Cool MateMeaning of Monk
a member of a religious group of men who often live apart from other people in a monastery and who do not marry or have personal possessions
In simple words: A religious man who lives apart from the world, usually in a monastery.
Monk in a sentence
- **Benedictine/Buddhist monks**
How to use Monk
Used in both formal and informal contexts, often when discussing religion, spirituality, or specific cultures. Not commonly used in casual conversation unless relevant.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of a 'monk' living in a 'monastery', both start with 'm'.
Related words
Collocations with Monk
- Buddhist
- Tibetan
- Zen
- become
- chant
Synonyms for Monk
- friar
- mendicant
- ascetic
- hermit
Opposites of Monk
- layperson
- secular
Common mistakes with Monk
- Confused with 'monk' vs 'monk's' (possessive form)
- Incorrectly assumes all monks are associated with one religion
- Used inappropriately in non-religious contexts
Monk appears in
Monk in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
راهب
رجل متدين يعيش بعيدًا عن العالم، عادة في دير.
- Bengaliবাংলা
সন্ন্যাসী
একজন ধর্মপ্রাণ পুরুষ যিনি সাধারণ জীবন থেকে দূরে, সাধারণত মঠে বাস করেন।
- GermanDeutsch
Mönch
Ein religiöser Mann, der abgeschieden von der Welt lebt, meist in einem Kloster.
- SpanishEspañol
Monje
Un hombre religioso que vive apartado del mundo, normalmente en un monasterio.
- Persianفارسی
راهب
مرد مذهبی که از دنیای بیرون جدا زندگی میکند، معمولاً در یک صومعه.
- FrenchFrançais
Moine
Un homme religieux qui vit à l'écart du monde, généralement dans un monastère.
- Hindiहिन्दी
साधु
एक धार्मिक व्यक्ति जो दुनिया से अलग रहता है, आमतौर पर एक मठ में।
- ItalianItaliano
Monaco
Un uomo religioso che vive separato dal mondo, di solito in un monastero.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Monge
Um homem religioso que vive separado do mundo, geralmente em um mosteiro.
- RussianРусский
Монах
Религиозный мужчина, который живет отдельно от мира, обычно в монастыре.
- Urduاردو
راہب
ایک مذہبی آدمی جو دنیا سے الگ رہتا ہے، عام طور پر خانقاہ میں۔
- Chinese中文
Monk
一个与世隔绝的宗教人士，通常住在修道院里。
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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
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- AbstractB2
based on general ideas and not on any particular real person, thing or situation
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Frequently asked questions about Monk
What does Monk mean?
A religious man who lives apart from the world, usually in a monastery.
What is the definition of Monk?
a member of a religious group of men who often live apart from other people in a monastery and who do not marry or have personal possessions
How do you use Monk in a sentence?
**Benedictine/Buddhist monks**
What are synonyms for Monk?
Common alternatives include friar, mendicant, ascetic, hermit.
What is the opposite of Monk?
Opposite meanings include layperson, secular.
What words go with Monk?
It commonly pairs with Buddhist, Tibetan, Zen, become, chant.
What are common mistakes when using Monk?
Confused with 'monk' vs 'monk's' (possessive form) Incorrectly assumes all monks are associated with one religion Used inappropriately in non-religious contexts
How do you pronounce Monk?
US: /["/mʌŋk/"]/, UK: /["/mʌŋk/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Monk?
Used in both formal and informal contexts, often when discussing religion, spirituality, or specific cultures. Not commonly used in casual conversation unless relevant.
What CEFR level is Monk?
"Monk" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.