A2verb 1K

Pull

🇬🇧 UK /["/pʊl/","/pʊlz/","/pʊld/","/ˈpʊlɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/pʊl/","/pʊlz/","/pʊld/","/ˈpʊlɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Pull

to take hold of something and use force in order to move it or try to move it towards yourself

In simple words: To use your strength to move something toward you.

Pull in a sentence

• You need to pull the door to open it.
• He will pull the wagon up the hill.
• Can you pull this rope with me?
• She decided to pull away from the project.
• The car will pull to the side of the road.

How to use Pull

Use 'pull' in both physical and metaphorical contexts. It's appropriate in casual conversations, but can also be used in instructions or formal contexts (e.g., 'pull the lever'). Avoid it in overly technical discussions unless clarified.

Grammar pattern

pull + object

Memory hint

Think of a person pulling a toy towards them, like a child pulling a wagon.

Related words

Collocations with Pull

• gently
• hard
• quickly
• try to
• manage to
• at
• on
• towards/​toward
• pull (yourself) free
• pull yourself to your feet
• gently
• hard
• quickly
• try to
• manage to
• at
• on
• towards/​toward
• pull (yourself) free
• pull yourself to your feet
• gently
• hard
• quickly
• try to
• manage to
• at
• on
• towards/​toward
• pull (yourself) free
• pull yourself to your feet
• gently
• hard
• quickly
• try to
• manage to
• at
• on
• towards/​toward
• pull (yourself) free
• pull yourself to your feet

Synonyms for Pull

• draw

Opposites of Pull

• push
• repel
• release

Common mistakes with Pull

• Confusing 'pull' with 'push' which means the opposite
• Using 'pull off' in the wrong context, as it means to succeed in doing something
• Incorrectly using 'pull' without an object; e.g., 'I will pull' is vague

Frequently asked questions about Pull

What does Pull mean?

To use your strength to move something toward you.

What is the definition of Pull?

to take hold of something and use force in order to move it or try to move it towards yourself

How do you use Pull in a sentence?

You need to pull the door to open it.

Can you give another example of Pull?

He will pull the wagon up the hill.

What are synonyms for Pull?

Common alternatives include draw.

What is the opposite of Pull?

Opposite meanings include push, repel, release.

What words go with Pull?

It commonly pairs with gently, hard, quickly, try to, manage to, at, on, towards/​toward, pull (yourself) free, pull yourself to your feet, gently, hard, quickly, try to, manage to, at, on, towards/​toward, pull (yourself) free, pull yourself to your feet, gently, hard, quickly, try to, manage to, at, on, towards/​toward, pull (yourself) free, pull yourself to your feet, gently, hard, quickly, try to, manage to, at, on, towards/​toward, pull (yourself) free, pull yourself to your feet.

What are common mistakes when using Pull?

Confusing 'pull' with 'push' which means the opposite Using 'pull off' in the wrong context, as it means to succeed in doing something Incorrectly using 'pull' without an object; e.g., 'I will pull' is vague

How do you pronounce Pull?

US: /["/pʊl/","/pʊlz/","/pʊld/","/ˈpʊlɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/pʊl/","/pʊlz/","/pʊld/","/ˈpʊlɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Pull?

Use 'pull' in both physical and metaphorical contexts. It's appropriate in casual conversations, but can also be used in instructions or formal contexts (e.g., 'pull the lever'). Avoid it in overly technical discussions unless clarified.

What CEFR level is Pull?

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