B2noun 1K

Motor

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈməʊtə(r)/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈməʊtər/"]/

Meaning of Motor

a device that uses electricity, petrol, etc. to produce movement and makes a machine, a vehicle, a boat, etc. work

In simple words: A machine that makes something move.

Motor in a sentence

• The motor in my car is making a strange noise.
• He is skilled at repairing various types of motors.
• The motor on the bike allows it to go faster without extra effort.
• In a vehicle, the motor is essential for movement.
• She studied motor performance and how it affects athletics.

How to use Motor

Used when talking about machines, vehicles, or engines. Not typically used in very formal contexts, but acceptable in everyday conversation.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'motor' moving you to places, like a car or a bike.

Related words

Collocations with Motor

• large
• powerful
• small
• start
• turn on
• turn off
• run
• work
• drive something

Synonyms for Motor

• engine
• machine
• motorcycle
• generator

Opposites of Motor

• brake
• stop

Common mistakes with Motor

• Confused with 'moter', a common misspelling.
• Used incorrectly as a verb; 'motor' is a noun.
• Misunderstood as referring only to electric motors, while it includes other types.

Frequently asked questions about Motor

What does Motor mean?

A machine that makes something move.

What is the definition of Motor?

a device that uses electricity, petrol, etc. to produce movement and makes a machine, a vehicle, a boat, etc. work

How do you use Motor in a sentence?

The motor in my car is making a strange noise.

Can you give another example of Motor?

He is skilled at repairing various types of motors.

What are synonyms for Motor?

Common alternatives include engine, machine, motorcycle, generator.

What is the opposite of Motor?

Opposite meanings include brake, stop.

What words go with Motor?

It commonly pairs with large, powerful, small, start, turn on, turn off, run, work, drive something.

What are common mistakes when using Motor?

Confused with 'moter', a common misspelling. Used incorrectly as a verb; 'motor' is a noun. Misunderstood as referring only to electric motors, while it includes other types.

How do you pronounce Motor?

US: /["/ˈməʊtər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈməʊtə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Motor?

Used when talking about machines, vehicles, or engines. Not typically used in very formal contexts, but acceptable in everyday conversation.

What CEFR level is Motor?

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