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UK/["/ˈmʌŋki/"]/US/["/ˈmʌŋki/"]/

Meaning of Monkey

In simple words: A small, intelligent animal that lives in trees and often has a long tail.

Monkey in a sentence

  • Like humans, apes and monkeys live in complex social groupings.
  • The disease affects monkeys and humans in similar ways.
  • A troop of monkeys crashed their way through the trees.
  • Scientists visiting the island encountered a troop of wild monkeys.
  • Come here, you cheeky little monkey!
  • The team have never beaten Germany and they'll be desperate to get that monkey off their backs.
  • I don’t give a monkey’s whether you want to come or not.

How to use Monkey

Used in both casual and educational contexts. Avoid using in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'mon-key' – imagine a key to the jungle where monkeys live.

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Collocations with Monkey

Synonyms for Monkey

  • primate
  • simian
  • ape

Opposites of Monkey

Common mistakes with Monkey

  • Confusing with 'ape', which lacks a tail.
  • Incorrect pluralization; should be 'monkeys' not 'monkeyses'.

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Frequently asked questions about Monkey

What does Monkey mean?

A small, intelligent animal that lives in trees and often has a long tail.

What is the definition of Monkey?

an animal with a long tail, that climbs trees and lives in hot countries. There are several types of monkey and they are related to apes and humans.

How do you use Monkey in a sentence?

Like humans, apes and monkeys live in complex social groupings.

Can you give another example of Monkey?

The disease affects monkeys and humans in similar ways.

What are synonyms for Monkey?

Common alternatives include primate, simian, ape.

What is the opposite of Monkey?

Opposite meanings include human, ape.

What words go with Monkey?

It commonly pairs with capuchin, howler, rhesus, horde, troop, chatter, hang, swing.

What are common mistakes when using Monkey?

Confusing with 'ape', which lacks a tail. Incorrect pluralization; should be 'monkeys' not 'monkeyses'.

How do you pronounce Monkey?

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

When should I use Monkey?

Used in both casual and educational contexts. Avoid using in formal writing.

What CEFR level is Monkey?

"Monkey" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.