Cool MateMeaning of Compulsory
that must be done because of a law or a rule
In simple words: Something that must be done or followed.
Compulsory in a sentence
- English is a **compulsory subject** at this level.
- **compulsory education/schooling**
- The strikers are protesting against the threat of compulsory redundancies.
- It is compulsory for all motorcyclists to wear helmets.
How to use Compulsory
Used in formal contexts, often in legal or academic settings. Avoid using in casual conversation; instead, use 'required' or 'mandatory' in those contexts.
Grammar pattern
compulsory + noun
Memory hint
Think of 'compulsory' as 'company policy' — something you have to follow.
Related words
Collocations with Compulsory
- compulsory education
- compulsory attendance
- compulsory courses
- compulsory insurance
Synonyms for Compulsory
Opposites of Compulsory
- optional
- voluntary
- discretionary
Common mistakes with Compulsory
- Confused with 'optional'; it means the opposite.
- Often misspelled as 'compolsory'.
- Used incorrectly as an adverb; it is an adjective.
Compulsory appears in
Compulsory in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
إلزامي
شيء يجب القيام به أو اتباعه.
- Bengaliবাংলা
বাধ্যতামূলক
এমন কিছু যা করতেই হবে বা মানতে হবে।
- GermanDeutsch
Pflicht
Etwas, das getan oder befolgt werden muss.
- SpanishEspañol
Obligatorio
Algo que se tiene que hacer o seguir.
- Persianفارسی
اجباری
چیزی که باید انجام شود یا رعایت شود.
- FrenchFrançais
Obligatoire
Quelque chose qu'on est obligé de faire ou de suivre.
- Hindiहिन्दी
अनिवार्य
कोई ऐसी चीज़ जिसे करना या मानना ही पड़ता है।
- ItalianItaliano
Obbligatorio
Qualcosa che deve essere fatto o seguito.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Obrigatório
Algo que tem que ser feito ou seguido.
- RussianРусский
Обязательный
Что-то, что нужно делать или соблюдать.
- Urduاردو
لازمی, جبری
کوئی ایسی چیز جو کرنی یا ماننی پڑے۔
- Chinese中文
强制的
必须做或必须遵守的事情。
More words like Compulsory
- Mandatory
- AbolishC1
To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- AbortionC1
the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
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Frequently asked questions about Compulsory
What does Compulsory mean?
Something that must be done or followed.
What is the definition of Compulsory?
that must be done because of a law or a rule
How do you use Compulsory in a sentence?
English is a **compulsory subject** at this level.
Can you give another example of Compulsory?
**compulsory education/schooling**
What are synonyms for Compulsory?
Common alternatives include mandatory.
What is the opposite of Compulsory?
Opposite meanings include optional, voluntary, discretionary.
What words go with Compulsory?
It commonly pairs with compulsory education, compulsory attendance, compulsory courses, compulsory insurance.
What are common mistakes when using Compulsory?
Confused with 'optional'; it means the opposite. Often misspelled as 'compolsory'. Used incorrectly as an adverb; it is an adjective.
How do you pronounce Compulsory?
US: /["/kəmˈpʌlsəri/"]/, UK: /["/kəmˈpʌlsəri/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Compulsory formal or informal?
"Compulsory" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.
When should I use Compulsory?
Used in formal contexts, often in legal or academic settings. Avoid using in casual conversation; instead, use 'required' or 'mandatory' in those contexts.
What CEFR level is Compulsory?
"Compulsory" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.