A1verb 1K

Use

🇬🇧 UK /["/juːz/","/ˈjuːzɪz/","/juːzd/","/ˈjuːzɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/juːz/","/ˈjuːzɪz/","/juːzd/","/ˈjuːzɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Use

to do something with a machine, a method, an object, etc. for a particular purpose

In simple words: to do something with something else

Use in a sentence

• I always use a pen to write my notes.
• You can use this app to learn new words.
• He decided to use his time wisely to finish the project.
• We should not use plastic bags for the environment.
• She forgot to use her umbrella and got wet in the rain.
• They use the same strategy every year to win the competition.
• Always use the right tools for the job.
• Can you use this computer to access the internet?

How to use Use

Commonly used in both spoken and written English. Avoid using in very formal contexts without specifying what is being used and how.

Grammar pattern

use + object

Memory hint

Think of a user who utilizes tools.

Related words

Collocations with Use

• appropriately
• correctly
• properly
• be easy to
• be simple to
• be difficult to
• as
• for
• permission to use something
• appropriately
• correctly
• properly
• be easy to
• be simple to
• be difficult to
• as
• for
• permission to use something
• appropriately
• correctly
• properly
• be easy to
• be simple to
• be difficult to
• as
• for
• permission to use something

Synonyms for Use

• exploit

Opposites of Use

• neglect
• abandon
• waste

Common mistakes with Use

• 'Use' is often confused with 'used to' when talking about past habits.
• Learners sometimes forget to conjugate 'use' correctly based on subject.
• Incorrectly using 'use' as a noun instead of a verb.

Frequently asked questions about Use

What does Use mean?

to do something with something else

What is the definition of Use?

to do something with a machine, a method, an object, etc. for a particular purpose

How do you use Use in a sentence?

I always use a pen to write my notes.

Can you give another example of Use?

You can use this app to learn new words.

What are synonyms for Use?

Common alternatives include exploit.

What is the opposite of Use?

Opposite meanings include neglect, abandon, waste.

What words go with Use?

It commonly pairs with appropriately, correctly, properly, be easy to, be simple to, be difficult to, as, for, permission to use something, appropriately, correctly, properly, be easy to, be simple to, be difficult to, as, for, permission to use something, appropriately, correctly, properly, be easy to, be simple to, be difficult to, as, for, permission to use something.

What are common mistakes when using Use?

'Use' is often confused with 'used to' when talking about past habits. Learners sometimes forget to conjugate 'use' correctly based on subject. Incorrectly using 'use' as a noun instead of a verb.

How do you pronounce Use?

US: /["/juːz/","/ˈjuːzɪz/","/juːzd/","/ˈjuːzɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/juːz/","/ˈjuːzɪz/","/juːzd/","/ˈjuːzɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Use?

Commonly used in both spoken and written English. Avoid using in very formal contexts without specifying what is being used and how.

What CEFR level is Use?

"Use" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.