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UK/["/ɡʌt/"]/US/["/ɡʌt/"]/

Meaning of Gut

the tube in the body through which food passes when it leaves the stomach

In simple words: The space in your body that helps with digestion, or your feelings and instincts.

Gut in a sentence

  • He felt a sharp pain in his gut after eating too much fast food.
  • The doctor explained how the gut plays a crucial role in digestion.
  • Her gut instinct told her that something was wrong.
  • Many athletes rely on their gut feeling to make quick decisions during a game.
  • The chef carefully prepared the fish by removing its guts before cooking.
  • During the surgery, the surgeon examined the patient's gut to find the source of infection.
  • It takes a lot of gut to stand up and speak in front of a large audience.

How to use Gut

Use 'gut' in informal contexts when referring to feelings (e.g., gut feeling) or when discussing digestion. In formal writing, use 'stomach' or 'intestines' instead.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of the phrase 'follow your gut' to remember it relates to instincts.

Related words

Collocations with Gut

  • healthy
  • pass through
  • flora
  • wall
  • in the/​your gut
  • blood and guts
  • a pain in your gut
  • a pain in your guts
  • have
  • take

Synonyms for Gut

Opposites of Gut

Common mistakes with Gut

  • Confusing 'gut' with 'guts' which refers to bravery or courage.
  • Using 'gut' only to mean the physical organ without considering its figurative uses.
  • Mispronouncing 'gut' as if it has multiple syllables.

Compare Gut with Stomach, Belly

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Frequently asked questions about Gut

What does Gut mean?

The space in your body that helps with digestion, or your feelings and instincts.

What is the definition of Gut?

the tube in the body through which food passes when it leaves the stomach

How do you use Gut in a sentence?

He felt a sharp pain in his gut after eating too much fast food.

Can you give another example of Gut?

The doctor explained how the gut plays a crucial role in digestion.

What are synonyms for Gut?

Common alternatives include stomach, belly, intestine, abdomen.

What is the opposite of Gut?

Opposite meanings include head, brain.

What words go with Gut?

It commonly pairs with healthy, pass through, flora, wall, in the/​your gut, blood and guts, a pain in your gut, a pain in your guts, have, take.

What are common mistakes when using Gut?

Confusing 'gut' with 'guts' which refers to bravery or courage. Using 'gut' only to mean the physical organ without considering its figurative uses. Mispronouncing 'gut' as if it has multiple syllables.

How do you pronounce Gut?

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

When should I use Gut?

Use 'gut' in informal contexts when referring to feelings (e.g., gut feeling) or when discussing digestion. In formal writing, use 'stomach' or 'intestines' instead.

What CEFR level is Gut?

"Gut" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.