Cool MateMeaning of Claim
In simple words: To say that something is true or to assert something.
Claim in a sentence
- She decided to claim her inheritance after the will was read.
- He tried to claim that he had never been to the meeting.
- The company wants to claim responsibility for the incident.
- You can claim a refund if the product is faulty.
- They claim to be the best in the business, but we have our doubts.
How to use Claim
Use 'claim' when stating something you believe is true. It's appropriate in discussions, debates, and legal contexts. Avoid in casual conversations where less assertive language is preferable.
Grammar pattern
claim + object
Memory hint
Think of a 'claim' like a 'game' where you assert your position.
Related words
Collocations with Claim
Common mistakes with Claim
- Using 'claim' as a noun without context, e.g. 'I have a claim.'
- Confusing 'claim' with 'proclaim' when meaning to declare something publicly.
- Misusing 'claim' with non-specific subjects, e.g. 'He claims that he is best.'
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Claim in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
يدعي
أن تقول إن شيئًا ما صحيح أو أن تؤكد شيئًا.
- Bengaliবাংলা
দাবি করা
কোনো কিছু সত্য বলে দাবি করা বা কোনো কিছু নিশ্চিত করা।
- GermanDeutsch
Behaupten, Anspruch erheben
Etwas als wahr bezeichnen oder etwas behaupten.
- SpanishEspañol
Afirmar, Reclamar, Declarar
Básicamente, es decir que algo es cierto o asegurarlo.
- Persianفارسی
ادعا کردن
گفتن اینکه چیزی درست است یا ادعای چیزی کردن.
- FrenchFrançais
Revendiquer, prétendre
Dire que quelque chose est vrai ou affirmer quelque chose.
- Hindiहिन्दी
दावा करना
किसी बात को सच बताना या किसी बात पर ज़ोर देना।
- ItalianItaliano
Affermare, Rivendicare, Richiedere
Dire che qualcosa è vero o affermare qualcosa.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Reivindicar, alegar, afirmar
Dizer que algo é verdade ou afirmar algo.
- RussianРусский
Заявлять, требовать
Сказать, что что-то правда, или что-то утверждать.
- Urduاردو
دعوی کرنا، حق جتانا
یہ کہنا کہ کوئی بات سچی ہے یا کسی چیز کا دعویٰ کرنا۔
- Chinese中文
声称, 宣称, 索取, 认领
就是说某件事是真的，或者很肯定地讲出来。
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Frequently asked questions about Claim
What does Claim mean?
To say that something is true or to assert something.
What is the definition of Claim?
to say that something is true although it has not been proved and other people may not believe it
How do you use Claim in a sentence?
She decided to claim her inheritance after the will was read.
Can you give another example of Claim?
He tried to claim that he had never been to the meeting.
What are synonyms for Claim?
Common alternatives include assert, declare, maintain, profess, allege.
What is the opposite of Claim?
Opposite meanings include deny, revoke, reject.
What words go with Claim?
It commonly pairs with justifiably, legitimately, rightfully, attempt to, try to, back, be able to, be entitled to, can, on, back, be able to, be entitled to, can, on.
What are common mistakes when using Claim?
Using 'claim' as a noun without context, e.g. 'I have a claim.' Confusing 'claim' with 'proclaim' when meaning to declare something publicly. Misusing 'claim' with non-specific subjects, e.g. 'He claims that he is best.'
How do you pronounce Claim?
US: /["/kleɪm/","/kleɪmz/","/kleɪmd/","/ˈkleɪmɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/kleɪm/","/kleɪmz/","/kleɪmd/","/ˈkleɪmɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Claim?
Use 'claim' when stating something you believe is true. It's appropriate in discussions, debates, and legal contexts. Avoid in casual conversations where less assertive language is preferable.
What CEFR level is Claim?
"Claim" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.