Cool MateMeaning of Boys
In simple words: Young male children.
Boys in a sentence
- The boys are playing video games together.
- Two boys helped their mother with the groceries.
- At the camp, all the boys made new friends.
- The boys in my class are very energetic.
- He raised three boys who are now teenagers.
How to use Boys
Commonly used in everyday speech when referring to male children or teenagers. Avoid using in formal contexts when discussing gender issues. Can be affectionate or casual.
Grammar pattern
countable noun
Memory hint
Think of 'boys' as 'little voices' — kids often have high-pitched laughter.
Related words
Collocations with Boys
- little boys
- boys' club
- boys and girls
- boys' toys
Synonyms for Boys
- lads
- youths
- boys
- young men
- gents
Common mistakes with Boys
- Using 'boy's' when meaning more than one boy.
- Confusing 'boys' with 'boys' club' in discussions about gender roles.
- Overgeneralizing 'boys' to include all children, which can be misleading.
Boys appears in
Boys in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
أولاد
أطفال ذكور صغار.
- Bengaliবাংলা
ছেলে
ছোট ছেলে।
- GermanDeutsch
Jungs
Junge männliche Kinder.
- SpanishEspañol
Chicos
Niños varones jóvenes.
- Persianفارسی
پسرها
کودکان پسر جوان.
- FrenchFrançais
Garçons
Jeunes enfants de sexe masculin.
- Hindiहिन्दी
लड़के
छोटे नर बच्चे।
- ItalianItaliano
Ragazzi
Giovani bambini maschi.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Meninos
Crianças do sexo masculino.
- RussianРусский
Мальчики
Молодые дети мужского пола.
- Urduاردو
لڑکے
نوجوان لڑکے۔
- Chinese中文
男孩们
年轻的男性小孩。
More words like Boys
- Oh my god
An exclamation of surprise, shock, or amazement.
- Oh, god!
An expression of deep emotion, often used in surprise or frustration.
- Think, think, think
To have a particular opinion or belief about something.
- Gosh
An exclamation used to express surprise or wonder.
- Come on
A phrase used to urge or motivate someone.
- My name is
A phrase used to introduce yourself by stating your name.
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Frequently asked questions about Boys
What does Boys mean?
Young male children.
What is the definition of Boys?
Young males, typically from infancy to teenage years.
How do you use Boys in a sentence?
The boys are playing video games together.
Can you give another example of Boys?
Two boys helped their mother with the groceries.
What are synonyms for Boys?
Common alternatives include lads, youths, boys, young men, gents.
What is the opposite of Boys?
Opposite meanings include girls, women.
What words go with Boys?
It commonly pairs with little boys, boys' club, boys and girls, boys' toys.
What are common mistakes when using Boys?
Using 'boy's' when meaning more than one boy. Confusing 'boys' with 'boys' club' in discussions about gender roles. Overgeneralizing 'boys' to include all children, which can be misleading.
How do you pronounce Boys?
US: //bɔɪz//, UK: //bɔɪz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Boys?
Commonly used in everyday speech when referring to male children or teenagers. Avoid using in formal contexts when discussing gender issues. Can be affectionate or casual.