B1noun 1K

Battle

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

Meaning of Battle

a fight between armies, ships or planes, especially during a war; a violent fight between groups of people

In simple words: A fight between groups, often in war.

Battle in a sentence

• The battle took place at dawn, where both sides strategized their moves.
• In the movie, the hero fought bravely in the battle against evil forces.
• The battle between the two armies lasted for several days, with heavy casualties.
• She had to battle her fears before giving a speech in front of the crowd.
• They engaged in a battle of wits to see who could solve the puzzle first.

How to use Battle

Use 'battle' when discussing fights, especially in military contexts. Avoid in casual conversations unless metaphorically.

Grammar pattern

battle + object

Memory hint

Imagine two armies on a field — they engage in a 'battle'.

Related words

Collocations with Battle

• fierce
• pitched
• running
• fight
• erupt
• battle against
• battle between
• battle with
• bitter
• fierce
• heated
• do
• engage in
• fight
• rage
• begin
• ensue
• battle against
• battle between
• battle for
• a battle of ideas
• a battle of words
• a battle of wills
• bitter
• fierce
• heated
• do
• engage in
• fight
• rage
• begin
• ensue
• battle against
• battle between
• battle for
• a battle of ideas
• a battle of words
• a battle of wills

Synonyms for Battle

• fight
• conflict
• warfare
• struggle
• combat

Opposites of Battle

• peace
• truce
• harmony

Common mistakes with Battle

• Confusing 'battle' with 'fight' — 'battle' is usually larger than a simple 'fight'.
• Using 'battle' as a verb incorrectly — it is primarily a noun.

Frequently asked questions about Battle

What does Battle mean?

A fight between groups, often in war.

What is the definition of Battle?

a fight between armies, ships or planes, especially during a war; a violent fight between groups of people

How do you use Battle in a sentence?

The battle took place at dawn, where both sides strategized their moves.

Can you give another example of Battle?

In the movie, the hero fought bravely in the battle against evil forces.

What are synonyms for Battle?

Common alternatives include fight, conflict, warfare, struggle, combat.

What is the opposite of Battle?

Opposite meanings include peace, truce, harmony.

What words go with Battle?

It commonly pairs with fierce, pitched, running, fight, erupt, battle against, battle between, battle with, bitter, fierce, heated, do, engage in, fight, rage, begin, ensue, battle against, battle between, battle for, a battle of ideas, a battle of words, a battle of wills, bitter, fierce, heated, do, engage in, fight, rage, begin, ensue, battle against, battle between, battle for, a battle of ideas, a battle of words, a battle of wills.

What are common mistakes when using Battle?

Confusing 'battle' with 'fight' — 'battle' is usually larger than a simple 'fight'. Using 'battle' as a verb incorrectly — it is primarily a noun.

How do you pronounce Battle?

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

When should I use Battle?

Use 'battle' when discussing fights, especially in military contexts. Avoid in casual conversations unless metaphorically.

What CEFR level is Battle?

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