B1adjective 1K

Equal

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈiːkwəl/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈiːkwəl/"]/

Meaning of Equal

the same in size, quantity, value, etc. as something else

In simple words: The same in number, amount, or value.

Equal in a sentence

• All students should have equal opportunities to succeed.
• The two teams were equal in skill, making the game very exciting.
• She emphasized that every opinion is equal and deserves respect.
• In mathematics, two plus two is equal to four.
• They made an equal contribution to the project, splitting the work evenly.
• The job offers an equal salary for all employees regardless of gender.

How to use Equal

Used to describe things that have the same value or amount. Avoid using in contexts where comparison is not implied, such as when discussing inequality or differences.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'equal' as 'E-Q-U-A-L' — everyone on the same line (or scale).

Related words

Collocations with Equal

• be
• become
• make something
• absolutely
• exactly
• in every way
• in
• to
• be
• be born
• genuinely
• truly
• be
• feel
• prove
• more than

Synonyms for Equal

• identical
• equalized
• equivalent
• matching
• uniform

Opposites of Equal

• unequal
• uneven
• disparate

Common mistakes with Equal

• Confusing with 'equivalent' — 'equal' refers to exact matches, 'equivalent' may indicate similarity.
• Using 'equal' incorrectly with non-count nouns — remember 'equal to' when referring to standards or measures.

Frequently asked questions about Equal

What does Equal mean?

The same in number, amount, or value.

What is the definition of Equal?

the same in size, quantity, value, etc. as something else

How do you use Equal in a sentence?

All students should have equal opportunities to succeed.

Can you give another example of Equal?

The two teams were equal in skill, making the game very exciting.

What are synonyms for Equal?

Common alternatives include identical, equalized, equivalent, matching, uniform.

What is the opposite of Equal?

Opposite meanings include unequal, uneven, disparate.

What words go with Equal?

It commonly pairs with be, become, make something, absolutely, exactly, in every way, in, to, be, be born, genuinely, truly, be, feel, prove, more than.

What are common mistakes when using Equal?

Confusing with 'equivalent' — 'equal' refers to exact matches, 'equivalent' may indicate similarity. Using 'equal' incorrectly with non-count nouns — remember 'equal to' when referring to standards or measures.

How do you pronounce Equal?

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

When should I use Equal?

Used to describe things that have the same value or amount. Avoid using in contexts where comparison is not implied, such as when discussing inequality or differences.

What CEFR level is Equal?

"Equal" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.