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Beacon

🇬🇧 UK //ˈbiː.kən// 🇺🇸 US //ˈbiː.kən//

Meaning of Beacon

A signal or light that helps guide or warn.

In simple words: A light or signal to guide people.

Beacon in a sentence

• The lighthouse acted as a crucial _beacon_ for sailors.
• They installed a _beacon_ to mark the dangerous rocks.
• Her success served as a _beacon_ of hope for others.

How to use Beacon

Commonly used in contexts related to navigation or signaling. Not usually used in casual conversations but can be metaphorically in discussions about guidance or inspiration.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Imagine a bright light on a hill guiding ships safely to shore.

Related words

Collocations with Beacon

• beacon of hope
• navigation beacon
• signal beacon

Synonyms for Beacon

• signal
• light
• guide
• marker
• alert

Opposites of Beacon

• obscurity
• darkness

Common mistakes with Beacon

• Confused with 'beakon' which is incorrect spelling.
• Using 'beacon' in non-navigational contexts where 'signal' would be better.
• Mixing up with 'beaten' in pronunciation.

Frequently asked questions about Beacon

What does Beacon mean?

A light or signal to guide people.

What is the definition of Beacon?

A signal or light that helps guide or warn.

How do you use Beacon in a sentence?

The lighthouse acted as a crucial _beacon_ for sailors.

Can you give another example of Beacon?

They installed a _beacon_ to mark the dangerous rocks.

What are synonyms for Beacon?

Common alternatives include signal, light, guide, marker, alert.

What is the opposite of Beacon?

Opposite meanings include obscurity, darkness.

What words go with Beacon?

It commonly pairs with beacon of hope, navigation beacon, signal beacon.

What are common mistakes when using Beacon?

Confused with 'beakon' which is incorrect spelling. Using 'beacon' in non-navigational contexts where 'signal' would be better. Mixing up with 'beaten' in pronunciation.

How do you pronounce Beacon?

US: //ˈbiː.kən//, UK: //ˈbiː.kən//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Beacon?

Commonly used in contexts related to navigation or signaling. Not usually used in casual conversations but can be metaphorically in discussions about guidance or inspiration.