Cool MateMeaning of Pray
In simple words: To talk to God or a higher power, asking for help or giving thanks.
Pray in a sentence
- Every night before bed, I take a moment to pray.
- During tough times, many people find comfort in the act of pray.
- She decided to pray for her friend who was ill.
- The community gathers to pray together every Sunday.
- He asked his parents if they could pray at the dinner table.
- I often pray for guidance when I face difficult decisions.
- They pray for peace in times of conflict.
How to use Pray
Often used in religious contexts. Appropriate in formal situations like worship. Less common in casual conversations unless discussing personal beliefs.
Grammar pattern
pray + to/for + object
Memory hint
Sounds like 'pay' — think of paying respect through prayer.
Related words
Collocations with Pray
- desperately
- earnestly
- fervently
- for
- over
- to
- hope and pray
- let us pray
- desperately
- earnestly
- fervently
- for
- over
- to
- hope and pray
- let us pray
Opposites of Pray
- doubt
- disbelieve
Common mistakes with Pray
- Confused with 'plead' — 'plead' is more about asking urgently.
- Using 'pray' as a noun instead of a verb.
- Saying 'pray for to' when it should be 'pray for'.
Pray appears in
Pray in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
يصلي
التحدث إلى الله أو قوة أعلى، طلبًا للمساعدة أو تقديم الشكر.
- Bengaliবাংলা
প্রার্থনা করা
ঈশ্বর বা কোনো উচ্চতর শক্তির সাথে কথা বলা, সাহায্য চাওয়া বা ধন্যবাদ জানানো।
- GermanDeutsch
beten
Mit Gott oder einer höheren Macht sprechen, um Hilfe zu bitten oder Dankbarkeit auszudrücken.
- SpanishEspañol
Rezar
Hablar con Dios o un poder superior, pidiendo ayuda o dando gracias.
- Persianفارسی
دعا کردن
با خدا یا یک نیروی بالاتر صحبت کردن، درخواست کمک کردن یا شکرگزاری کردن.
- FrenchFrançais
Prier
Parler à Dieu ou à une puissance supérieure, pour demander de l'aide ou rendre grâce.
- Hindiहिन्दी
प्रार्थना करना
ईश्वर या किसी उच्च शक्ति से बात करना, मदद मांगना या धन्यवाद देना।
- ItalianItaliano
Preghiera
Parlare con Dio o un potere superiore, chiedendo aiuto o ringraziando.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Rezar
Falar com Deus ou um poder superior, pedindo ajuda ou agradecendo.
- RussianРусский
Молиться
Поговорить с Богом или высшей силой, прося о помощи или выражая благодарность.
- Urduاردو
دعا کرنا
خدا یا کسی اعلٰی ہستی سے مدد مانگنے یا شکر ادا کرنے کے لیے بات کرنا۔
- Chinese中文
祈祷
与上帝或更高的力量交谈，请求帮助或表达感谢。
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Frequently asked questions about Pray
What does Pray mean?
To talk to God or a higher power, asking for help or giving thanks.
What is the definition of Pray?
to speak to God, especially to give thanks or ask for help
How do you use Pray in a sentence?
Every night before bed, I take a moment to pray.
Can you give another example of Pray?
During tough times, many people find comfort in the act of pray.
What are synonyms for Pray?
Common alternatives include invoke, entreat, petition, implore, beseech.
What is the opposite of Pray?
Opposite meanings include doubt, disbelieve.
What words go with Pray?
It commonly pairs with desperately, earnestly, fervently, for, over, to, hope and pray, let us pray, desperately, earnestly, fervently, for, over, to, hope and pray, let us pray.
What are common mistakes when using Pray?
Confused with 'plead' — 'plead' is more about asking urgently. Using 'pray' as a noun instead of a verb. Saying 'pray for to' when it should be 'pray for'.
How do you pronounce Pray?
US: /["/preɪ/","/preɪz/","/preɪd/","/ˈpreɪɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/preɪ/","/preɪz/","/preɪd/","/ˈpreɪɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Pray?
Often used in religious contexts. Appropriate in formal situations like worship. Less common in casual conversations unless discussing personal beliefs.
What CEFR level is Pray?
"Pray" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.