Cool MateMeaning of Cope
to deal successfully with something difficult
In simple words: To deal with something difficult or manage a problem.
Cope in a sentence
- She learned to cope with stress through meditation.
- Many people struggle to cope after losing a loved one.
- The team found it hard to cope with the fast pace of the game.
- The company installed extra systems to cope with increased demand.
- The bridge was designed to cope with heavy traffic loads.
How to use Cope
Use 'cope' when discussing handling stress or difficult situations. It's appropriate in both spoken and written contexts, but can feel slightly formal in casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
cope + with + object
Memory hint
Think of 'cope' as 'rope' to help you hang on during tough times.
Related words
Collocations with Cope
- admirably
- effectively
- well
- be able
- can
- be unable to
- with
- somebody’s ability to cope
- a way of coping
Synonyms for Cope
Common mistakes with Cope
- Confusing it with 'coped' as past tense; remember to match the form to the context.
- Using 'cope' without 'with' when mentioning a problem.
- Mixing up with 'cooperate', which means to work together.
Cope appears in
Cope in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
تأقلم, تعامل
تتعامل مع شيء صعب أو تدير مشكلة.
- Bengaliবাংলা
মানিয়ে নেওয়া
কঠিন কিছু সামলানো বা কোনো সমস্যার সমাধান করা।
- GermanDeutsch
Kommen mit, Bewältigen
Mit etwas Schwierigem umgehen oder ein Problem bewältigen.
- SpanishEspañol
Afrontar
Lidiar con algo difícil o manejar un problema.
- Persianفارسی
کنار آمدن، از پس چیزی برآمدن، تاب آوردن
یعنی با یه مشکل یا موقعیت سخت کنار بیای یا مدیریتش کنی.
- FrenchFrançais
Faire face, Gérer
Gérer un problème ou une situation compliquée.
- Hindiहिन्दी
सामना करना
किसी मुश्किल चीज़ से निपटना या किसी समस्या का प्रबंधन करना।
- ItalianItaliano
Farcela, Gestire
Riuscire a gestire un problema o una situazione complicata.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Lidar
Lidar com algo difícil ou gerenciar um problema.
- RussianРусский
Справляться, выдерживать
Справляться с чем-то трудным или решать проблему.
- Urduاردو
سنبھلنا، نمٹنا
کسی مشکل چیز سے نمٹنا یا کسی مسئلے کو سنبھالنا۔
- Chinese中文
应对, 应对
处理困难的事情或解决问题。
More words like Cope
- Manage
- AbolishC1
To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- AbortionC1
the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
- AbsenceC1
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 Cope
What does Cope mean?
To deal with something difficult or manage a problem.
What is the definition of Cope?
to deal successfully with something difficult
How do you use Cope in a sentence?
She learned to cope with stress through meditation.
Can you give another example of Cope?
Many people struggle to cope after losing a loved one.
What are synonyms for Cope?
Common alternatives include manage.
What is the opposite of Cope?
Opposite meanings include struggle, succumb, fail.
What words go with Cope?
It commonly pairs with admirably, effectively, well, be able, can, be unable to, with, somebody’s ability to cope, a way of coping.
What are common mistakes when using Cope?
Confusing it with 'coped' as past tense; remember to match the form to the context. Using 'cope' without 'with' when mentioning a problem. Mixing up with 'cooperate', which means to work together.
How do you pronounce Cope?
US: /["/kəʊp/","/kəʊps/","/kəʊpt/","/ˈkəʊpɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/kəʊp/","/kəʊps/","/kəʊpt/","/ˈkəʊpɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Cope?
Use 'cope' when discussing handling stress or difficult situations. It's appropriate in both spoken and written contexts, but can feel slightly formal in casual conversations.
What CEFR level is Cope?
"Cope" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.