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UK/["/ˈnɪkl/"]/US/["/ˈnɪkl/"]/

Meaning of Nickel

a chemical element. Nickel is a hard silver-white metal used in making some types of steel and other alloys.

In simple words: A nickel is a coin worth five cents.

Nickel in a sentence

  • I found a nickel on the ground.
  • The vending machine takes nickels, dimes, and quarters.
  • Can you spare a nickel for the bus fare?

How to use Nickel

Use 'nickel' when referring to the specific five-cent coin in casual or everyday conversation. It's not typically used in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone object

Memory hint

Think of a 'nickel' as 'five' on a 'nickel' scale - 5 cents!

Related words

Collocations with Nickel

  • collect nickels
  • spend a nickel
  • nickel coin

Synonyms for Nickel

Opposites of Nickel

Common mistakes with Nickel

  • Confused with 'penny' or 'dime'
  • Using 'nickels' in singular contexts when it should be plural
  • Mispronouncing as 'nipple'

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Frequently asked questions about Nickel

What does Nickel mean?

A nickel is a coin worth five cents.

What is the definition of Nickel?

a chemical element. Nickel is a hard silver-white metal used in making some types of steel and other alloys.

How do you use Nickel in a sentence?

I found a nickel on the ground.

Can you give another example of Nickel?

The vending machine takes nickels, dimes, and quarters.

What are synonyms for Nickel?

Common alternatives include five-cent coin, currency, coin.

What is the opposite of Nickel?

Opposite meanings include penny, dollar.

What words go with Nickel?

It commonly pairs with collect nickels, spend a nickel, nickel coin.

What are common mistakes when using Nickel?

Confused with 'penny' or 'dime' Using 'nickels' in singular contexts when it should be plural Mispronouncing as 'nipple'

How do you pronounce Nickel?

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

When should I use Nickel?

Use 'nickel' when referring to the specific five-cent coin in casual or everyday conversation. It's not typically used in formal writing.

What CEFR level is Nickel?

"Nickel" is at C2 level on the CEFR scale.