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UK//bræts//US//bræts//

Meaning of Brats

Rude or spoiled children who behave badly.

In simple words: Rude or spoiled children.

Brats in a sentence

  • The brats in the playground wouldn't stop yelling.
  • I can't stand those brats who always interrupt the class.
  • Every time we visit, the neighbors let their brats run wild.
  • She called her little brother a brat when he broke her toy.
  • Online, he was often criticized for defending those brats.

How to use Brats

Used informally to describe children who misbehave. Not appropriate in formal contexts or when showing politeness to children.

Grammar pattern

brat + noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'brat' as a child who always wants a snack and throws a fit if they don't get one.

Related words

Collocations with Brats

  • spoiled brats
  • little brats
  • bratty behavior

Synonyms for Brats

  • spoiled child
  • rascal
  • troublemaker
  • nuisance

Opposites of Brats

  • well-behaved child
  • good kid

Common mistakes with Brats

  • Confusing with 'bratty', which is an adjective.
  • Using 'brats' for well-behaved children.
  • Overgeneralizing to all children instead of those who misbehave.

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Frequently asked questions about Brats

What does Brats mean?

Rude or spoiled children.

What is the definition of Brats?

Rude or spoiled children who behave badly.

How do you use Brats in a sentence?

The brats in the playground wouldn't stop yelling.

Can you give another example of Brats?

I can't stand those brats who always interrupt the class.

What are synonyms for Brats?

Common alternatives include spoiled child, rascal, troublemaker, nuisance.

What is the opposite of Brats?

Opposite meanings include well-behaved child, good kid.

What words go with Brats?

It commonly pairs with spoiled brats, little brats, bratty behavior.

What are common mistakes when using Brats?

Confusing with 'bratty', which is an adjective. Using 'brats' for well-behaved children. Overgeneralizing to all children instead of those who misbehave.

How do you pronounce Brats?

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

Is Brats formal or informal?

"Brats" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Brats?

Used informally to describe children who misbehave. Not appropriate in formal contexts or when showing politeness to children.