B2noun 1K

Ladder

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈlædə(r)/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈlædər/"]/

Meaning of Ladder

a piece of equipment for climbing up and down a wall, the side of a building, etc., consisting of two lengths of wood or metal that are joined together by steps or rungs

In simple words: A tool with steps used to climb up or down.

Ladder in a sentence

• He climbed the ladder to reach the top shelf in the library.
• The firefighter used a ladder to rescue the people trapped on the roof.
• She quickly moved up the corporate ladder by gaining new skills and responsibilities.
• After graduating, he started his climb up the financial ladder.
• The ladder of success is often difficult to ascend without persistence and hard work.

How to use Ladder

Use 'ladder' when talking about climbing or accessing something high. Avoid using it in a metaphorical context without clarifying to prevent confusion.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'ladder' as 'ladder-up' because it helps you go up!

Related words

Collocations with Ladder

• rickety
• metal
• wooden
• ascend
• clamber up
• climb
• on a/​the ladder
• up a/​the ladder
• down a/​the ladder
• the bottom of a ladder
• the foot of a ladder
• the top of a ladder
• economic
• evolutionary
• social
• ascend
• climb
• move up
• higher up the ladder
• lower down the ladder
• ladder of
• get one foot on the ladder
• have one foot on the ladder
• a rung on the ladder

Synonyms for Ladder

• staircase
• steps
• rungs
• steps ladder

Opposites of Ladder

• elevator
• escalator

Common mistakes with Ladder

• Confusing 'ladder' with 'stairs' which are fixed and permanent.
• Using 'ladder' as a verb incorrectly, e.g., 'I laddered to the roof.'

Frequently asked questions about Ladder

What does Ladder mean?

A tool with steps used to climb up or down.

What is the definition of Ladder?

a piece of equipment for climbing up and down a wall, the side of a building, etc., consisting of two lengths of wood or metal that are joined together by steps or rungs

How do you use Ladder in a sentence?

He climbed the ladder to reach the top shelf in the library.

Can you give another example of Ladder?

The firefighter used a ladder to rescue the people trapped on the roof.

What are synonyms for Ladder?

Common alternatives include staircase, steps, rungs, steps ladder.

What is the opposite of Ladder?

Opposite meanings include elevator, escalator.

What words go with Ladder?

It commonly pairs with rickety, metal, wooden, ascend, clamber up, climb, on a/​the ladder, up a/​the ladder, down a/​the ladder, the bottom of a ladder, the foot of a ladder, the top of a ladder, economic, evolutionary, social, ascend, climb, move up, higher up the ladder, lower down the ladder, ladder of, get one foot on the ladder, have one foot on the ladder, a rung on the ladder.

What are common mistakes when using Ladder?

Confusing 'ladder' with 'stairs' which are fixed and permanent. Using 'ladder' as a verb incorrectly, e.g., 'I laddered to the roof.'

How do you pronounce Ladder?

US: /["/ˈlædər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈlædə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Ladder?

Use 'ladder' when talking about climbing or accessing something high. Avoid using it in a metaphorical context without clarifying to prevent confusion.

What CEFR level is Ladder?

"Ladder" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.