A2verb 1K

Discover

🇬🇧 UK /["/dɪˈskʌvə(r)/","/dɪˈskʌvəz/","/dɪˈskʌvəd/","/dɪˈskʌvərɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/dɪˈskʌvər/","/dɪˈskʌvərz/","/dɪˈskʌvərd/","/dɪˈskʌvərɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Discover

to be the first person to become aware that a particular place or thing exists

In simple words: to find out about something for the first time

Discover in a sentence

• I want to discover new places during my vacation.
• Scientists hope to discover a cure for the disease.
• As I explored the cave, I began to discover hidden treasures.
• I always discover something interesting when I read books.
• She will discover her true talent in art classes.

How to use Discover

Commonly used in both spoken and written English. Appropriate in academic, professional, and casual contexts, but avoid in overly formal settings where synonyms like 'ascertain' may be preferred.

Grammar pattern

discover + object

Memory hint

Think of a 'dig' when you discover something new, like an archaeologist digging for artifacts.

Related words

Collocations with Discover

• quickly
• soon
• suddenly
• be amazed to
• be astonished to
• be astounded to
• an attempt to discover something
• newly discovered
• recently discovered
• quickly
• soon
• suddenly
• be amazed to
• be astonished to
• be astounded to
• an attempt to discover something
• newly discovered
• recently discovered
• quickly
• soon
• suddenly
• be amazed to
• be astonished to
• be astounded to
• an attempt to discover something
• newly discovered
• recently discovered
• quickly
• soon
• suddenly
• be amazed to
• be astonished to
• be astounded to
• an attempt to discover something
• newly discovered
• recently discovered

Synonyms for Discover

• find
• uncover
• reveal
• detect
• learn

Opposites of Discover

• lose
• ignore
• overlook

Common mistakes with Discover

• Confusing with 'recover' – to discover is to find something new, while to recover is to get back something lost.
• Using 'discover' interchangeably with 'invent' – discovery means finding something that already exists, while invention is creating something new.
• Omitting the object when necessary – remember to specify what is being discovered.

Frequently asked questions about Discover

What does Discover mean?

to find out about something for the first time

What is the definition of Discover?

to be the first person to become aware that a particular place or thing exists

How do you use Discover in a sentence?

I want to discover new places during my vacation.

Can you give another example of Discover?

Scientists hope to discover a cure for the disease.

What are synonyms for Discover?

Common alternatives include find, uncover, reveal, detect, learn.

What is the opposite of Discover?

Opposite meanings include lose, ignore, overlook.

What words go with Discover?

It commonly pairs with quickly, soon, suddenly, be amazed to, be astonished to, be astounded to, an attempt to discover something, newly discovered, recently discovered, quickly, soon, suddenly, be amazed to, be astonished to, be astounded to, an attempt to discover something, newly discovered, recently discovered, quickly, soon, suddenly, be amazed to, be astonished to, be astounded to, an attempt to discover something, newly discovered, recently discovered, quickly, soon, suddenly, be amazed to, be astonished to, be astounded to, an attempt to discover something, newly discovered, recently discovered.

What are common mistakes when using Discover?

Confusing with 'recover' – to discover is to find something new, while to recover is to get back something lost. Using 'discover' interchangeably with 'invent' – discovery means finding something that already exists, while invention is creating something new. Omitting the object when necessary – remember to specify what is being discovered.

How do you pronounce Discover?

US: /["/dɪˈskʌvər/","/dɪˈskʌvərz/","/dɪˈskʌvərd/","/dɪˈskʌvərɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/dɪˈskʌvə(r)/","/dɪˈskʌvəz/","/dɪˈskʌvəd/","/dɪˈskʌvərɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Discover?

Commonly used in both spoken and written English. Appropriate in academic, professional, and casual contexts, but avoid in overly formal settings where synonyms like 'ascertain' may be preferred.

What CEFR level is Discover?

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