Cool MateMeaning of Cancel
In simple words: To decide that something will not happen.
Cancel in a sentence
- I need to cancel my appointment for tomorrow.
- The event was canceled due to bad weather.
- Please cancel my subscription if I don't pay by this date.
- They decided to cancel the trip after hearing the news.
- If we don't find a venue, we may have to cancel the conference.
- He canceled his plans to go out because of a family emergency.
How to use Cancel
Used in formal and informal contexts; appropriate when discussing plans, subscriptions, or events. Avoid using it when talking about permanent decisions.
Grammar pattern
cancel + object
Memory hint
Think of 'cancel' close to 'can sell' - you can't sell it anymore.
Related words
Collocations with Cancel
- cancel a reservation
- cancel a meeting
- cancel an order
- cancel a flight
Synonyms for Cancel
- call off
- annul
- rescind
- revoke
- terminate
Common mistakes with Cancel
- Confused with 'cancellation', which is a noun.
- Using 'canceled' instead of 'cancelled' in British English.
- Omitting the object, e.g., saying 'I will cancel' without specifying what.
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Cancel in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
إلغاء
القرار بعدم حدوث شيء ما.
- Bengaliবাংলা
বাতিল করা
কোনো কিছু আর হবে না বলে ঠিক করা।
- GermanDeutsch
Absagen, Stornieren, Annullieren
Entscheiden, dass etwas nicht passieren wird.
- SpanishEspañol
Cancelar
Decidir que algo no sucederá.
- Persianفارسی
کنسل کردن، لغو کردن
تصمیم گرفتن که چیزی اتفاق نخواهد افتاد.
- FrenchFrançais
Annuler
Décider que quelque chose n'arrivera pas.
- Hindiहिन्दी
रद्द करना
यह तय करना कि कुछ नहीं होगा।
- ItalianItaliano
Annullare
Decidere che qualcosa non accadrà.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Cancelar
Decidir que algo não vai acontecer.
- RussianРусский
Отменить
Решить, что что-то не произойдет.
- Urduاردو
منسوخ کرنا، رد کرنا، منسوخ کرنا
یہ فیصلہ کرنا کہ کوئی چیز نہیں ہوگی۔
- Chinese中文
取消
决定某事不会发生。
More words like Cancel
- Terminate
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- CorpseB1
The dead body of a human or animal.
- TypicalA2
Representing the usual characteristics of a particular group or situation.
- VaporB1
A gaseous state of a substance that is typically liquid at room temperature.
- TraditionA2
A custom or belief passed down over time within a group.
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Frequently asked questions about Cancel
What does Cancel mean?
To decide that something will not happen.
What is the definition of Cancel?
To declare that something is no longer valid or will not happen.
How do you use Cancel in a sentence?
I need to cancel my appointment for tomorrow.
Can you give another example of Cancel?
The event was canceled due to bad weather.
What are synonyms for Cancel?
Common alternatives include call off, annul, rescind, revoke, terminate.
What is the opposite of Cancel?
Opposite meanings include confirm, continue, schedule.
What words go with Cancel?
It commonly pairs with cancel a reservation, cancel a meeting, cancel an order, cancel a flight.
What are common mistakes when using Cancel?
Confused with 'cancellation', which is a noun. Using 'canceled' instead of 'cancelled' in British English. Omitting the object, e.g., saying 'I will cancel' without specifying what.
How do you pronounce Cancel?
US: //ˈkænsl//, UK: //ˈkænsl//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Cancel?
Used in formal and informal contexts; appropriate when discussing plans, subscriptions, or events. Avoid using it when talking about permanent decisions.
What CEFR level is Cancel?
"Cancel" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.