B1noun 1K

Mystery

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈmɪstri/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈmɪstəri/"]/

Meaning of Mystery

something that is difficult to understand or to explain

In simple words: Something that is not known or is hard to understand.

Mystery in a sentence

• The novel was filled with suspense and every page turned revealed another mystery.
• There is a mystery surrounding the disappearance of the ancient artifact.
• For many, the origins of the universe remain a profound mystery.
• She loved solving the mystery of the missing cookies from the jar.
• The detective faced a real mystery when the clues seemed to lead nowhere.

How to use Mystery

Used to describe situations or stories that are puzzling or unexplained. Commonly used in literature and entertainment (e.g. mystery novels). Avoid in casual conversations when discussing simple topics.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'mystery' as 'mysteries' that are hidden like a 'missed story'.

Related words

Collocations with Mystery

• big
• great
• little
• be
• present (somebody with)
• remain
• remain
• deepen
• unfold
• man
• woman
• caller
• mystery about
• mystery as to
• mystery to
• an air of mystery
• an aura of mystery
• something of a mystery
• big
• great
• little
• be
• present (somebody with)
• remain
• remain
• deepen
• unfold
• man
• woman
• caller
• mystery about
• mystery as to
• mystery to
• an air of mystery
• an aura of mystery
• something of a mystery
• big
• great
• little
• be
• present (somebody with)
• remain
• remain
• deepen
• unfold
• man
• woman
• caller
• mystery about
• mystery as to
• mystery to
• an air of mystery
• an aura of mystery
• something of a mystery
• big
• great
• little
• be
• present (somebody with)
• remain
• remain
• deepen
• unfold
• man
• woman
• caller
• mystery about
• mystery as to
• mystery to
• an air of mystery
• an aura of mystery
• something of a mystery

Synonyms for Mystery

• enigma
• puzzle
• mystification
• riddle
• secret

Opposites of Mystery

• clarity
• certainty

Common mistakes with Mystery

• Confused with 'history' because of similar sounds.
• Using 'mystery' as a verb instead of a noun.

Frequently asked questions about Mystery

What does Mystery mean?

Something that is not known or is hard to understand.

What is the definition of Mystery?

something that is difficult to understand or to explain

How do you use Mystery in a sentence?

The novel was filled with suspense and every page turned revealed another mystery.

Can you give another example of Mystery?

There is a mystery surrounding the disappearance of the ancient artifact.

What are synonyms for Mystery?

Common alternatives include enigma, puzzle, mystification, riddle, secret.

What is the opposite of Mystery?

Opposite meanings include clarity, certainty.

What words go with Mystery?

It commonly pairs with big, great, little, be, present (somebody with), remain, remain, deepen, unfold, man, woman, caller, mystery about, mystery as to, mystery to, an air of mystery, an aura of mystery, something of a mystery, big, great, little, be, present (somebody with), remain, remain, deepen, unfold, man, woman, caller, mystery about, mystery as to, mystery to, an air of mystery, an aura of mystery, something of a mystery, big, great, little, be, present (somebody with), remain, remain, deepen, unfold, man, woman, caller, mystery about, mystery as to, mystery to, an air of mystery, an aura of mystery, something of a mystery, big, great, little, be, present (somebody with), remain, remain, deepen, unfold, man, woman, caller, mystery about, mystery as to, mystery to, an air of mystery, an aura of mystery, something of a mystery.

What are common mistakes when using Mystery?

Confused with 'history' because of similar sounds. Using 'mystery' as a verb instead of a noun.

How do you pronounce Mystery?

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

When should I use Mystery?

Used to describe situations or stories that are puzzling or unexplained. Commonly used in literature and entertainment (e.g. mystery novels). Avoid in casual conversations when discussing simple topics.

What CEFR level is Mystery?

"Mystery" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.