C1verb 2K

Reside

🇬🇧 UK /["/rɪˈzaɪd/","/rɪˈzaɪdz/","/rɪˈzaɪdɪd/","/rɪˈzaɪdɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/rɪˈzaɪd/","/rɪˈzaɪdz/","/rɪˈzaɪdɪd/","/rɪˈzaɪdɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Reside

to live in a particular place

In simple words: To live in a particular place.

Reside in a sentence

• He returned to Britain in 1939, having resided abroad for many years.
• Their passports do not give them the right to reside in Britain.
• She resides at 23 Poplar Avenue.
• Do you still reside at 56 Elm Road?

How to use Reside

Use 'reside' when speaking formally or neutrally about where someone lives. Avoid in casual conversations; instead use 'live'.

Grammar pattern

reside + in/at + location

Memory hint

Think of 'resident' — just like a resident resides in a place.

Related words

Collocations with Reside

• reside in
• reside at
• reside permanently
• reside temporarily
• reside abroad

Synonyms for Reside

• live
• inhabit
• dwell
• occupy
• settle

Opposites of Reside

• leave
• depart
• vacate

Common mistakes with Reside

• Confused with 'reside' vs 'dwell'
• Incorrectly using 'reside' without a location
• Using 'reside' in informal contexts

Frequently asked questions about Reside

What does Reside mean?

To live in a particular place.

What is the definition of Reside?

to live in a particular place

How do you use Reside in a sentence?

He returned to Britain in 1939, having resided abroad for many years.

Can you give another example of Reside?

Their passports do not give them the right to reside in Britain.

What are synonyms for Reside?

Common alternatives include live, inhabit, dwell, occupy, settle.

What is the opposite of Reside?

Opposite meanings include leave, depart, vacate.

What words go with Reside?

It commonly pairs with reside in, reside at, reside permanently, reside temporarily, reside abroad.

What are common mistakes when using Reside?

Confused with 'reside' vs 'dwell' Incorrectly using 'reside' without a location Using 'reside' in informal contexts

How do you pronounce Reside?

US: /["/rɪˈzaɪd/","/rɪˈzaɪdz/","/rɪˈzaɪdɪd/","/rɪˈzaɪdɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/rɪˈzaɪd/","/rɪˈzaɪdz/","/rɪˈzaɪdɪd/","/rɪˈzaɪdɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Reside?

Use 'reside' when speaking formally or neutrally about where someone lives. Avoid in casual conversations; instead use 'live'.

What CEFR level is Reside?

"Reside" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.