Cool MateMeaning of Cave
a large hole in the side of a hill or cliff or under the ground
In simple words: A large hole in the ground or in the side of a mountain.
Cave in a sentence
- the mouth *(= the entrance)* of the cave
- The area contains vast underground cave systems.
- a **cave-dweller** *(= a person who lives in a )
- We took shelter in a dark cave.
- a collapsed limestone cave
How to use Cave
Used in both casual and formal contexts. Often discussed in relation to nature, geology, or adventure. Not typically used in a figurative sense.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of a 'cave' as a dark cave where bats hide. The word starts with 'c', like 'cavern'!
Related words
Collocations with Cave
Synonyms for Cave
- cavern
- grotto
- den
- hollow
Common mistakes with Cave
- Confusing with 'cavern', which often implies a larger space.
- Using as a verb instead of a noun.
Cave appears in
Cave in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
كهف
فتحة كبيرة في الأرض أو في جانب جبل.
- Bengaliবাংলা
গুহা
মাটি বা পাহাড়ের পাশে একটি বড় গর্ত।
- GermanDeutsch
Höhle
Ein großes Loch im Boden oder in der Seite eines Berges.
- SpanishEspañol
Cueva
Un agujero grande en el suelo o en la ladera de una montaña.
- Persianفارسی
غار
یه سوراخ گنده تو زمین یا بغل کوه.
- FrenchFrançais
Grotte, Caverne
Un grand trou dans le sol ou dans le flanc d'une montagne.
- Hindiहिन्दी
गुफा
पहाड़ के किनारे या ज़मीन में एक बड़ा सा छेद।
- ItalianItaliano
Grotta
Un grande buco nel terreno o nel fianco di una montagna.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Caverna
Um buraco grande no chão ou na lateral de uma montanha.
- RussianРусский
Пещера
Большая дыра в земле или в склоне горы.
- Urduاردو
غار
پہاڑ یا زمین کے اندر ایک بڑا سوراخ۔
- Chinese中文
洞穴
山里或地下的一个大洞。
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- Hollow
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the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
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Frequently asked questions about Cave
What does Cave mean?
A large hole in the ground or in the side of a mountain.
What is the definition of Cave?
a large hole in the side of a hill or cliff or under the ground
How do you use Cave in a sentence?
the mouth *(= the entrance)* of the cave
Can you give another example of Cave?
The area contains vast underground cave systems.
What are synonyms for Cave?
Common alternatives include cavern, grotto, den, hollow.
What is the opposite of Cave?
Opposite meanings include hill, mountain.
What words go with Cave?
It commonly pairs with deep, large, shallow, explore, collapse, ceiling, entrance, floor, in a/the cave, the ceiling of a cave, the floor of a cave, the roof of a cave.
What are common mistakes when using Cave?
Confusing with 'cavern', which often implies a larger space. Using as a verb instead of a noun.
How do you pronounce Cave?
US: /["/keɪv/"]/, UK: /["/keɪv/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Cave?
Used in both casual and formal contexts. Often discussed in relation to nature, geology, or adventure. Not typically used in a figurative sense.
What CEFR level is Cave?
"Cave" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.