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UK/["/ˈpɜːsənl/"]/US/["/ˈpɜːrsənl/"]/

Meaning of Personal

In simple words: Relating to someone as an individual, not general or public.

Personal in a sentence

  • This diary is for my personal thoughts and feelings.
  • She has a personal style that is unique to her.
  • He shared some personal details during the interview.
  • It's important to keep your personal information safe online.
  • They had a personal meeting to discuss their plans.

How to use Personal

Use 'personal' when discussing feelings, opinions, or information related to an individual. Avoid in formal contexts where privacy is irrelevant.

Grammar pattern

personal + noun

Memory hint

Think of 'person' + 'al' — something that belongs to a person.

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Collocations with Personal

Synonyms for Personal

Opposites of Personal

Common mistakes with Personal

  • Confused with 'personnel', which refers to staff or employees.
  • Using 'personal' to describe something general or public.
  • Mixing up 'personal' and 'private' regarding confidentiality.

Compare Personal with Individual, Private, Intimate, Unique

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Frequently asked questions about Personal

What does Personal mean?

Relating to someone as an individual, not general or public.

What is the definition of Personal?

your own; not belonging to or connected with anyone else

How do you use Personal in a sentence?

This diary is for my personal thoughts and feelings.

Can you give another example of Personal?

She has a personal style that is unique to her.

What are synonyms for Personal?

Common alternatives include individual, private, intimate, subjective, unique.

What is the opposite of Personal?

Opposite meanings include public, general.

What words go with Personal?

It commonly pairs with be, feel, seem, deeply, intensely, purely, be, feel, seem, deeply, intensely, purely, be, feel, seem, deeply, intensely, purely, be, feel, seem, deeply, intensely, purely.

What are common mistakes when using Personal?

Confused with 'personnel', which refers to staff or employees. Using 'personal' to describe something general or public. Mixing up 'personal' and 'private' regarding confidentiality.

How do you pronounce Personal?

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

When should I use Personal?

Use 'personal' when discussing feelings, opinions, or information related to an individual. Avoid in formal contexts where privacy is irrelevant.

What CEFR level is Personal?

"Personal" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.