A2noun 2K

Conference

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈkɒnfərəns/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈkɑːnfərəns/"]/

Meaning of Conference

a large official meeting, usually lasting for a few days, at which people with the same work or interests come together to discuss their views

In simple words: A large meeting where many people gather to discuss a specific topic.

Conference in a sentence

• The annual conference held in September attracted many professionals from different industries.
• She attended a conference last week to learn about the latest technologies.
• After the conference, we had a chance to network with other attendees.
• The student conference was a great opportunity for young researchers to present their work.
• Please make sure to register for the conference before the deadline.

How to use Conference

Used in both formal and work contexts, often related to business, education, or specific fields. Less common in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

conference + noun (topic)

Memory hint

Imagine a large room full of people, all in suits, sitting in rows for a big talk.

Related words

Collocations with Conference

• international
• national
• regional
• series
• attend
• go to
• hold
• meet
• take place
• begin
• centre/​center
• facilities
• venue
• at a/​the conference
• in conference with
• conference about
• international
• national
• regional
• series
• attend
• go to
• hold
• meet
• take place
• begin
• centre/​center
• facilities
• venue
• at a/​the conference
• in conference with
• conference about

Synonyms for Conference

• meeting
• symposium
• convention
• summit
• forum

Opposites of Conference

• disagreement
• dispersal

Common mistakes with Conference

• Confused with 'consensus' which refers to a general agreement.
• Using it in singular when the context implies multiple meetings.
• Mixing up with 'seminar', which is usually smaller and more focused.

Frequently asked questions about Conference

What does Conference mean?

A large meeting where many people gather to discuss a specific topic.

What is the definition of Conference?

a large official meeting, usually lasting for a few days, at which people with the same work or interests come together to discuss their views

How do you use Conference in a sentence?

The annual conference held in September attracted many professionals from different industries.

Can you give another example of Conference?

She attended a conference last week to learn about the latest technologies.

What are synonyms for Conference?

Common alternatives include meeting, symposium, convention, summit, forum.

What is the opposite of Conference?

Opposite meanings include disagreement, dispersal.

What words go with Conference?

It commonly pairs with international, national, regional, series, attend, go to, hold, meet, take place, begin, centre/​center, facilities, venue, at a/​the conference, in conference with, conference about, international, national, regional, series, attend, go to, hold, meet, take place, begin, centre/​center, facilities, venue, at a/​the conference, in conference with, conference about.

What are common mistakes when using Conference?

Confused with 'consensus' which refers to a general agreement. Using it in singular when the context implies multiple meetings. Mixing up with 'seminar', which is usually smaller and more focused.

How do you pronounce Conference?

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

When should I use Conference?

Used in both formal and work contexts, often related to business, education, or specific fields. Less common in casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Conference?

"Conference" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.