Cool MateMeaning of Belong
In simple words: To be a part of something or to be owned by someone.
Belong in a sentence
- Where do these plates belong *(= where are they kept)*?
- Are you sure these documents belong together?
- Several of the points you raise do not belong in this discussion.
- A person like that does not belong in teaching.
- I don't feel as if I belong here.
How to use Belong
Typically used in both spoken and written English. Suitable for casual and professional contexts. Avoid using in contexts where ownership is not clear.
Grammar pattern
belong + to + object
Memory hint
Think of a bell that belongs to a specific school — it rings for that place.
Related words
Collocations with Belong
- belong to a group
- belong to someone
- feel like you belong
- where you belong
Common mistakes with Belong
- Using 'belong' without the preposition 'to'.
- Confusing 'belong' with 'long' in pronunciation.
- Incorrectly assuming 'belong' can be used transitively.
Belong appears in
Belong in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
ينتمي
أن تكون جزءًا من شيء ما أو أن تكون مملوكًا لشخص ما.
- Bengaliবাংলা
Belong
To be a part of something or to be owned by someone.
- GermanDeutsch
gehören
Zu etwas dazugehören oder jemandem gehören.
- SpanishEspañol
Pertenecer
Ser parte de algo o ser propiedad de alguien.
- Persianفارسی
مربوط بودن
جزء چیزی بودن یا متعلق به کسی بودن.
- FrenchFrançais
Appartenir, Être à sa place
Faire partie de quelque chose ou être possédé par quelqu'un.
- Hindiहिन्दी
belong
किसी चीज़ का हिस्सा होना या किसी का होना।
- ItalianItaliano
Appartenere
Essere parte di qualcosa o essere di proprietà di qualcuno.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Pertencer
Fazer parte de algo ou ser de alguém.
- RussianРусский
Принадлежать, относиться
Быть частью чего-то или кому-то принадлежать.
- Urduاردو
Belong
کسی چیز کا حصہ ہونا یا کسی کی ملکیت ہونا۔
- Chinese中文
属于
成为某事的一部分或被某人拥有。
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Frequently asked questions about Belong
What does Belong mean?
To be a part of something or to be owned by someone.
What is the definition of Belong?
to be in the right or suitable place
How do you use Belong in a sentence?
Where do these plates belong *(= where are they kept)*?
Can you give another example of Belong?
Are you sure these documents belong together?
What are synonyms for Belong?
Common alternatives include fit, associate, attach, link, join.
What is the opposite of Belong?
Opposite meanings include isolate, disjoin, detach.
What words go with Belong?
It commonly pairs with belong to a group, belong to someone, feel like you belong, where you belong.
What are common mistakes when using Belong?
Using 'belong' without the preposition 'to'. Confusing 'belong' with 'long' in pronunciation. Incorrectly assuming 'belong' can be used transitively.
How do you pronounce Belong?
US: /["/bɪˈlɔːŋ/","/bɪˈlɔːŋz/","/bɪˈlɔːŋd/","/bɪˈlɔːŋɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/bɪˈlɒŋ/","/bɪˈlɒŋz/","/bɪˈlɒŋd/","/bɪˈlɒŋɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Belong?
Typically used in both spoken and written English. Suitable for casual and professional contexts. Avoid using in contexts where ownership is not clear.
What CEFR level is Belong?
"Belong" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.