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UK/["/ˈdaɪəri/"]/US/["/ˈdaɪəri/"]/

Meaning of Diary

In simple words: A book where you write your thoughts and daily activities.

Diary in a sentence

  • I write in my diary every night before I go to bed.
  • Her diary is filled with thoughts and dreams.
  • He decided to keep a diary to document his travels.
  • The diary was discovered years later, revealing hidden secrets.
  • She mentioned in her diary that she was feeling lonely.
  • His diary included sketches and notes about his experiences.
  • In her diary, she wrote about the fun day she had at the park.
  • Keeping a diary can help you express your emotions.

How to use Diary

A diary is often used for personal reflection or to document daily experiences. It is usually private, so it may not be appropriate to share its contents. In more formal contexts, a 'journal' might be preferred.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'daily' log of your thoughts, like a secret 'diary.'

Related words

Collocations with Diary

  • detailed
  • daily
  • personal
  • keep
  • note something in
  • record something in
  • entry
  • in a/​your diary
  • an entry in a diary
  • appointments
  • bookings
  • engagement
  • have something in
  • put something in
  • write something in
  • in a/​your diary

Synonyms for Diary

Opposites of Diary

Common mistakes with Diary

  • Confusing 'diary' with 'agenda'—diaries are for personal thoughts, while agendas are for scheduling.
  • Using 'diary' to describe a public record—diaries are personal and private.

Compare Diary with Journal, Notebook

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Frequently asked questions about Diary

What does Diary mean?

A book where you write your thoughts and daily activities.

What is the definition of Diary?

a book in which you can write down the experiences you have each day, your private thoughts, etc.

How do you use Diary in a sentence?

I write in my diary every night before I go to bed.

Can you give another example of Diary?

Her diary is filled with thoughts and dreams.

What are synonyms for Diary?

Common alternatives include journal, notebook, logbook, daybook.

What is the opposite of Diary?

Opposite meanings include public, open.

What words go with Diary?

It commonly pairs with detailed, daily, personal, keep, note something in, record something in, entry, in a/​your diary, an entry in a diary, appointments, bookings, engagement, have something in, put something in, write something in, in a/​your diary.

What are common mistakes when using Diary?

Confusing 'diary' with 'agenda'—diaries are for personal thoughts, while agendas are for scheduling. Using 'diary' to describe a public record—diaries are personal and private.

How do you pronounce Diary?

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

When should I use Diary?

A diary is often used for personal reflection or to document daily experiences. It is usually private, so it may not be appropriate to share its contents. In more formal contexts, a 'journal' might be preferred.

What CEFR level is Diary?

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