Cool MateMeaning of Universal
In simple words: Something that relates to everything or everyone.
Universal in a sentence
- Such problems are a universal feature of old age.
- Agreement on this issue is almost universal.
- **universal suffrage** *(= the right of all the people in a country to vote)*
- There was universal disgust at what he had done.
- The increase in crime has been a universal phenomenon.
- These practices remain universal among the islanders.
- The party wanted to introduce a universal healthcare system.
- A representative assembly is a near universal feature of modern democracies.
- universal facts about human nature
How to use Universal
Use 'universal' to describe principles or ideas that apply in all cases. It can sound overly formal in casual conversations, so use it appropriately.
Grammar pattern
universal + noun
Memory hint
Think of 'universe' — something that includes everything, like 'universal'.
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Collocations with Universal
Opposites of Universal
Common mistakes with Universal
- Confused with 'uniqueness' meaning something special.
- Using 'universally' when 'widely' is more appropriate.
- Forgetting the correct form like 'universal laws' instead of 'the universal laws'.
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Universal in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
عالمي
شيء يتعلق بكل شيء أو كل شخص.
- Bengaliবাংলা
সর্বজনীন
এমন কিছু যা সবকিছু বা সবার সাথে সম্পর্কিত।
- GermanDeutsch
Universal
Etwas, das sich auf alles oder jeden bezieht.
- SpanishEspañol
Universal
Algo que se relaciona con todo o con todos.
- Persianفارسی
جهانی
چیزی که به همه چیز یا همه افراد مربوط میشود.
- FrenchFrançais
Universel
Quelque chose qui concerne tout ou tout le monde.
- Hindiहिन्दी
सार्वभौमिक
ऐसी चीज़ जो हर चीज़ या हर किसी से संबंधित हो।
- ItalianItaliano
Universale
Qualcosa che riguarda tutto o tutti.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Universal
Algo que se relaciona com tudo ou todos.
- RussianРусский
Универсальный
То, что относится ко всему или всем.
- Urduاردو
آفاقی، عالمگیر، عمومی
ایسی چیز جو ہر چیز یا ہر کسی سے متعلق ہو۔
- Chinese中文
普遍的，全人类的，万能的
与一切或所有人相关的东西。
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Frequently asked questions about Universal
What does Universal mean?
Something that relates to everything or everyone.
What is the definition of Universal?
done by or involving all the people in the world or in a particular group
How do you use Universal in a sentence?
Such problems are a universal feature of old age.
Can you give another example of Universal?
Agreement on this issue is almost universal.
What are synonyms for Universal?
Common alternatives include general, common, all-encompassing, worldwide, global.
What is the opposite of Universal?
Opposite meanings include specific, limited, particular.
What words go with Universal?
It commonly pairs with be, seem, become, truly, by no means, far from, among, in, be, seem, become, truly, by no means, far from, among, in.
What are common mistakes when using Universal?
Confused with 'uniqueness' meaning something special. Using 'universally' when 'widely' is more appropriate. Forgetting the correct form like 'universal laws' instead of 'the universal laws'.
How do you pronounce Universal?
US: /["/ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːrsl/"]/, UK: /["/ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːsl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Universal?
Use 'universal' to describe principles or ideas that apply in all cases. It can sound overly formal in casual conversations, so use it appropriately.
What CEFR level is Universal?
"Universal" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.