C1noun 2K

Tribute

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

Meaning of Tribute

an act, a statement or a gift that is intended to show your love or respect, especially for a dead person

In simple words: Something done to show respect or honor someone.

Tribute in a sentence

• At her funeral her oldest friend **paid tribute to** her life and work.
• The crowd stood in silent tribute to those who had died in the war.
• This book is a fitting tribute to the bravery of the pioneers.
• floral tributes *(= gifts of flowers at a funeral)*
• The President led the tributes to ‘a great statesman and a decent man’.
• Tributes flooded in when her death was announced.
• His recovery is a tribute to the doctors' skill.
• The bridge is a remarkable tribute to the skill of the Victorian railway engineers.

How to use Tribute

Used in formal contexts, especially when honoring someone's achievements or memory. It can be less appropriate in casual situations. Common in eulogies, awards, or recognition events.

Grammar pattern

tribute + to + someone/something

Memory hint

Think 'tribe' giving a special gift to honor their leader.

Related words

Collocations with Tribute

• anniversary
• birthday
• memorial
• pay
• give
• write
• flood in
• pour in
• album
• concert
• show
• great
• remarkable
• tribute to

Synonyms for Tribute

• homage
• acknowledgment
• salute
• commendation
• respect

Opposites of Tribute

• disrespect
• derision

Common mistakes with Tribute

• Confused with 'tribute' as a payment rather than an honor.
• Using inappropriately in informal situations.
• Neglecting to specify who or what the tribute is for.

Frequently asked questions about Tribute

What does Tribute mean?

Something done to show respect or honor someone.

What is the definition of Tribute?

an act, a statement or a gift that is intended to show your love or respect, especially for a dead person

How do you use Tribute in a sentence?

At her funeral her oldest friend **paid tribute to** her life and work.

Can you give another example of Tribute?

The crowd stood in silent tribute to those who had died in the war.

What are synonyms for Tribute?

Common alternatives include homage, acknowledgment, salute, commendation, respect.

What is the opposite of Tribute?

Opposite meanings include disrespect, derision.

What words go with Tribute?

It commonly pairs with anniversary, birthday, memorial, pay, give, write, flood in, pour in, album, concert, show, great, remarkable, tribute to.

What are common mistakes when using Tribute?

Confused with 'tribute' as a payment rather than an honor. Using inappropriately in informal situations. Neglecting to specify who or what the tribute is for.

How do you pronounce Tribute?

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

When should I use Tribute?

Used in formal contexts, especially when honoring someone's achievements or memory. It can be less appropriate in casual situations. Common in eulogies, awards, or recognition events.

What CEFR level is Tribute?

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