B2noun 1K

Opening

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈəʊpənɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈəʊpənɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Opening

a space or hole that somebody/something can pass through

In simple words: The act of starting something, like a door or a conversation.

Opening in a sentence

• The opening of the new library was attended by the mayor.
• She found a small opening in the fence to get through.
• During the opening remarks, the speaker emphasized the importance of community.
• He was looking for an opening to change the subject during the awkward conversation.
• The opening chapter of the book grabbed my attention immediately.
• She saw an opening in the crowded market and quickly darted through.
• The artist received praise for the emotional depth of her opening piece.
• He made a strategic opening move in the chess game.

How to use Opening

Use 'opening' in contexts like starting an event, conversation, or presenting a door. It's neutral and can be used in formal or informal settings.

Grammar pattern

opening + object

Memory hint

Think of an 'open' door welcoming you inside.

Related words

Collocations with Opening

• large
• wide
• narrow
• cut
• create
• make
• opening in
• opening to
• successful
• chess
• opening to
• grand
• formal
• official
• attend
• celebrate
• mark
• ceremony
• new
• possible
• clear
• create
• provide
• give somebody
• opening for
• opening in
• new
• possible
• clear
• create
• provide
• give somebody
• opening for
• opening in

Synonyms for Opening

• vacancy

Opposites of Opening

• closing
• ending

Common mistakes with Opening

• Confusing 'opening' with 'opener' which is a tool or person that opens.
• Using 'opening' without an object, e.g., saying 'the opening' instead of 'the opening of the door'.
• Misusing tense; not matching 'opening' with the correct verb form.

Frequently asked questions about Opening

What does Opening mean?

The act of starting something, like a door or a conversation.

What is the definition of Opening?

a space or hole that somebody/something can pass through

How do you use Opening in a sentence?

The opening of the new library was attended by the mayor.

Can you give another example of Opening?

She found a small opening in the fence to get through.

What are synonyms for Opening?

Common alternatives include vacancy.

What is the opposite of Opening?

Opposite meanings include closing, ending.

What words go with Opening?

It commonly pairs with large, wide, narrow, cut, create, make, opening in, opening to, successful, chess, opening to, grand, formal, official, attend, celebrate, mark, ceremony, new, possible, clear, create, provide, give somebody, opening for, opening in, new, possible, clear, create, provide, give somebody, opening for, opening in.

What are common mistakes when using Opening?

Confusing 'opening' with 'opener' which is a tool or person that opens. Using 'opening' without an object, e.g., saying 'the opening' instead of 'the opening of the door'. Misusing tense; not matching 'opening' with the correct verb form.

How do you pronounce Opening?

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

When should I use Opening?

Use 'opening' in contexts like starting an event, conversation, or presenting a door. It's neutral and can be used in formal or informal settings.

What CEFR level is Opening?

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