Cool MateMeaning of Yard
In simple words: An area of land, usually next to a house, often covered in grass.
Yard in a sentence
- The children played in the yard while their parents relaxed on the porch.
- She had a beautiful garden in her yard filled with colorful flowers.
- He measured the length of the rope in yards to know how much he had.
- A football field is typically 100 yards long.
- The dog barked as it chased a squirrel across the yard.
How to use Yard
Commonly used in both American and British English. In American English, 'yard' often refers to the area around a house, while in British English, it can refer to an outdoor space like a garden. Avoid using in formal writing.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'yard' like a yardstick measuring your home's outdoor space.
Related words
Collocations with Yard
Common mistakes with Yard
- Confused with 'gardens' which can imply cultivated plants.
- Using 'yard' in contexts where 'field' might be more appropriate.
- Mispronouncing 'yard' as 'yeard'.
Yard appears in
Yard in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
فدان, ساحة
مساحة أرض، عادة بجوار منزل، مغطاة بالعشب غالبًا.
- Bengaliবাংলা
আঙিনা, গজ
বাড়ির পাশে থাকা এক টুকরো জমি, যেখানে সাধারণত ঘাস থাকে।
- GermanDeutsch
Yard
Ein Stück Land, meist neben einem Haus, oft mit Gras bedeckt.
- SpanishEspañol
Jardín, patio
Un área de terreno, generalmente al lado de una casa, a menudo cubierta de hierba.
- Persianفارسی
یارد
یه فضای زمینی، معمولاً کنار خونه، که اغلب چمن داره.
- FrenchFrançais
Yard, Jardin, Cour
Un espace de terre, souvent à côté d'une maison, couvert d'herbe.
- Hindiहिन्दी
यार्ड
ज़मीन का एक क्षेत्र, आमतौर पर घर के बगल में, अक्सर घास से ढका होता है।
- ItalianItaliano
Cortile, Giardino, Iarda
Un'area di terra, di solito accanto a una casa, spesso coperta d'erba.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Jarda
Uma área de terra, geralmente ao lado de uma casa, muitas vezes coberta de grama.
- RussianРусский
Ярд
Участок земли, обычно рядом с домом, часто покрытый травой.
- Urduاردو
یارڈ
زمین کا ایک علاقہ، عام طور پر گھر کے ساتھ، اکثر گھاس سے ڈھکا ہوتا ہے۔
- Chinese中文
院子
通常在房子旁边的一块土地，常常覆盖着草。
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Frequently asked questions about Yard
What does Yard mean?
An area of land, usually next to a house, often covered in grass.
What is the definition of Yard?
a piece of land next to or around your house where you can grow flowers, fruit, vegetables, etc., usually with a lawn (= an area of grass)
How do you use Yard in a sentence?
The children played in the yard while their parents relaxed on the porch.
Can you give another example of Yard?
She had a beautiful garden in her yard filled with colorful flowers.
What are synonyms for Yard?
Common alternatives include garden, lawn, yardage, outdoor space.
What is the opposite of Yard?
Opposite meanings include building, indoor.
What words go with Yard?
It commonly pairs with back, front, side, mow, rake, water, sale, sign, in yard, the corner of the yard, the edge of the yard, the middle of the yard, front, back, rear, enter, leave, enclose, lumber, timber, freight, a builder’s yard, the knacker’s yard.
What are common mistakes when using Yard?
Confused with 'gardens' which can imply cultivated plants. Using 'yard' in contexts where 'field' might be more appropriate. Mispronouncing 'yard' as 'yeard'.
How do you pronounce Yard?
US: /["/jɑːrd/"]/, UK: /["/jɑːd/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Yard?
Commonly used in both American and British English. In American English, 'yard' often refers to the area around a house, while in British English, it can refer to an outdoor space like a garden. Avoid using in formal writing.
What CEFR level is Yard?
"Yard" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.