B2verb1K

UK/["/melt/","/melts/","/ˈmeltɪd/","/ˈmeltɪŋ/"]/US/["/melt/","/melts/","/ˈmeltɪd/","/ˈmeltɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Melt

In simple words: To change from solid to liquid, usually with heat.

Melt in a sentence

  • The ice will melt when the temperature rises above freezing.
  • She watched the chocolate melt in the warm pot.
  • The sunlight began to melt the snow on the ground.
  • He tried to melt her heart with sweet words and gestures.
  • As the day went on, their differences began to melt away.

How to use Melt

Use 'melt' when referring to materials like chocolate or ice. It's not used with living things and is more common in cooking contexts.

Grammar pattern

melt + object

Memory hint

Imagine a snowman melting under the sun.

Related words

Collocations with Melt

  • melt chocolate
  • melt ice
  • melt away
  • melt into

Synonyms for Melt

Opposites of Melt

Common mistakes with Melt

  • Using 'melt' for living things (e.g., 'melt a person')
  • Confusing 'melt' with 'dissolve'
  • Incorrectly using 'melted' as an adjective for solids

Compare Melt with Dissolve, Thaw

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Frequently asked questions about Melt

What does Melt mean?

To change from solid to liquid, usually with heat.

What is the definition of Melt?

to become or make something become liquid as a result of heating

How do you use Melt in a sentence?

The ice will melt when the temperature rises above freezing.

Can you give another example of Melt?

She watched the chocolate melt in the warm pot.

What are synonyms for Melt?

Common alternatives include liquefy, dissolve, soften, thaw.

What is the opposite of Melt?

Opposite meanings include freeze, solidify, harden.

What words go with Melt?

It commonly pairs with melt chocolate, melt ice, melt away, melt into.

What are common mistakes when using Melt?

Using 'melt' for living things (e.g., 'melt a person') Confusing 'melt' with 'dissolve' Incorrectly using 'melted' as an adjective for solids

How do you pronounce Melt?

US: /["/melt/","/melts/","/ˈmeltɪd/","/ˈmeltɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/melt/","/melts/","/ˈmeltɪd/","/ˈmeltɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Melt?

Use 'melt' when referring to materials like chocolate or ice. It's not used with living things and is more common in cooking contexts.

What CEFR level is Melt?

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