Cool MateMeaning of Jam
a thick sweet substance made by boiling fruit with sugar, often sold in jars and spread on bread
In simple words: A thick sweet food made by boiling fruit with sugar.
Jam in a sentence
- I love to spread strawberry jam on my toast in the morning.
- The band decided to have a jam session to practice for their upcoming concert.
- There was a serious traffic jam on the highway during rush hour.
- She made a delicious raspberry jam using fresh berries from the garden.
- The children were excited to play in the music jam with other kids.
How to use Jam
Use 'jam' when referring to fruit spreads used on bread. It's neutral and can be used in both casual and formal contexts, but avoid in highly technical discussions.
Grammar pattern
jam + object
Memory hint
Think of a 'traffic jam' where things are stuck, like fruit in a jar!
Related words
Collocations with Jam
Opposites of Jam
- clearness
- order
Common mistakes with Jam
- Confused with 'jelly' — jelly is a different type of spread.
- Using 'jam' as a verb incorrectly — it can also mean to become stuck.
- Mixing up the terms 'jam' and 'marmalade'.
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Frequently asked questions about Jam
What does Jam mean?
A thick sweet food made by boiling fruit with sugar.
What is the definition of Jam?
a thick sweet substance made by boiling fruit with sugar, often sold in jars and spread on bread
How do you use Jam in a sentence?
I love to spread strawberry jam on my toast in the morning.
Can you give another example of Jam?
The band decided to have a jam session to practice for their upcoming concert.
What are synonyms for Jam?
Common alternatives include preserve, conserve, spread, syrup.
What is the opposite of Jam?
Opposite meanings include clearness, order.
What words go with Jam?
It commonly pairs with home-made, apricot, raspberry, dollop, jar, pot, make, spread (something with), jar, doughnut, sandwich, bread and jam.
What are common mistakes when using Jam?
Confused with 'jelly' — jelly is a different type of spread. Using 'jam' as a verb incorrectly — it can also mean to become stuck. Mixing up the terms 'jam' and 'marmalade'.
How do you pronounce Jam?
US: /["/dʒæm/"]/, UK: /["/dʒæm/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Jam?
Use 'jam' when referring to fruit spreads used on bread. It's neutral and can be used in both casual and formal contexts, but avoid in highly technical discussions.
What CEFR level is Jam?
"Jam" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.