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Biography

🇬🇧 UK //baɪˈɒɡrəfi// 🇺🇸 US //baɪˈɑɡrəfi//

Meaning of Biography

A written account of someone's life.

In simple words: A story about someone's life.

Biography in a sentence

• Her biography reveals many interesting facts about her childhood.
• He wrote a biography of the famous inventor.
• The biography was so detailed that it took me days to finish it.
• I prefer reading a biography over a novel because I love real stories.
• The author's biography included his motivations and struggles.

How to use Biography

Use 'biography' for detailed life stories. It is more formal than 'bio' or 'life story'. Avoid in casual conversations where simplicity is preferred.

Grammar pattern

countable noun

Memory hint

Think of 'bio' as the basics of a life story.

Related words

Collocations with Biography

• write a biography
• read a biography
• publish a biography

Synonyms for Biography

• life story
• memoir
• profile
• chronicle
• narrative

Opposites of Biography

• fiction
• novel

Common mistakes with Biography

• Confusing with 'autobiography', which is written by the subject.
• Using 'biography' to describe fictional characters.
• Misplacing or omitting the article, e.g., saying 'read biography' instead of 'read a biography'.

Frequently asked questions about Biography

What does Biography mean?

A story about someone's life.

What is the definition of Biography?

A written account of someone's life.

How do you use Biography in a sentence?

Her biography reveals many interesting facts about her childhood.

Can you give another example of Biography?

He wrote a biography of the famous inventor.

What are synonyms for Biography?

Common alternatives include life story, memoir, profile, chronicle, narrative.

What is the opposite of Biography?

Opposite meanings include fiction, novel.

What words go with Biography?

It commonly pairs with write a biography, read a biography, publish a biography.

What are common mistakes when using Biography?

Confusing with 'autobiography', which is written by the subject. Using 'biography' to describe fictional characters. Misplacing or omitting the article, e.g., saying 'read biography' instead of 'read a biography'.

How do you pronounce Biography?

US: //baɪˈɑɡrəfi//, UK: //baɪˈɒɡrəfi//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Biography?

Use 'biography' for detailed life stories. It is more formal than 'bio' or 'life story'. Avoid in casual conversations where simplicity is preferred.

What CEFR level is Biography?

"Biography" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.