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UK/["/beə(r)/"]/US/["/ber/"]/

Meaning of Bare

not covered by any clothes

In simple words: Not covered or filled; empty.

Bare in a sentence

  • The room was absolutely bare with no furniture at all.
  • She walked across the bare floor, which felt cold under her feet.
  • After the storm, the trees stood bare, stripped of their leaves.
  • He gave her a bare minimum of information about the project.
  • The artist's exhibition featured bare canvases that provoked thought.

How to use Bare

Use 'bare' when describing something that has nothing on it or is exposed. Avoid in overly formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

bare + object

Memory hint

Think of 'bare' as in 'bear it all'—nothing left to cover.

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Synonyms for Bare

Opposites of Bare

Common mistakes with Bare

  • 'Bare' confused with 'bear' (the animal) or 'barely'.
  • 'Bare' used incorrectly as a verb instead of an adjective.
  • 'Bare' misused in contexts where 'naked' or 'empty' is more appropriate.

Compare Bare with Naked, Empty

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Frequently asked questions about Bare

What does Bare mean?

Not covered or filled; empty.

What is the definition of Bare?

not covered by any clothes

How do you use Bare in a sentence?

The room was absolutely bare with no furniture at all.

Can you give another example of Bare?

She walked across the bare floor, which felt cold under her feet.

What are synonyms for Bare?

Common alternatives include naked, empty, unclothed, exposed, stripped.

What is the opposite of Bare?

Opposite meanings include full, covered, clothed.

What words go with Bare?

It commonly pairs with be, look, remain, very, completely, quite, of, be, look, remain, very, completely, quite, of, be, look, remain, very, completely, quite, of.

What are common mistakes when using Bare?

'Bare' confused with 'bear' (the animal) or 'barely'. 'Bare' used incorrectly as a verb instead of an adjective. 'Bare' misused in contexts where 'naked' or 'empty' is more appropriate.

How do you pronounce Bare?

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

When should I use Bare?

Use 'bare' when describing something that has nothing on it or is exposed. Avoid in overly formal contexts.

What CEFR level is Bare?

"Bare" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.