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UK/["/ˈnɜːsəri/"]/US/["/ˈnɜːrsəri/"]/

Meaning of Nursery

a place where young children are cared for while their parents are at work; a day nursery or nursery school

In simple words: A place for young children to play and learn.

Nursery in a sentence

  • Her youngest child is at nursery now.
  • The children are at nursery three days a week.

How to use Nursery

Use 'nursery' to refer to both the physical space for small children and a place where plants are grown. Appropriate in both formal and informal contexts when discussing childcare or gardening.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'nurturing' young ones in a cozy room.

Related words

Collocations with Nursery

  • nursery rhyme
  • nurture in a nursery
  • childcare nursery
  • plant nursery

Synonyms for Nursery

Opposites of Nursery

Common mistakes with Nursery

  • Confusing 'nursery' with 'nursery school' (a specific type of educational institution).
  • Using 'nursery' exclusively for educational contexts, ignoring the plant-related meaning.

Compare Nursery with Preschool, Kindergarten

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Frequently asked questions about Nursery

What does Nursery mean?

A place for young children to play and learn.

What is the definition of Nursery?

a place where young children are cared for while their parents are at work; a day nursery or nursery school

How do you use Nursery in a sentence?

Her youngest child is at nursery now.

Can you give another example of Nursery?

The children are at nursery three days a week.

What are synonyms for Nursery?

Common alternatives include daycare, preschool, creche, kindergarten.

What is the opposite of Nursery?

Opposite meanings include adult, grown-up.

What words go with Nursery?

It commonly pairs with nursery rhyme, nurture in a nursery, childcare nursery, plant nursery.

What are common mistakes when using Nursery?

Confusing 'nursery' with 'nursery school' (a specific type of educational institution). Using 'nursery' exclusively for educational contexts, ignoring the plant-related meaning.

How do you pronounce Nursery?

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

When should I use Nursery?

Use 'nursery' to refer to both the physical space for small children and a place where plants are grown. Appropriate in both formal and informal contexts when discussing childcare or gardening.

What CEFR level is Nursery?

"Nursery" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.