Cool MateMeaning of Description
In simple words: A spoken or written explanation of something.
Description in a sentence
- Can you give me a description of the new movie?
- The description in the book was very detailed.
- His description of the event made it sound exciting.
- I need a good description for my online profile.
- The description of her painting was quite moving.
How to use Description
Use 'description' when explaining something clearly, often in writing. It's appropriate in both spoken and written contexts, but avoid using it in very casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
description + of + object
Memory hint
Think of 'describe' + 'tion' — description is about describing something!
Related words
Collocations with Description
- complete
- comprehensive
- detailed
- give (somebody)
- issue
- offer (somebody)
- apply to somebody
- fit somebody
Synonyms for Description
- explanation
- account
- narration
- portrayal
- representation
Opposites of Description
- obfuscation
- confusion
Common mistakes with Description
- Confusing 'description' with 'prescription'.
- Using 'descriptive' instead of 'description' when referring to the noun.
- Saying 'describe' instead of 'description' in noun contexts.
Compare Description with Explanation, Account, Representation
Description appears in
Description in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
وصف
شرح منطوق أو مكتوب لشيء ما.
- Bengaliবাংলা
বর্ণনা
কোনো কিছুর মৌখিক বা লিখিত ব্যাখ্যা।
- GermanDeutsch
Beschreibung
Eine gesprochene oder geschriebene Erklärung von etwas.
- SpanishEspañol
Descripción
Una explicación hablada o escrita de algo.
- Persianفارسی
توضیحات
توضیح شفاهی یا کتبی دربارهی چیزی.
- FrenchFrançais
Description
Une explication orale ou écrite de quelque chose.
- Hindiहिन्दी
विवरण
किसी चीज़ की बोली या लिखी हुई व्याख्या।
- ItalianItaliano
Descrizione
Una spiegazione parlata o scritta di qualcosa.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Descrição
Uma explicação falada ou escrita sobre algo.
- RussianРусский
Описание
Устное или письменное объяснение чего-либо.
- Urduاردو
تفصیل
کسی چیز کی زبانی یا تحریری وضاحت۔
- Chinese中文
描述
对某事的口头或书面解释。
More words like Description
- Explanation
- AccountB1
an arrangement that somebody has with a bank, etc. to keep money there, take some out, etc.
- Representation
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- AbilityA2
the fact that somebody/something is able to do something
- AbleA2
having the skill, intelligence, opportunity, etc. needed to do something
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Frequently asked questions about Description
What does Description mean?
A spoken or written explanation of something.
What is the definition of Description?
a piece of writing or speech that says what somebody/something is like; the act of writing or saying in words what somebody/something is like
How do you use Description in a sentence?
Can you give me a description of the new movie?
Can you give another example of Description?
The description in the book was very detailed.
What are synonyms for Description?
Common alternatives include explanation, account, narration, portrayal, representation.
What is the opposite of Description?
Opposite meanings include obfuscation, confusion.
What words go with Description?
It commonly pairs with complete, comprehensive, detailed, give (somebody), issue, offer (somebody), apply to somebody, fit somebody.
What are common mistakes when using Description?
Confusing 'description' with 'prescription'. Using 'descriptive' instead of 'description' when referring to the noun. Saying 'describe' instead of 'description' in noun contexts.
How do you pronounce Description?
US: /["/dɪˈskrɪpʃn/"]/, UK: /["/dɪˈskrɪpʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Description?
Use 'description' when explaining something clearly, often in writing. It's appropriate in both spoken and written contexts, but avoid using it in very casual conversations.
What CEFR level is Description?
"Description" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.