C1noun 3K

Catalogue

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈkætəlɒɡ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈkætəlɔːɡ/"]/

Meaning of Catalogue

a complete list of items, for example of things that people can look at or buy

In simple words: A list of items, often for sale or to be looked at.

Catalogue in a sentence

• The museum has published a new catalogue of its ancient artifacts.
• I need to browse the catalogue to find the right book for my research.
• The library's catalogue includes over a million entries across various genres.
• In the catalogue, you can find detailed descriptions of each item.
• Her artwork will be featured in the annual gallery catalogue this year.

How to use Catalogue

Use 'catalogue' in business or academic contexts. It's appropriate for formal documents or retail environments but less common in casual conversation.

Grammar pattern

catalogue + object

Memory hint

Imagine a cat taking a log to create a list of all its toys.

Related words

Collocations with Catalogue

• colour/​color
• illustrated
• mail-order
• produce
• publish
• browse through
• in a/​the catalogue

Synonyms for Catalogue

• list
• inventory
• directory
• register
• schedule

Opposites of Catalogue

• disorganization
• chaos
• disorder
• mess

Common mistakes with Catalogue

• Confused with 'catalog' — it's the same but 'catalogue' is the British spelling.
• Using 'catalogue' as a verb mistakenly — it is primarily a noun.

Frequently asked questions about Catalogue

What does Catalogue mean?

A list of items, often for sale or to be looked at.

What is the definition of Catalogue?

a complete list of items, for example of things that people can look at or buy

How do you use Catalogue in a sentence?

The museum has published a new catalogue of its ancient artifacts.

Can you give another example of Catalogue?

I need to browse the catalogue to find the right book for my research.

What are synonyms for Catalogue?

Common alternatives include list, inventory, directory, register, schedule.

What is the opposite of Catalogue?

Opposite meanings include disorganization, chaos, disorder, mess.

What words go with Catalogue?

It commonly pairs with colour/​color, illustrated, mail-order, produce, publish, browse through, in a/​the catalogue.

What are common mistakes when using Catalogue?

Confused with 'catalog' — it's the same but 'catalogue' is the British spelling. Using 'catalogue' as a verb mistakenly — it is primarily a noun.

How do you pronounce Catalogue?

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

When should I use Catalogue?

Use 'catalogue' in business or academic contexts. It's appropriate for formal documents or retail environments but less common in casual conversation.

What CEFR level is Catalogue?

"Catalogue" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.