B1noun 2K

Album

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

Meaning of Album

a book in which you keep photographs, stamps, etc.

In simple words: A collection of music tracks or photos.

Album in a sentence

• I just bought the new album by my favorite band.
• She has an impressive collection of photo albums from her travels.
• The art album features works from renowned painters.
• The photo album captured our family's best moments together.
• His latest album debuted at number one on the charts.
• We often listen to the album while driving on road trips.

How to use Album

Use 'album' when referring to music collections or photo collections. Avoid using in very casual contexts; 'CD', 'playlist', or 'photo book' may be more fitting.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of it as a 'collection of sounds' or 'all the tunes in one book'.

Related words

Collocations with Album

• family
• wedding
• photo
• in an/​the album
• best-selling
• good
• great
• make
• produce
• record
• come out
• chart
• track
• cover

Synonyms for Album

• collection
• compilation
• anthology
• book
• set

Opposites of Album

• single
• track
• song

Common mistakes with Album

• Confusing 'album' with 'track' which refers to a single song.
• Using 'album' to describe individual songs instead of collections.
• Forgetting to use 'photo album' for pictures.

Frequently asked questions about Album

What does Album mean?

A collection of music tracks or photos.

What is the definition of Album?

a book in which you keep photographs, stamps, etc.

How do you use Album in a sentence?

I just bought the new album by my favorite band.

Can you give another example of Album?

She has an impressive collection of photo albums from her travels.

What are synonyms for Album?

Common alternatives include collection, compilation, anthology, book, set.

What is the opposite of Album?

Opposite meanings include single, track, song.

What words go with Album?

It commonly pairs with family, wedding, photo, in an/​the album, best-selling, good, great, make, produce, record, come out, chart, track, cover.

What are common mistakes when using Album?

Confusing 'album' with 'track' which refers to a single song. Using 'album' to describe individual songs instead of collections. Forgetting to use 'photo album' for pictures.

How do you pronounce Album?

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

When should I use Album?

Use 'album' when referring to music collections or photo collections. Avoid using in very casual contexts; 'CD', 'playlist', or 'photo book' may be more fitting.

What CEFR level is Album?

"Album" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.