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UK/["/pəˈliːs/"]/US/["/pəˈliːs/"]/

Meaning of Police

In simple words: The people who keep the law and help everyone stay safe.

Police in a sentence

  • The police arrived quickly to handle the situation.
  • You should always call the police if you see a crime.
  • The police officer gave me directions to the nearest hospital.
  • She wants to become a police officer when she grows up.
  • The police are investigating a series of burglaries in the area.

How to use Police

Use 'police' when talking about law enforcement in general. Avoid in informal contexts where you might say 'cops' instead. Ideal for news, discussions about safety, or legal matters.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'police' like 'poli-ce', where 'poli' reminds you of 'policies' that keep you safe.

Related words

Collocations with Police

Synonyms for Police

  • law enforcement
  • constabulary
  • sheriff's department
  • gendarmerie
  • patrol

Opposites of Police

Common mistakes with Police

  • Confused with 'policy', meaning rules or guidelines.
  • Using 'police' as a singular instead of plural.
  • Mixing up the noun 'police' with the verb 'to police'.

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Frequently asked questions about Police

What does Police mean?

The people who keep the law and help everyone stay safe.

What is the definition of Police?

an official organization whose job is to make people obey the law and to prevent and solve crime; the people who work for this organization

How do you use Police in a sentence?

The police arrived quickly to handle the situation.

Can you give another example of Police?

You should always call the police if you see a crime.

What are synonyms for Police?

Common alternatives include law enforcement, constabulary, sheriff's department, gendarmerie, patrol.

What is the opposite of Police?

Opposite meanings include criminal, offender.

What words go with Police?

It commonly pairs with armed, mounted, plain-clothes, call, contact, alert, arrest somebody, detain somebody, catch somebody, captain, chief, commissioner, helping the police with their enquiries, in police custody.

What are common mistakes when using Police?

Confused with 'policy', meaning rules or guidelines. Using 'police' as a singular instead of plural. Mixing up the noun 'police' with the verb 'to police'.

How do you pronounce Police?

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

When should I use Police?

Use 'police' when talking about law enforcement in general. Avoid in informal contexts where you might say 'cops' instead. Ideal for news, discussions about safety, or legal matters.

What CEFR level is Police?

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