A2nouninformal1K

UK/["/bɑː(r)/"]/US/["/bɑːr/"]/

Meaning of Bar

In simple words: A place where people go to drink and socialize.

Bar in a sentence

  • We went to the bar after work to relax.
  • The bar was crowded with people enjoying the live music.
  • I ordered a drink at the bar.
  • He tried to lift the heavy bar in the gym.
  • The metal bar was too thick to bend.
  • She placed a bar of chocolate on the table.
  • The lawyer worked hard to raise the bar for legal standards.
  • They held the concert in a local bar last weekend.

How to use Bar

Used in casual conversations. Not typically used in formal writing. Can refer to types of establishments like 'sports bar' or 'wine bar'.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'bar' as a 'space for socializing' – imagine a crowd enjoying drinks.

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Collocations with Bar

Synonyms for Bar

Opposites of Bar

Common mistakes with Bar

  • Confusing 'bar' with 'bare' in pronunciation.
  • Using 'bar' to refer to a full meal instead of just drinks.
  • Not recognizing 'bar' can also mean an actual physical piece of metal.

Compare Bar with Pub, Lounge

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Frequently asked questions about Bar

What does Bar mean?

A place where people go to drink and socialize.

What is the definition of Bar?

a place where you can buy and drink alcoholic and other drinks

How do you use Bar in a sentence?

We went to the bar after work to relax.

Can you give another example of Bar?

The bar was crowded with people enjoying the live music.

What are synonyms for Bar?

Common alternatives include pub, tavern, saloon, lounge, watering hole.

What is the opposite of Bar?

Opposite meanings include home, solitude, desert.

What words go with Bar?

It commonly pairs with licensed, crowded, open, enter, frequent, go to, food, menu, snacks, in a/​the bar, at a/​the bar, licensed, crowded, open, enter, frequent, go to, food, menu, snacks, in a/​the bar, at a/​the bar, breakfast, be propping up, at the bar, behind the bar, hum, play, sing, in a/​the bar, two, four, etc. beats to the bar.

What are common mistakes when using Bar?

Confusing 'bar' with 'bare' in pronunciation. Using 'bar' to refer to a full meal instead of just drinks. Not recognizing 'bar' can also mean an actual physical piece of metal.

How do you pronounce Bar?

US: /["/bɑːr/"]/, UK: /["/bɑː(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Bar formal or informal?

"Bar" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Bar?

Used in casual conversations. Not typically used in formal writing. Can refer to types of establishments like 'sports bar' or 'wine bar'.

What CEFR level is Bar?

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