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UK/["/tʃiːk/"]/US/["/tʃiːk/"]/

Meaning of Cheek

In simple words: The soft area on your face below your eyes.

Cheek in a sentence

  • She gave him a playful slap on the cheek after he told a funny joke.
  • The doctor examined her cheek for any signs of infection.
  • He felt a chill on his cheek as the wind picked up.
  • His cheeky sense of humor often got him into trouble.
  • She had a cheeky grin on her face after winning the game.
  • He was too cheeky with his remarks at the meeting, making everyone uncomfortable.

How to use Cheek

Commonly used when referring to facial features in general conversation. Avoid using in very formal contexts where more specific terms may be preferred.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'cheeky' smile on your cheek!

Related words

Collocations with Cheek

  • flushed
  • hot
  • warm
  • brush
  • caress
  • dab
  • blaze
  • blush
  • burn
  • across somebody’s/​the cheek
  • against somebody’s cheek
  • down somebody’s cheek
  • bring the colour/​color (back) to somebody’s cheeks
  • color floods (to) your cheeks
  • the colour/​color rises to your cheeks
  • awful
  • barefaced
  • colossal
  • have
  • of all the cheek!
  • what a cheek!

Synonyms for Cheek

Opposites of Cheek

  • forehead
  • chin

Common mistakes with Cheek

  • Confused with 'cheeks'— forgets to use plural for both sides of the face.
  • Spelling errors such as 'cheeky' when referring to the face.
  • Using 'cheek' when meaning 'cheeky' in personality context.

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Frequently asked questions about Cheek

What does Cheek mean?

The soft area on your face below your eyes.

What is the definition of Cheek?

either side of the face below the eyes

How do you use Cheek in a sentence?

She gave him a playful slap on the cheek after he told a funny joke.

Can you give another example of Cheek?

The doctor examined her cheek for any signs of infection.

What are synonyms for Cheek?

Common alternatives include nerve.

What is the opposite of Cheek?

Opposite meanings include forehead, chin.

What words go with Cheek?

It commonly pairs with flushed, hot, warm, brush, caress, dab, blaze, blush, burn, across somebody’s/​the cheek, against somebody’s cheek, down somebody’s cheek, bring the colour/​color (back) to somebody’s cheeks, color floods (to) your cheeks, the colour/​color rises to your cheeks, awful, barefaced, colossal, have, of all the cheek!, what a cheek!.

What are common mistakes when using Cheek?

Confused with 'cheeks'— forgets to use plural for both sides of the face. Spelling errors such as 'cheeky' when referring to the face. Using 'cheek' when meaning 'cheeky' in personality context.

How do you pronounce Cheek?

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

When should I use Cheek?

Commonly used when referring to facial features in general conversation. Avoid using in very formal contexts where more specific terms may be preferred.

What CEFR level is Cheek?

"Cheek" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.