A1noun high_frequency_chunk

Book

🇬🇧 UK /["/bʊk/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/bʊk/"]/

Meaning of Book

a set of printed pages that are fastened inside a cover so that you can turn them and read them

In simple words: A set of written pages bound together, usually with a cover.

Book in a sentence

• I love to read a good book in my free time.
• She returned the book to the library yesterday.
• He has a collection of ancient history books.
• I need to book a hotel room for my vacation.
• They decided to book a table at their favorite restaurant.
• The author just published a new book about travel.
• Can you book a flight to New York for next month?
• I found a thrilling book at the bookstore yesterday.
• We need to book our tickets early to get a good price.
• This book is one of my favorites because it tells an amazing story.

How to use Book

Use 'book' when referring to literature or tangible written works. Avoid in very technical contexts where 'text' might be more appropriate.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'book' as a treasure chest filled with stories.

Related words

Collocations with Book

• latest
• new
• recent
• copy
• flick through
• flip through
• look at
• appear
• come out
• be out of print
• title
• review
• reviewer
• in a/​the book
• book about
• book on
• latest
• new
• recent
• copy
• flick through
• flip through
• look at
• appear
• come out
• be out of print
• title
• review
• reviewer
• in a/​the book
• book about
• book on
• account
• do
• keep
• audit
• on the books
• account
• do
• keep
• audit
• on the books

Synonyms for Book

• volume
• tome
• work
• publication
• text

Opposites of Book

• magazine
• pamphlet

Common mistakes with Book

• Confusing 'book' with 'novel' - not all books are novels.
• Using 'book' as a verb incorrectly (it can mean to reserve).
• Omitting the article when saying 'I love book' instead of 'I love books'.

Frequently asked questions about Book

What does Book mean?

A set of written pages bound together, usually with a cover.

What is the definition of Book?

a set of printed pages that are fastened inside a cover so that you can turn them and read them

How do you use Book in a sentence?

I love to read a good book in my free time.

Can you give another example of Book?

She returned the book to the library yesterday.

What are synonyms for Book?

Common alternatives include volume, tome, work, publication, text.

What is the opposite of Book?

Opposite meanings include magazine, pamphlet.

What words go with Book?

It commonly pairs with latest, new, recent, copy, flick through, flip through, look at, appear, come out, be out of print, title, review, reviewer, in a/​the book, book about, book on, latest, new, recent, copy, flick through, flip through, look at, appear, come out, be out of print, title, review, reviewer, in a/​the book, book about, book on, account, do, keep, audit, on the books, account, do, keep, audit, on the books.

What are common mistakes when using Book?

Confusing 'book' with 'novel' - not all books are novels. Using 'book' as a verb incorrectly (it can mean to reserve). Omitting the article when saying 'I love book' instead of 'I love books'.

How do you pronounce Book?

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

When should I use Book?

Use 'book' when referring to literature or tangible written works. Avoid in very technical contexts where 'text' might be more appropriate.

What CEFR level is Book?

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