B2noun 2K

Shelter

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈʃeltə(r)/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈʃeltər/"]/

Meaning of Shelter

the fact of having a place to live or stay, considered as a basic human need

In simple words: A place to stay safe and protected.

Shelter in a sentence

• During the storm, we found refuge in a nearby shelter.
• The animal shelter is always in need of volunteers.
• The refugees sought shelter from the harsh winter conditions.
• They built a makeshift shelter out of branches and leaves.
• The shelter provided food and care for homeless individuals.
• He found shelter under a large tree during the rain.
• The project aims to improve living conditions for people without shelter.
• Many wildlife species use dense foliage as shelter from predators.

How to use Shelter

Used in both formal and informal contexts. 'Shelter' is appropriate when discussing safety or protection, such as during emergencies. Avoid using it to refer to luxury accommodations.

Grammar pattern

shelter + object

Memory hint

Think of 'shell' — like a turtle shell offering protection.

Related words

Collocations with Shelter

• afford (somebody)
• give (somebody)
• offer (somebody)
• in the shelter of
• under the shelter of
• shelter from
• shelter for the night
• makeshift
• temporary
• stone
• build
• construct
• erect
• in a/​the shelter
• shelter for
• makeshift
• temporary
• stone
• build
• construct
• erect
• in a/​the shelter
• shelter for

Synonyms for Shelter

• refuge
• protection
• housing
• sanctuary
• harbor

Opposites of Shelter

• exposure
• danger
• vulnerability

Common mistakes with Shelter

• Confused with 'shelter' as a verb and noun.
• Using 'shelter' when referring to temporary comfort rather than safety.
• Misspelling as 'sheltor'.

Frequently asked questions about Shelter

What does Shelter mean?

A place to stay safe and protected.

What is the definition of Shelter?

the fact of having a place to live or stay, considered as a basic human need

How do you use Shelter in a sentence?

During the storm, we found refuge in a nearby shelter.

Can you give another example of Shelter?

The animal shelter is always in need of volunteers.

What are synonyms for Shelter?

Common alternatives include refuge, protection, housing, sanctuary, harbor.

What is the opposite of Shelter?

Opposite meanings include exposure, danger, vulnerability.

What words go with Shelter?

It commonly pairs with afford (somebody), give (somebody), offer (somebody), in the shelter of, under the shelter of, shelter from, shelter for the night, makeshift, temporary, stone, build, construct, erect, in a/​the shelter, shelter for, makeshift, temporary, stone, build, construct, erect, in a/​the shelter, shelter for.

What are common mistakes when using Shelter?

Confused with 'shelter' as a verb and noun. Using 'shelter' when referring to temporary comfort rather than safety. Misspelling as 'sheltor'.

How do you pronounce Shelter?

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

When should I use Shelter?

Used in both formal and informal contexts. 'Shelter' is appropriate when discussing safety or protection, such as during emergencies. Avoid using it to refer to luxury accommodations.

What CEFR level is Shelter?

"Shelter" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.