A2noun 1K

Sign

🇬🇧 UK /["/saɪn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/saɪn/"]/

Meaning of Sign

an event, an action, a fact, etc. that shows that something exists, is happening or may happen in the future

In simple words: A symbol or action that shows something or gives information.

Sign in a sentence

• Please follow the sign to reach the train station.
• He made a big sign to protest the policy.
• That was a clear sign that they were not interested.
• She will sign the contract tomorrow.
• Can you sign your name at the bottom of the page?
• The sign on the door said it was closed.
• Look for the sign indicating where to turn left.
• He decided to sign up for the cooking class.

How to use Sign

Used in various contexts like directing people, indicating information, or marking something. More formal in legal contexts, and informal in everyday signage.

Grammar pattern

sign + object

Memory hint

Think of a 'sign' as a signal, like a road sign pointing you in the right direction.

Related words

Collocations with Sign

• classic
• clear
• definite
• bear
• have
• betray
• appear
• come
• indicate something
• at a/​the sign
• sign from
• sign of
• sign of life
• a sign of the times
• a sign of things to come
• flashing
• illuminated
• neon
• erect
• hang
• hang out
• read something
• announce something
• proclaim something
• sign for
• sign to
• rude
• peace
• thumbs-up
• give (somebody)
• make
• communicate through
• language
• system
• sign for
• make the sign of the cross
• dollar
• euro
• pound
• draw
• use
• mean something
• sign for
• birth
• star
• astrological
• be born under
• sign of
• the signs of the Zodiac

Synonyms for Sign

• signal
• indication
• mark
• banner
• notice

Opposites of Sign

• ignore
• disregard

Common mistakes with Sign

• Confused with 'sine' in mathematical contexts.
• Using 'sign' as a verb incorrectly, e.g., 'I will sign that paper' without indicating what or who to sign.
• Misusing 'sign' for 'symbol' when differentiating context.

Frequently asked questions about Sign

What does Sign mean?

A symbol or action that shows something or gives information.

What is the definition of Sign?

an event, an action, a fact, etc. that shows that something exists, is happening or may happen in the future

How do you use Sign in a sentence?

Please follow the sign to reach the train station.

Can you give another example of Sign?

He made a big sign to protest the policy.

What are synonyms for Sign?

Common alternatives include signal, indication, mark, banner, notice.

What is the opposite of Sign?

Opposite meanings include ignore, disregard.

What words go with Sign?

It commonly pairs with classic, clear, definite, bear, have, betray, appear, come, indicate something, at a/​the sign, sign from, sign of, sign of life, a sign of the times, a sign of things to come, flashing, illuminated, neon, erect, hang, hang out, read something, announce something, proclaim something, sign for, sign to, rude, peace, thumbs-up, give (somebody), make, communicate through, language, system, sign for, make the sign of the cross, dollar, euro, pound, draw, use, mean something, sign for, birth, star, astrological, be born under, sign of, the signs of the Zodiac.

What are common mistakes when using Sign?

Confused with 'sine' in mathematical contexts. Using 'sign' as a verb incorrectly, e.g., 'I will sign that paper' without indicating what or who to sign. Misusing 'sign' for 'symbol' when differentiating context.

How do you pronounce Sign?

US: /["/saɪn/"]/, UK: /["/saɪn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Sign?

Used in various contexts like directing people, indicating information, or marking something. More formal in legal contexts, and informal in everyday signage.

What CEFR level is Sign?

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