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UK/["/ɪˈmædʒɪn/","/ɪˈmædʒɪnz/","/ɪˈmædʒɪnd/","/ɪˈmædʒɪnɪŋ/"]/US/["/ɪˈmædʒɪn/","/ɪˈmædʒɪnz/","/ɪˈmædʒɪnd/","/ɪˈmædʒɪnɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Imagine

In simple words: To think about something that is not present or real.

Imagine in a sentence

  • Can you imagine how beautiful the sunset will be?
  • I like to imagine a world without violence.
  • Imagine all the possibilities that lie ahead!
  • She could not imagine living in a big city.
  • Imagine if we could fly like birds.

How to use Imagine

Use 'imagine' to express thoughts or visuals in casual and creative contexts. It's appropriate for storytelling or brainstorming but might not fit formal writing.

Grammar pattern

imagine + object

Memory hint

Imagine it as 'I-maj-in' — think of a magician pulling ideas out of a hat.

Related words

Collocations with Imagine

Synonyms for Imagine

  • suppose, assume

Opposites of Imagine

Common mistakes with Imagine

  • 'Imagine' used without an object, resulting in incomplete sentences.
  • Confusing 'imagine' with 'imaginable', which has a different meaning.
  • Using 'imagine' in past forms incorrectly, like 'imagined' when referring to ongoing thoughts.

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Frequently asked questions about Imagine

What does Imagine mean?

To think about something that is not present or real.

What is the definition of Imagine?

to form a picture in your mind of what something might be like

How do you use Imagine in a sentence?

Can you imagine how beautiful the sunset will be?

Can you give another example of Imagine?

I like to imagine a world without violence.

What are synonyms for Imagine?

Common alternatives include suppose, assume.

What is the opposite of Imagine?

Opposite meanings include dismiss, ignore, disbelieve.

What words go with Imagine?

It commonly pairs with clearly, easily, readily, can, try to, begin to, let us imagine, really, seriously, almost, be easy to, be imagining things, real and imagined, real or imagined.

What are common mistakes when using Imagine?

'Imagine' used without an object, resulting in incomplete sentences. Confusing 'imagine' with 'imaginable', which has a different meaning. Using 'imagine' in past forms incorrectly, like 'imagined' when referring to ongoing thoughts.

How do you pronounce Imagine?

US: /["/ɪˈmædʒɪn/","/ɪˈmædʒɪnz/","/ɪˈmædʒɪnd/","/ɪˈmædʒɪnɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ɪˈmædʒɪn/","/ɪˈmædʒɪnz/","/ɪˈmædʒɪnd/","/ɪˈmædʒɪnɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Imagine?

Use 'imagine' to express thoughts or visuals in casual and creative contexts. It's appropriate for storytelling or brainstorming but might not fit formal writing.

What CEFR level is Imagine?

"Imagine" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.