A2noun 1K

Option

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈɒpʃn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈɑːpʃn/"]/

Meaning of Option

something that you can choose to have or do; the freedom to choose what you do

In simple words: A choice or possibility.

Option in a sentence

• You have the option to choose your own adventure in the story.
• The restaurant offers vegan options for those who do not eat meat.
• If you don't like that shirt, we can look for another option.
• There is an option to upgrade your account for more features.
• I've decided to take the option that allows more flexibility.

How to use Option

Use 'option' when talking about available choices. It's appropriate in both casual and formal settings but less common in very informal speech. Avoid using it when there are no choices to make.

Grammar pattern

option + object

Memory hint

Sounds like 'opt-shun' — think of opting for one of many choices.

Related words

Collocations with Option

• available
• possible
• viable
• choose
• exercise
• select
• keep your options open
• leave your options open
• available
• possible
• viable
• choose
• exercise
• select
• keep your options open
• leave your options open
• first
• share
• stock
• have
• exercise
• take
• option on
• available
• possible
• viable
• choose
• exercise
• select
• keep your options open
• leave your options open

Synonyms for Option

• choice
• alternative
• selection
• variety
• possibility

Opposites of Option

• obligation
• constraint

Common mistakes with Option

• Confused with 'choice' — 'option' suggests multiple possibilities, while 'choice' may imply a selection.
• Misusing in singular — 'options' is often more appropriate when discussing more than one.
• Using as a verb — 'option' is a noun, not a verb.

Frequently asked questions about Option

What does Option mean?

A choice or possibility.

What is the definition of Option?

something that you can choose to have or do; the freedom to choose what you do

How do you use Option in a sentence?

You have the option to choose your own adventure in the story.

Can you give another example of Option?

The restaurant offers vegan options for those who do not eat meat.

What are synonyms for Option?

Common alternatives include choice, alternative, selection, variety, possibility.

What is the opposite of Option?

Opposite meanings include obligation, constraint.

What words go with Option?

It commonly pairs with available, possible, viable, choose, exercise, select, keep your options open, leave your options open, available, possible, viable, choose, exercise, select, keep your options open, leave your options open, first, share, stock, have, exercise, take, option on, available, possible, viable, choose, exercise, select, keep your options open, leave your options open.

What are common mistakes when using Option?

Confused with 'choice' — 'option' suggests multiple possibilities, while 'choice' may imply a selection. Misusing in singular — 'options' is often more appropriate when discussing more than one. Using as a verb — 'option' is a noun, not a verb.

How do you pronounce Option?

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

When should I use Option?

Use 'option' when talking about available choices. It's appropriate in both casual and formal settings but less common in very informal speech. Avoid using it when there are no choices to make.

What CEFR level is Option?

"Option" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.