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Brains

🇬🇧 UK //breɪnz// 🇺🇸 US //breɪnz//

Meaning of Brains

The organ that controls thoughts, emotions, and actions.

In simple words: The organ in your head that helps you think.

Brains in a sentence

• The human brain is capable of complex thought and emotion.
• Researchers study the brains of animals to understand their behavior.
• In a crisis, using your brains is essential for problem-solving.
• She has a brilliant brain and comes up with innovative ideas.
• The kids used their brains to successfully complete the puzzle.

How to use Brains

Used in both formal and informal contexts. Appropriate when discussing intelligence, biology, or creative thinking. Avoid using in derogatory contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'brains' like a 'brainy team' working together.

Related words

Collocations with Brains

• use your brains
• brain drain
• brain surgery
• brain teaser
• brain activity

Synonyms for Brains

• cerebrum
• mind
• intellect
• reason
• wit

Opposites of Brains

• brawn
• ignorance

Common mistakes with Brains

• Confused with 'brain' (singular) when referring to the organ or intellect.
• Misused as a verb in phrases that imply thinking.
• Used in slang contexts that may not be universally understood.

Frequently asked questions about Brains

What does Brains mean?

The organ in your head that helps you think.

What is the definition of Brains?

The organ that controls thoughts, emotions, and actions.

How do you use Brains in a sentence?

The human brain is capable of complex thought and emotion.

Can you give another example of Brains?

Researchers study the brains of animals to understand their behavior.

What are synonyms for Brains?

Common alternatives include cerebrum, mind, intellect, reason, wit.

What is the opposite of Brains?

Opposite meanings include brawn, ignorance.

What words go with Brains?

It commonly pairs with use your brains, brain drain, brain surgery, brain teaser, brain activity.

What are common mistakes when using Brains?

Confused with 'brain' (singular) when referring to the organ or intellect. Misused as a verb in phrases that imply thinking. Used in slang contexts that may not be universally understood.

How do you pronounce Brains?

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

When should I use Brains?

Used in both formal and informal contexts. Appropriate when discussing intelligence, biology, or creative thinking. Avoid using in derogatory contexts.