Cool MateMeaning of Matches
Small sticks made of wood or cardboard that ignite when struck.
In simple words: Small sticks that create fire when you strike them.
Matches in a sentence
- He struck the match to light the candles.
- She kept a box of matches in her camping gear.
- The old matches were damp and wouldn't light.
- The soccer match ended in a draw.
- They attended the football match last weekend.
How to use Matches
Use 'matches' to refer to the small sticks for starting fires. Avoid using it to mean sports games unless the context is clear.
Grammar pattern
countable noun
Memory hint
Think of a striking match that lights up in flames.
Related words
Collocations with Matches
- strike a match
- box of matches
- matches lit
- matches for lighting
- safety matches
Synonyms for Matches
- firestarter
- igniter
- spark
Opposites of Matches
- mismatches
- discrepancies
Common mistakes with Matches
- Confused with 'match' meaning a game.
- Using 'match' to refer to multiple sticks instead of 'matches'.
Matches appears in
Matches in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
أعواد ثقاب
عصي صغيرة بتولع نار لما تدعكها.
- Bengaliবাংলা
ম্যাচ
ছোট কাঠি যা ঘষলে আগুন জ্বলে।
- GermanDeutsch
Stre Hölzer, Spiele
Kleine Stöcke, die Feuer machen, wenn man sie reibt.
- SpanishEspañol
Cerillas, Fósforos
Palitos que crean fuego cuando los frotas.
- Persianفارسی
چوب کبریت
چوبهای کوچکی که وقتی به هم میزنید، آتش ایجاد میکنند.
- FrenchFrançais
Allumettes, Rencontres
Petits bâtons qui font du feu quand on les gratte.
- Hindiहिन्दी
माचिस
छोटी छड़ें जिनसे रगड़ने पर आग जल जाती है।
- ItalianItaliano
Fiammiferi, Partite
Bastoncini che creano fuoco quando li strofini.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Fósforos, Partidas
Palitos que fazem fogo quando você os raspa.
- RussianРусский
Спички
Маленькие палочки, которые создают огонь, когда их чиркаешь.
- Urduاردو
تیری، ماچس
چھوٹی لکڑیاں جو رگڑنے پر آگ پیدا کرتی ہیں۔
- Chinese中文
火柴
撞一下就会着火的小木棍。
More words like Matches
- Spark
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to feel certain that something is true or that somebody is telling you the truth
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Expressing astonishment or skepticism about a situation.
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an area of land that has or used to have its own government and laws
- Our country was attacked
Our nation was harmed or invaded by an enemy force.
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Frequently asked questions about Matches
What does Matches mean?
Small sticks that create fire when you strike them.
What is the definition of Matches?
Small sticks made of wood or cardboard that ignite when struck.
How do you use Matches in a sentence?
He struck the match to light the candles.
Can you give another example of Matches?
She kept a box of matches in her camping gear.
What are synonyms for Matches?
Common alternatives include firestarter, igniter, spark.
What is the opposite of Matches?
Opposite meanings include mismatches, discrepancies.
What words go with Matches?
It commonly pairs with strike a match, box of matches, matches lit, matches for lighting, safety matches.
What are common mistakes when using Matches?
Confused with 'match' meaning a game. Using 'match' to refer to multiple sticks instead of 'matches'.
How do you pronounce Matches?
US: //mætʃɪz//, UK: //mætʃɪz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Matches?
Use 'matches' to refer to the small sticks for starting fires. Avoid using it to mean sports games unless the context is clear.