A2noun 1K

Poster

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈpəʊstə(r)/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈpəʊstər/"]/

Meaning of Poster

a large notice, often with a picture on it, that is put in a public place to advertise something

In simple words: A large piece of paper with pictures or information on it.

Poster in a sentence

• She hung a colorful poster on the wall to brighten up the room.
• The movie poster featured the main actor prominently at the center.
• He decided to create a poster for the school event to attract more attendees.
• In art class, we learned how to design an effective poster that conveys our message clearly.
• The science fair displayed a poster that explained the experiment and its results.

How to use Poster

Used in everyday conversations and writing. Common in school or promotional contexts, but less so in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'poster' hanging on a wall, as a 'post' for everyone to see.

Related words

Collocations with Poster

• campaign
• circus
• election
• display
• hang
• hang up
• appear
• go up
• hang
• campaign
• board
• presentation
• on a/​the poster
• poster for
• poster of
• campaign
• circus
• election
• display
• hang
• hang up
• appear
• go up
• hang
• campaign
• board
• presentation
• on a/​the poster
• poster for
• poster of

Synonyms for Poster

• banner
• billboard
• placard
• sign
• flier

Opposites of Poster

• remover
• dismantler

Common mistakes with Poster

• Confused with 'flyer' — a poster is usually larger.
• Using 'posters' incorrectly as a verb.
• Mispronouncing it as 'poaster'.

Frequently asked questions about Poster

What does Poster mean?

A large piece of paper with pictures or information on it.

What is the definition of Poster?

a large notice, often with a picture on it, that is put in a public place to advertise something

How do you use Poster in a sentence?

She hung a colorful poster on the wall to brighten up the room.

Can you give another example of Poster?

The movie poster featured the main actor prominently at the center.

What are synonyms for Poster?

Common alternatives include banner, billboard, placard, sign, flier.

What is the opposite of Poster?

Opposite meanings include remover, dismantler.

What words go with Poster?

It commonly pairs with campaign, circus, election, display, hang, hang up, appear, go up, hang, campaign, board, presentation, on a/​the poster, poster for, poster of, campaign, circus, election, display, hang, hang up, appear, go up, hang, campaign, board, presentation, on a/​the poster, poster for, poster of.

What are common mistakes when using Poster?

Confused with 'flyer' — a poster is usually larger. Using 'posters' incorrectly as a verb. Mispronouncing it as 'poaster'.

How do you pronounce Poster?

US: /["/ˈpəʊstər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈpəʊstə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Poster?

Used in everyday conversations and writing. Common in school or promotional contexts, but less so in formal writing.

What CEFR level is Poster?

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