B2noun 2K

Colony

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈkɒləni/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈkɑːləni/"]/

Meaning of Colony

a country or an area that is governed by people from another, more powerful, country

In simple words: A group of people or animals living together in one place.

Colony in a sentence

• The ant colony worked together to find food and build their nest.
• In the 18th century, many European countries established colonies in the Americas.
• The scientist studied the behavior of a bee colony during the summer months.
• A colony can refer to a group of people with shared interests living in a specific area.
• The concept of a colony often involves the relationship between the colonizers and the indigenous people.

How to use Colony

Used to describe a group living together, often applied in historical or biological contexts. Not appropriate for casual conversations unless discussing specific topics like nature or history.

Grammar pattern

colony + of + organism

Memory hint

Think of a 'colony of ants' marching together, helping you remember groups that live together.

Related words

Collocations with Colony

• overseas
• American
• British
• establish
• in a/​the colony
• overseas
• American
• British
• establish
• in a/​the colony
• huge
• large
• thriving
• form
• in a/​the colony
• colony of

Synonyms for Colony

• settlement
• community
• dominion
• outpost

Opposites of Colony

• solitude
• independence

Common mistakes with Colony

• Confusing 'colony' with 'community' which has a broader meaning.
• Using 'colonies' without understanding the historical context.
• Mispronouncing it as 'collony' instead of 'colony'.

Frequently asked questions about Colony

What does Colony mean?

A group of people or animals living together in one place.

What is the definition of Colony?

a country or an area that is governed by people from another, more powerful, country

How do you use Colony in a sentence?

The ant colony worked together to find food and build their nest.

Can you give another example of Colony?

In the 18th century, many European countries established colonies in the Americas.

What are synonyms for Colony?

Common alternatives include settlement, community, dominion, outpost.

What is the opposite of Colony?

Opposite meanings include solitude, independence.

What words go with Colony?

It commonly pairs with overseas, American, British, establish, in a/​the colony, overseas, American, British, establish, in a/​the colony, huge, large, thriving, form, in a/​the colony, colony of.

What are common mistakes when using Colony?

Confusing 'colony' with 'community' which has a broader meaning. Using 'colonies' without understanding the historical context. Mispronouncing it as 'collony' instead of 'colony'.

How do you pronounce Colony?

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

When should I use Colony?

Used to describe a group living together, often applied in historical or biological contexts. Not appropriate for casual conversations unless discussing specific topics like nature or history.

What CEFR level is Colony?

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