Cool MateMeaning of Locate
to find the exact position of somebody/something
In simple words: to find a place or position of something
Locate in a sentence
- Can you locate the nearest gas station?
- The detective had to locate the missing person quickly.
- They used a map to locate the treasure buried in the ground.
- The service will help you locate local restaurants based on your preferences.
- After some searching, I was finally able to locate my lost keys.
How to use Locate
Used in both written and spoken English. It's appropriate in everyday conversation, academic contexts, and instruction. Avoid in overly casual settings like chatting among friends.
Grammar pattern
locate + object
Memory hint
Think of 'locate' as 'low-cate' — imagine looking low for your lost item.
Related words
Collocations with Locate
Synonyms for Locate
Opposites of Locate
- lose
- misplace
Common mistakes with Locate
- Confused with 'relocate' which means to move something to a new place.
- Using 'locate' when 'find' would be simpler.
- Confusing the spelling with similar words like 'location.'
Locate appears in
Locate in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
تحديد موقع
إيجاد مكان أو موقع لشيء ما
- Bengaliবাংলা
খুঁজে বের করা
কোনো জায়গা বা কিছুর অবস্থান খুঁজে বের করা
- GermanDeutsch
Lokalisieren, finden
einen Ort oder die Position von etwas finden
- SpanishEspañol
Localizar
encontrar un lugar o posición de algo
- Persianفارسی
پیدا کردن، مشخص کردن مکان
پیدا کردن جای یا موقعیت چیزی
- FrenchFrançais
Localiser
Trouver un endroit ou la position de quelque chose
- Hindiहिन्दी
पता लगाना
किसी चीज़ की जगह या स्थिति का पता लगाना
- ItalianItaliano
Individuare, Trovare
Trovare un posto o la posizione di qualcosa
- PortuguesePortuguês
Localizar
achar um lugar ou a posição de algo
- RussianРусский
Найти
найти место или положение чего-либо
- Urduاردو
پیدا کردن، معلوم کردن
کسی جگہ یا پوزیشن کا پتہ لگانا
- Chinese中文
定位
找到某物的位置或地方
More words like Locate
- Site
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- AbilityA2
the fact that somebody/something is able to do something
- AbruptB1
Happening suddenly and unexpectedly.
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbstractB2
based on general ideas and not on any particular real person, thing or situation
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Frequently asked questions about Locate
What does Locate mean?
to find a place or position of something
What is the definition of Locate?
to find the exact position of somebody/something
How do you use Locate in a sentence?
Can you locate the nearest gas station?
Can you give another example of Locate?
The detective had to locate the missing person quickly.
What are synonyms for Locate?
Common alternatives include site.
What is the opposite of Locate?
Opposite meanings include lose, misplace.
What words go with Locate?
It commonly pairs with accurately, correctly, precisely, be able to, be unable to, can, centrally, conveniently, ideally, at, between, close to.
What are common mistakes when using Locate?
Confused with 'relocate' which means to move something to a new place. Using 'locate' when 'find' would be simpler. Confusing the spelling with similar words like 'location.'
How do you pronounce Locate?
US: /["/ˈləʊkeɪt/","/ˈləʊkeɪts/","/ˈləʊkeɪtɪd/","/ˈləʊkeɪtɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ləʊˈkeɪt/","/ləʊˈkeɪts/","/ləʊˈkeɪtɪd/","/ləʊˈkeɪtɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Locate?
Used in both written and spoken English. It's appropriate in everyday conversation, academic contexts, and instruction. Avoid in overly casual settings like chatting among friends.
What CEFR level is Locate?
"Locate" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.