Meaning of Hollow
having a hole or empty space inside
In simple words: Having a space inside; not solid.
Hollow in a sentence
- The tree was hollow, providing a perfect shelter for small animals.
- She felt a hollow ache in her chest after the breakup.
- He lived in a hollow area surrounded by mountains, offering stunning views.
- The politician's promises felt hollow to the voters, who wanted real change.
- The sound echoed through the hollow walls of the abandoned building.
How to use Hollow
Used when describing objects that are empty inside, such as a hollow tree or hollow shell. Avoid using in overly formal contexts.
Grammar pattern
hollow + object
Memory hint
Think of a 'hollow log' – it's empty inside, like a tube.
Related words
Collocations with Hollow
- hollow laughter
- hollow point
- hollow eyes
- hollow sound
Common mistakes with Hollow
- Confused with 'hallowed' (holy).
- Using as a verb instead of an adjective.
- Mixing up 'hollow' with 'empty' without context.
Hollow appears in
Hollow in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
مجوف
يمتلك فراغًا داخليًا؛ ليس صلبًا.
- Bengaliবাংলা
ফাঁপা
ভেতরে ফাঁকা; নিরেট নয়।
- GermanDeutsch
hohl
Hat einen Hohlraum im Inneren; nicht massiv.
- SpanishEspañol
Hueco
Tener un espacio por dentro; no sólido.
- Persianفارسی
توخالی
دارای فضایی درون؛ غیرجامد.
- FrenchFrançais
Creux, Vide
Qui a un espace à l'intérieur ; pas plein.
- Hindiहिन्दी
खोखला
अंदर से खाली; ठोस नहीं।
- ItalianItaliano
Vuoto, Incavo
Che ha uno spazio dentro; non pieno.
- PortuguesePortuguês
oco
Com um espaço por dentro; não sólido.
- RussianРусский
Полый, Пустой
С пустым пространством внутри; не цельный.
- Urduاردو
کھوکھلا
اندر سے خالی؛ ٹھوس نہیں۔
- Chinese中文
空心
内部有空间;不是实心的。
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Frequently asked questions about Hollow
What does Hollow mean?
Having a space inside; not solid.
What is the definition of Hollow?
having a hole or empty space inside
How do you use Hollow in a sentence?
The tree was hollow, providing a perfect shelter for small animals.
Can you give another example of Hollow?
She felt a hollow ache in her chest after the breakup.
What are synonyms for Hollow?
Common alternatives include empty, vacant, void, depleted, unfilled.
What is the opposite of Hollow?
Opposite meanings include solid, full.
What words go with Hollow?
It commonly pairs with hollow laughter, hollow point, hollow eyes, hollow sound.
What are common mistakes when using Hollow?
Confused with 'hallowed' (holy). Using as a verb instead of an adjective. Mixing up 'hollow' with 'empty' without context.
How do you pronounce Hollow?
US: /["/ˈhɑːləʊ/"]/, UK: /["/ˈhɒləʊ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Hollow?
Used when describing objects that are empty inside, such as a hollow tree or hollow shell. Avoid using in overly formal contexts.
What CEFR level is Hollow?
"Hollow" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.

