Meaning of Belongs
To be the property of someone or something.
Belongs in a sentence
- This book belongs to me.
- These keys belong to John.
- Do you feel you belong to this group?
- This house belongs to my parents.
- She has a place where she truly belongs.
How to use Belongs
Used to indicate ownership or association. More common in informal conversations than formal writing. Avoid using in situations where ownership may be ambiguous.
Grammar pattern
belong + to + object
Memory hint
Think of 'belong' as 'be long' for someone, indicating they are tied to something.
Related words
Collocations with Belongs
- belong to a community
- belong to someone
- belong in this place
- truly belongs
- always belong
Opposites of Belongs
- does not belong
- alienates
- is excluded
Common mistakes with Belongs
- Confusing 'belong' with 'belonging', which has a different meaning.
- Using 'belong' without 'to' when indicating ownership.
- Incorrectly using 'belong' for non-possessive relationships.
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More words like Belongs
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An enthusiastic invitation to begin an activity.
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The result of adding the numbers two and two, often used idiomatically to indicate something obvious.
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Each male receives a portion of something.
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To have a particular opinion or belief about something.
- People they know
Individuals that someone is familiar with or has a relationship with.
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Frequently asked questions about Belongs
What does Belongs mean?
To be the property of someone or something.
How do you use Belongs in a sentence?
This book belongs to me.
Can you give another example of Belongs?
These keys belong to John.
What are synonyms for Belongs?
Common alternatives include own, possess, be a part of, be affiliated with, be associated with.
What is the opposite of Belongs?
Opposite meanings include does not belong, alienates, is excluded.
What words go with Belongs?
It commonly pairs with belong to a community, belong to someone, belong in this place, truly belongs, always belong.
What are common mistakes when using Belongs?
Confusing 'belong' with 'belonging', which has a different meaning. Using 'belong' without 'to' when indicating ownership. Incorrectly using 'belong' for non-possessive relationships.
How do you pronounce Belongs?
US: //bɪˈlɔŋz//, UK: //bɪˈlɒŋz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Belongs?
Used to indicate ownership or association. More common in informal conversations than formal writing. Avoid using in situations where ownership may be ambiguous.
