A1adverb 1K

Below

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

Meaning of Below

at or to a lower level, position or place

In simple words: Lower than something else in position or level.

Below in a sentence

• They live on the floor below.
• I could still see the airport buildings far below.
• See below *(= at the bottom of the page)* for references.
• The passengers who felt seasick stayed below *(= on a lower )*.
• This ruling applies to the ranks of Inspector and below.
• The thermometer had dropped to a record 40 below *(= −40 degrees)*.

How to use Below

Used in both written and spoken English. It can refer to physical position or metaphorical ranking. Avoid using it in overly formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

below + object

Memory hint

Think of a submarine going 'below' the surface of the water — it goes lower.

Related words

Collocations with Below

• below average
• below freezing
• below expectations

Synonyms for Below

• under
• beneath
• down

Opposites of Below

• above
• over

Common mistakes with Below

• Confused with 'bellow' (to shout).
• Using 'below' to indicate time (instead of 'earlier').
• Omitting the object when used in a sentence.

Frequently asked questions about Below

What does Below mean?

Lower than something else in position or level.

What is the definition of Below?

at or to a lower level, position or place

How do you use Below in a sentence?

They live on the floor below.

Can you give another example of Below?

I could still see the airport buildings far below.

What are synonyms for Below?

Common alternatives include under, beneath, down.

What is the opposite of Below?

Opposite meanings include above, over.

What words go with Below?

It commonly pairs with below average, below freezing, below expectations.

What are common mistakes when using Below?

Confused with 'bellow' (to shout). Using 'below' to indicate time (instead of 'earlier'). Omitting the object when used in a sentence.

How do you pronounce Below?

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

When should I use Below?

Used in both written and spoken English. It can refer to physical position or metaphorical ranking. Avoid using it in overly formal contexts.

What CEFR level is Below?

"Below" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.