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App

🇬🇧 UK /["/æp/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/æp/"]/

Meaning of App

a piece of software that you can download to a device such as a smartphone or tablet, for example to look up information or to play a game

In simple words: A computer program for a phone or tablet.

App in a sentence

• You first need to **install the app** on your device.
• to **download/launch an app**
• to **build/develop an app**
• Have you got the dictionary app on your phone?
• Gaming today is all about **mobile app** downloads.
• **app developers**
• The app is available on/in the **app store**.
• a database app

How to use App

Commonly used in tech and daily conversation about mobile devices. Avoid in formal writing unless specifically discussing technology.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'app' as a 'cap' for your phone, covering its needs.

Related words

Collocations with App

• download an app
• mobile app
• app store
• social media app

Synonyms for App

• application
• program
• software
• platform

Opposites of App

• disapplication
• removal

Common mistakes with App

• Confused with 'application' – apps are usually referring to mobile or web programs.
• Using 'app' in a context where a formal term like 'software' is more appropriate.

Frequently asked questions about App

What does App mean?

A computer program for a phone or tablet.

What is the definition of App?

a piece of software that you can download to a device such as a smartphone or tablet, for example to look up information or to play a game

How do you use App in a sentence?

You first need to **install the app** on your device.

Can you give another example of App?

to **download/launch an app**

What are synonyms for App?

Common alternatives include application, program, software, platform.

What is the opposite of App?

Opposite meanings include disapplication, removal.

What words go with App?

It commonly pairs with download an app, mobile app, app store, social media app.

What are common mistakes when using App?

Confused with 'application' – apps are usually referring to mobile or web programs. Using 'app' in a context where a formal term like 'software' is more appropriate.

How do you pronounce App?

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

When should I use App?

Commonly used in tech and daily conversation about mobile devices. Avoid in formal writing unless specifically discussing technology.

What CEFR level is App?

"App" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.