪt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Circulate?

Use 'circulate' when referring to spreading information or moving objects. Common in formal contexts. Avoid in casual speech unless referring to money or documents.

What CEFR level is Circulate?

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