A2verb1K

UK/["/bləʊ/","/bləʊd/","/bləʊz/","/bluː/","/bləʊn/","/ˈbləʊɪŋ/"]/US/["/bləʊ/","/bləʊd/","/bləʊz/","/bluː/","/bləʊn/","/ˈbləʊɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Blow

In simple words: To push air out of your mouth or a strong wind that moves air.

Blow in a sentence

  • The wind will blow hard during the storm.
  • Can you blow up the balloon for the party?
  • He will blow out the candles on his birthday cake.
  • She decided to blow off some steam after a long week.
  • A whistle will blow every hour to signal the end of work.

How to use Blow

Used in a variety of contexts, from describing the wind to actions like blowing out candles. It may not be suitable for very formal writing.

Grammar pattern

blow + object (e.g. blow the candle, blow on food)

Memory hint

Think of a balloon 'blowing' up big when you blow air into it.

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Collocations with Blow

Synonyms for Blow

Opposites of Blow

Common mistakes with Blow

  • Confused with 'blown' as a past participle.
  • Using 'blow' when 'breathe' is intended.
  • Omitting the object when necessary.

Compare Blow with Puff, Blast

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Frequently asked questions about Blow

What does Blow mean?

To push air out of your mouth or a strong wind that moves air.

What is the definition of Blow?

to send out air from the mouth

How do you use Blow in a sentence?

The wind will blow hard during the storm.

Can you give another example of Blow?

Can you blow up the balloon for the party?

What are synonyms for Blow?

Common alternatives include exhale, vent, puff, blast, gush.

What is the opposite of Blow?

Opposite meanings include suck, inhale.

What words go with Blow?

It commonly pairs with hard, strongly, gently, from, off, blow something off course, see which way the wind is blowing, hard, strongly, gently, from, off, blow something off course, see which way the wind is blowing, hard, strongly, gently, from, off, blow something off course, see which way the wind is blowing.

What are common mistakes when using Blow?

Confused with 'blown' as a past participle. Using 'blow' when 'breathe' is intended. Omitting the object when necessary.

How do you pronounce Blow?

US: /["/bləʊ/","/bləʊd/","/bləʊz/","/bluː/","/bləʊn/","/ˈbləʊɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/bləʊ/","/bləʊd/","/bləʊz/","/bluː/","/bləʊn/","/ˈbləʊɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Blow?

Used in a variety of contexts, from describing the wind to actions like blowing out candles. It may not be suitable for very formal writing.

What CEFR level is Blow?

"Blow" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.