A2noun1K

UK/["/ˈkɒləm/"]/US/["/ˈkɑːləm/"]/

Meaning of Column

In simple words: A tall, thin part of a building or structure that helps support it.

Column in a sentence

  • Please fill out the form in the first column.
  • The newspaper has a great column about travel.
  • In the table, the data is organized into three columns.
  • She writes a weekly column in the local magazine.
  • There are tall columns supporting the roof of the building.

How to use Column

Used in both literal and figurative contexts. In architecture, 'column' refers to structural support. In writing, it can also refer to a section of text in newspapers or spreadsheets. Avoid using in casual conversation unless discussing relevant subjects.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'column' as a tall 'column' of support holding up a roof.

Related words

Collocations with Column

Synonyms for Column

Opposites of Column

Common mistakes with Column

  • Confused with 'collumn' — remember it has no extra 'l'.
  • Mispronounced as 'kul-umn' instead of 'kal-umn'.
  • Using 'column' instead of 'row' when discussing spreadsheets.

Compare Column with Post, Support

Column appears in

Column in other languages

More words like Column

People also search for

  • Column meaning
  • meaning of Column
  • Column definition
  • define Column
  • what does Column mean
  • Column means
  • how to use Column

Frequently asked questions about Column

What does Column mean?

A tall, thin part of a building or structure that helps support it.

What is the definition of Column?

one of the straight sections from top to bottom into which text on a page or screen is divided

How do you use Column in a sentence?

Please fill out the form in the first column.

Can you give another example of Column?

The newspaper has a great column about travel.

What are synonyms for Column?

Common alternatives include pillar, post, support, shaft.

What is the opposite of Column?

Opposite meanings include row.

What words go with Column?

It commonly pairs with regular, daily, weekly, have, write, read, inches, in a/​the column, column about, column on, regular, daily, weekly, have, write, read, inches, in a/​the column, column about, column on, huge, tall, fluted, support something, huge, long, armoured/​armored, in columns, column of, the head of the column.

What are common mistakes when using Column?

Confused with 'collumn' — remember it has no extra 'l'. Mispronounced as 'kul-umn' instead of 'kal-umn'. Using 'column' instead of 'row' when discussing spreadsheets.

How do you pronounce Column?

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

When should I use Column?

Used in both literal and figurative contexts. In architecture, 'column' refers to structural support. In writing, it can also refer to a section of text in newspapers or spreadsheets. Avoid using in casual conversation unless discussing relevant subjects.

What CEFR level is Column?

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