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Popular

🇬🇧 UK //ˈpɒpjʊlə// 🇺🇸 US //ˈpɑːpjələr//

Meaning of Popular

Well-liked or admired by many people.

In simple words: Well-liked by many people

Popular in a sentence

• This song is really popular right now.
• The restaurant is popular among locals.
• His popular blog has many followers.
• She became popular after the talent show.
• The popular movie broke box office records.

How to use Popular

Commonly used to describe trends, people, or things that many favor. Avoid using it for very niche or rare topics.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'pop' in 'popular' as something that pops into everyone's mind.

Related words

Collocations with Popular

• popular opinion
• popular choice
• popular culture

Synonyms for Popular

• famous
• liked
• admired
• trendy
• fashionable

Opposites of Popular

• unpopular
• unknown
• disliked

Common mistakes with Popular

• Confused with 'famous' - 'popular' relates to people’s preference, while 'famous' is about being known.
• Using 'popular' with negative contexts - it’s generally positive.
• Misplacing 'popular' in sentences - it should come before the noun it describes.

Frequently asked questions about Popular

What does Popular mean?

Well-liked by many people

What is the definition of Popular?

Well-liked or admired by many people.

How do you use Popular in a sentence?

This song is really popular right now.

Can you give another example of Popular?

The restaurant is popular among locals.

What are synonyms for Popular?

Common alternatives include famous, liked, admired, trendy, fashionable.

What is the opposite of Popular?

Opposite meanings include unpopular, unknown, disliked.

What words go with Popular?

It commonly pairs with popular opinion, popular choice, popular culture.

What are common mistakes when using Popular?

Confused with 'famous' - 'popular' relates to people’s preference, while 'famous' is about being known. Using 'popular' with negative contexts - it’s generally positive. Misplacing 'popular' in sentences - it should come before the noun it describes.

How do you pronounce Popular?

US: //ˈpɑːpjələr//, UK: //ˈpɒpjʊlə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Popular?

Commonly used to describe trends, people, or things that many favor. Avoid using it for very niche or rare topics.

What CEFR level is Popular?

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