C1noun 5K

Stake

🇬🇧 UK /["/steɪk/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/steɪk/"]/

Meaning of Stake

money that somebody invests in a company

In simple words: A stake is a strong post or a share in something.

Stake in a sentence

• He drove a wooden stake into the ground to mark the boundary of his property.
• The archaeologists found an ancient stake used in construction during their excavation.
• She put a large stake on the company’s success by investing a significant amount of money.
• There is a high financial stake involved in this business deal.
• The players each had a stake in the outcome of the tournament.
• He risked his stake to win the pot in the poker game.

How to use Stake

Use 'stake' when talking about interests in projects, money, or property. It's neutral, suitable for both formal and casual contexts. Avoid using 'stake' in overly casual conversations as it may sound too serious.

Grammar pattern

stake + object

Memory hint

Think of a 'stake' like a flag marking a spot, showing where you are invested.

Related words

Collocations with Stake

• controlling
• large
• majority
• have
• own
• acquire
• stake in
• big
• high
• low
• play for
• raise
• lower
• at stake
• with so much at stake

Synonyms for Stake

• investment
• interest
• share
• hold

Opposites of Stake

• disinterest
• detachment

Common mistakes with Stake

• Confused with 'steak', the food.
• Using 'stake' without an object, like saying 'I have a stake' without specifying what it's in.
• Overusing 'stake' in informal settings.

Frequently asked questions about Stake

What does Stake mean?

A stake is a strong post or a share in something.

What is the definition of Stake?

money that somebody invests in a company

How do you use Stake in a sentence?

He drove a wooden stake into the ground to mark the boundary of his property.

Can you give another example of Stake?

The archaeologists found an ancient stake used in construction during their excavation.

What are synonyms for Stake?

Common alternatives include investment, interest, share, hold.

What is the opposite of Stake?

Opposite meanings include disinterest, detachment.

What words go with Stake?

It commonly pairs with controlling, large, majority, have, own, acquire, stake in, big, high, low, play for, raise, lower, at stake, with so much at stake.

What are common mistakes when using Stake?

Confused with 'steak', the food. Using 'stake' without an object, like saying 'I have a stake' without specifying what it's in. Overusing 'stake' in informal settings.

How do you pronounce Stake?

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

When should I use Stake?

Use 'stake' when talking about interests in projects, money, or property. It's neutral, suitable for both formal and casual contexts. Avoid using 'stake' in overly casual conversations as it may sound too serious.

What CEFR level is Stake?

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