Cool MateMeaning of Sack
to dismiss somebody from a job
In simple words: A large bag made of strong material, used for holding things.
Sack in a sentence
- She was sacked for refusing to work on Sundays.
- Rome was sacked by the Goths in 410.
- The army rebelled and sacked the palace.
- The quarterback was sacked on the 45 yard line, and it was first down for the other team.
How to use Sack
Used in contexts involving storage or carrying items. Not typically used in formal contexts. 'Sack' can also refer to being fired from a job, which is informal.
Grammar pattern
sack + object
Memory hint
Think of a sack of potatoes — big and sturdy for carrying heavy things.
Related words
Collocations with Sack
- sack of potatoes
- sleeping sack
- sack race
- grain sack
Common mistakes with Sack
- Confused with 'sack' as a verb (to dismiss someone) and as a noun (the bag).
- Using 'sack' in overly formal writing.
- Using 'sack' to refer to small bags (should use 'purse' or 'bag').
Sack appears in
Sack in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
كيس,طرد
كيس كبير مصنوع من مادة قوية، يستخدم لحمل الأشياء.
- Bengaliবাংলা
Sack
একটা বড় ব্যাগ যা দিয়ে জিনিসপত্র রাখা হয়।
- GermanDeutsch
Sack
Ein großer Beutel aus starkem Material, der zum Aufbewahren von Dingen verwendet wird.
- SpanishEspañol
Saco, despedir
Una bolsa grande hecha de material resistente, usada para guardar cosas.
- Persianفارسی
کیسه، اخراج کردن
A large bag made of strong material, used for holding things.
- FrenchFrançais
Sac, Sacquer
Un grand sac en toile, en papier ou en plastique, utilisé pour contenir ou transporter des choses.
- Hindiहिन्दी
बोरी, बर्खास्त करना
एक बड़ी थैली जो मजबूत सामग्री से बनी होती है, चीजों को रखने के लिए इस्तेमाल की जाती है।
- ItalianItaliano
Sacco, Licenziare
Un sacco grande fatto di materiale resistente, usato per contenere cose.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Saco, Demitir
Um saco grande feito de material resistente, usado para guardar coisas.
- RussianРусский
Мешок, увольнять
Большой мешок из прочного материала, используемый для хранения вещей.
- Urduاردو
بوری، گونی، اخراج کردن
ایک بڑی اور مضبوط تھیلی جو چیزیں رکھنے کے لیے استعمال ہوتی ہے۔
- Chinese中文
Sack
一种用结实的材料做成的大袋子，用来装东西。
More words like Sack
- Bag
- Container
- AbolishC1
To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- AbortionC1
the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
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Frequently asked questions about Sack
What does Sack mean?
A large bag made of strong material, used for holding things.
What is the definition of Sack?
to dismiss somebody from a job
How do you use Sack in a sentence?
She was sacked for refusing to work on Sundays.
Can you give another example of Sack?
Rome was sacked by the Goths in 410.
What are synonyms for Sack?
Common alternatives include bag, pouch, container, sackful.
What is the opposite of Sack?
Opposite meanings include hire, employ, recruit.
What words go with Sack?
It commonly pairs with sack of potatoes, sleeping sack, sack race, grain sack.
What are common mistakes when using Sack?
Confused with 'sack' as a verb (to dismiss someone) and as a noun (the bag). Using 'sack' in overly formal writing. Using 'sack' to refer to small bags (should use 'purse' or 'bag').
How do you pronounce Sack?
US: /["/sæk/","/sæks/","/sækt/","/ˈsækɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/sæk/","/sæks/","/sækt/","/ˈsækɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Sack?
Used in contexts involving storage or carrying items. Not typically used in formal contexts. 'Sack' can also refer to being fired from a job, which is informal.
What CEFR level is Sack?
"Sack" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.