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Lion

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈlaɪən/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈlaɪən/"]/

Meaning of Lion

a large, powerful animal of the cat family that hunts in groups and lives in parts of Africa and southern Asia. Lions have yellow-brown fur and the male has a mane (= long, thick hair round its neck).

In simple words: A large wild cat with a mane, known as the king of the jungle.

Lion in a sentence

• The lion shook its mane and roared.
• a pride of lions *(= a group of them)*
• Over the past two months, 13 lions have been killed by poachers.
• He had once been chased and almost eaten by a lion.
• Young Masai men gather for traditional lion hunts.

How to use Lion

Use 'lion' when talking about the animal itself or in reference to bravery and strength. It's appropriate in both casual and formal contexts, but avoid using it in highly scientific discussions without clarification.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'lion' roaring loudly, like a loud 'lion's share' of attention.

Related words

Collocations with Lion

• pride
• growl
• roar
• attack somebody
• cub
• tamer
• hunt

Synonyms for Lion

• big cat
• feline
• predator
• carnivore

Opposites of Lion

• mouse
• prey

Common mistakes with Lion

• Confused with 'lions' as a singular form; remember 'lion' is singular.
• Using 'lion' incorrectly in contexts unrelated to the animal, like metaphors.
• Spelling errors such as 'lyon' or 'lionn'.

Frequently asked questions about Lion

What does Lion mean?

A large wild cat with a mane, known as the king of the jungle.

What is the definition of Lion?

a large, powerful animal of the cat family that hunts in groups and lives in parts of Africa and southern Asia. Lions have yellow-brown fur and the male has a mane (= long, thick hair round its neck).

How do you use Lion in a sentence?

The lion shook its mane and roared.

Can you give another example of Lion?

a pride of lions *(= a group of them)*

What are synonyms for Lion?

Common alternatives include big cat, feline, predator, carnivore.

What is the opposite of Lion?

Opposite meanings include mouse, prey.

What words go with Lion?

It commonly pairs with pride, growl, roar, attack somebody, cub, tamer, hunt.

What are common mistakes when using Lion?

Confused with 'lions' as a singular form; remember 'lion' is singular. Using 'lion' incorrectly in contexts unrelated to the animal, like metaphors. Spelling errors such as 'lyon' or 'lionn'.

How do you pronounce Lion?

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

When should I use Lion?

Use 'lion' when talking about the animal itself or in reference to bravery and strength. It's appropriate in both casual and formal contexts, but avoid using it in highly scientific discussions without clarification.

What CEFR level is Lion?

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