B2noun 3K

Clip

🇬🇧 UK /["/klɪp/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/klɪp/"]/

Meaning of Clip

a short part of a film that is shown separately

In simple words: A small piece cut from something.

Clip in a sentence

• I used a plastic clip to hold my papers together.
• You can attach a clip to your backpack for easy access.
• The gardener decided to clip the roses for a better bloom.
• She managed to clip the errant branches before they caused any damage.
• Did you remember to clip the coupons before going shopping?
• He watched a short video clip from the upcoming movie.
• The artist showed a clip of her latest work during the presentation.

How to use Clip

Use 'clip' to refer to cutting things or attachments. It's more common in practical contexts, but avoid using it for formal writing.

Grammar pattern

clip + object

Memory hint

Think of 'clip' like a paper clip holding papers together.

Related words

Collocations with Clip

• brief
• short
• film
• see
• view
• watch
• in a/​the clip
• clip from
• bicycle
• hair
• nose
• attach
• fasten
• put
• hold something
• ammo
• ammunition
• empty
• empty
• load
• unload

Synonyms for Clip

• cut
• snip
• trim
• slice
• detach

Opposites of Clip

• attach
• join

Common mistakes with Clip

• Confusing 'clip' with 'clap'.
• 'Clip' used as a noun and verb incorrectly.
• Using 'clip' in casual contexts when a formal term is needed.

Frequently asked questions about Clip

What does Clip mean?

A small piece cut from something.

What is the definition of Clip?

a short part of a film that is shown separately

How do you use Clip in a sentence?

I used a plastic clip to hold my papers together.

Can you give another example of Clip?

You can attach a clip to your backpack for easy access.

What are synonyms for Clip?

Common alternatives include cut, snip, trim, slice, detach.

What is the opposite of Clip?

Opposite meanings include attach, join.

What words go with Clip?

It commonly pairs with brief, short, film, see, view, watch, in a/​the clip, clip from, bicycle, hair, nose, attach, fasten, put, hold something, ammo, ammunition, empty, empty, load, unload.

What are common mistakes when using Clip?

Confusing 'clip' with 'clap'. 'Clip' used as a noun and verb incorrectly. Using 'clip' in casual contexts when a formal term is needed.

How do you pronounce Clip?

US: /["/klɪp/"]/, UK: /["/klɪp/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Clip?

Use 'clip' to refer to cutting things or attachments. It's more common in practical contexts, but avoid using it for formal writing.

What CEFR level is Clip?

"Clip" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.