Cool MateMeaning of Contain
In simple words: To hold or keep something inside.
Contain in a sentence
- The box can contain many toys.
- The recipe does not contain any nuts.
- His speech will contain important information.
- The lake contains a variety of fish.
- The book contains many interesting stories.
- The area must contain enough resources for the project.
- This container can contain liquids without leaking.
- These documents should contain all the necessary information.
How to use Contain
Use 'contain' when discussing physical objects, substances, or abstract concepts like emotions. It's not typically used for non-physical situations.
Grammar pattern
contain + object
Memory hint
Think of a 'container' holding something — like a box or bottle.
Related words
Collocations with Contain
- contain a substance
- contain feelings
- contain information
- contain an outbreak
- contain a fire
Synonyms for Contain
- restrain
Common mistakes with Contain
- 'Contain' is often confused with 'include' — understanding the difference in implying limits is key.
- Some learners may forget to use 'contain' with proper objects.
- Mistakenly using 'contained' as an intransitive verb.
Contain appears in
Contain in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
يحتوي
لإمساك أو الاحتفاظ بشيء داخل.
- Bengaliবাংলা
ধারণ করা, অন্তর্ভুক্ত করা
কিছু ধারণ করা বা ভিতরে রাখা।
- GermanDeutsch
Enthalten, Beinhalten, Umfassen
Etwas in sich tragen oder einschließen.
- SpanishEspañol
Contener
Sostener o mantener algo adentro.
- Persianفارسی
دربرگرفتن، شامل شدن، داشتن
نگه داشتن یا داشتن چیزی در درون خود.
- FrenchFrançais
Contenir, Comprendre
Avoir quelque chose à l'intérieur ou en faire partie.
- Hindiहिन्दी
समाहित करना, शामिल करना
किसी चीज़ को अंदर रखना या समाहित करना।
- ItalianItaliano
Contenere, Includere
Tenere o conservare qualcosa all'interno.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Conter, Conter em si
Segurar ou manter algo dentro.
- RussianРусский
Содержать, вмещать
Держать или хранить что-то внутри.
- Urduاردو
شامل ہونا، رکھنا
کسی چیز کو اندر رکھنا یا محفوظ رکھنا۔
- Chinese中文
包含
保持或装有某物在里面。
More words like Contain
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- AbilityA2
the fact that somebody/something is able to do something
- AbleA2
having the skill, intelligence, opportunity, etc. needed to do something
- AbroadA2
In or to a country that is not one's own.
- AbsoluteB2
total and complete
- AbsolutelyB1
used to emphasize that something is completely true
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Frequently asked questions about Contain
What does Contain mean?
To hold or keep something inside.
What is the definition of Contain?
if something contains something else, it has that thing inside it or as part of it
How do you use Contain in a sentence?
The box can contain many toys.
Can you give another example of Contain?
The recipe does not contain any nuts.
What are synonyms for Contain?
Common alternatives include restrain.
What is the opposite of Contain?
Opposite meanings include release, exclude, free.
What words go with Contain?
It commonly pairs with contain a substance, contain feelings, contain information, contain an outbreak, contain a fire.
What are common mistakes when using Contain?
'Contain' is often confused with 'include' — understanding the difference in implying limits is key. Some learners may forget to use 'contain' with proper objects. Mistakenly using 'contained' as an intransitive verb.
How do you pronounce Contain?
US: /["/kənˈteɪn/","/kənˈteɪnz/","/kənˈteɪnd/","/kənˈteɪnɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/kənˈteɪn/","/kənˈteɪnz/","/kənˈteɪnd/","/kənˈteɪnɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Contain?
Use 'contain' when discussing physical objects, substances, or abstract concepts like emotions. It's not typically used for non-physical situations.
What CEFR level is Contain?
"Contain" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.