A2verb 1K

Collect

🇬🇧 UK /["/kəˈlekt/","/kəˈlekts/","/kəˈlektɪd/","/kəˈlektɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/kəˈlekt/","/kəˈlekts/","/kəˈlektɪd/","/kəˈlektɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Collect

to bring things together from different people or places

In simple words: To get things together and keep them.

Collect in a sentence

• We need to collect all the data before the meeting.
• She loves to collect stamps from different countries.
• Can you collect the groceries from the store?
• The museum will collect donations for the new exhibit.
• He decided to collect his thoughts before speaking.

How to use Collect

Use 'collect' when talking about gathering items or information. It can be informal when referring to hobbies, but is neutral in professional contexts. Avoid using it for casual situations where 'gather' might be more fitting.

Grammar pattern

collect + object

Memory hint

Think of a 'collection' of stamps, which you gather.

Related words

Collocations with Collect

• collect data
• collect stamps
• collect opinions
• collect payments
• collect information

Synonyms for Collect

• gather
• gather

Opposites of Collect

• disperse
• scatter
• lose

Common mistakes with Collect

• Confused with 'collective', which means a group.
• Using 'collect' with uncountable nouns incorrectly.
• Saying 'collects' when using it as an action with an object.

Frequently asked questions about Collect

What does Collect mean?

To get things together and keep them.

What is the definition of Collect?

to bring things together from different people or places

How do you use Collect in a sentence?

We need to collect all the data before the meeting.

Can you give another example of Collect?

She loves to collect stamps from different countries.

What are synonyms for Collect?

Common alternatives include gather, gather.

What is the opposite of Collect?

Opposite meanings include disperse, scatter, lose.

What words go with Collect?

It commonly pairs with collect data, collect stamps, collect opinions, collect payments, collect information.

What are common mistakes when using Collect?

Confused with 'collective', which means a group. Using 'collect' with uncountable nouns incorrectly. Saying 'collects' when using it as an action with an object.

How do you pronounce Collect?

US: /["/kəˈlekt/","/kəˈlekts/","/kəˈlektɪd/","/kəˈlektɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/kəˈlekt/","/kəˈlekts/","/kəˈlektɪd/","/kəˈlektɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Collect?

Use 'collect' when talking about gathering items or information. It can be informal when referring to hobbies, but is neutral in professional contexts. Avoid using it for casual situations where 'gather' might be more fitting.

What CEFR level is Collect?

"Collect" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.