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UK/["/leɪn/"]/US/["/leɪn/"]/

Meaning of Lane

In simple words: A narrow road or path for vehicles or people.

Lane in a sentence

  • Please stay in your lane while driving on the highway.
  • The swimmer moved smoothly through the lane in the pool.
  • He found a quiet lane in the countryside to ride his bike.
  • During the race, each runner must keep inside their lane.
  • She turned left onto a narrow lane between two houses.
  • Traffic slowed because the middle lane was closed for repairs.
  • The company's product development has taken a different lane recently.

How to use Lane

Use 'lane' when referring to specific types of roads, especially in urban settings. It may not be appropriate to use 'lane' in more rural or informal speech.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Remember 'lane' as in 'a train on a straight lane' to visualize a specific road.

Related words

Collocations with Lane

Synonyms for Lane

Opposites of Lane

Common mistakes with Lane

  • Confusing 'lane' with 'lane' in sports contexts, like a swimming lane versus a road lane.
  • Using 'lane' incorrectly to refer to wider roads or highways.
  • Mixing up 'lane' with 'way' or 'road' when speaking.

Compare Lane with Path, Road, Track, Route, Way

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Frequently asked questions about Lane

What does Lane mean?

A narrow road or path for vehicles or people.

What is the definition of Lane?

a narrow road in the country

How do you use Lane in a sentence?

Please stay in your lane while driving on the highway.

Can you give another example of Lane?

The swimmer moved smoothly through the lane in the pool.

What are synonyms for Lane?

Common alternatives include path, road, track, route, way.

What is the opposite of Lane?

Opposite meanings include highway, bypass.

What words go with Lane?

It commonly pairs with narrow, little, small, turn down, turn into, go, lead, run, along a/​the lane, down a/​the lane, in a/​the lane, fast, slow, left, change, get in, switch, closures, restrictions, in (the) lane.

What are common mistakes when using Lane?

Confusing 'lane' with 'lane' in sports contexts, like a swimming lane versus a road lane. Using 'lane' incorrectly to refer to wider roads or highways. Mixing up 'lane' with 'way' or 'road' when speaking.

How do you pronounce Lane?

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

When should I use Lane?

Use 'lane' when referring to specific types of roads, especially in urban settings. It may not be appropriate to use 'lane' in more rural or informal speech.

What CEFR level is Lane?

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