Cool MateMeaning of Coup
a sudden change of government that is illegal and often violent
In simple words: A sudden, illegal takeover of power, usually by a small group.
Coup in a sentence
- The military staged a coup to overthrow the government.
- The failed coup resulted in widespread protests across the country.
- Winning the championship was a real coup for the small team.
- Their new product launch turned out to be a marketing coup.
- The sudden coup led to a dramatic shift in political power.
How to use Coup
Use 'coup' in discussions about political movements or revolutions. It is generally formal and may not be appropriate in everyday casual conversation.
Grammar pattern
coup + object (often 'of power' or 'against a government')
Memory hint
Sounds like 'move' — imagine a surprising move for power.
Related words
Collocations with Coup
Synonyms for Coup
- overthrow
- putsch
- rebellion
- insurrection
- revolt
Opposites of Coup
- stability
- continuity
Common mistakes with Coup
- Confusing 'coup' with 'coop,' which refers to a chicken enclosure.
- Using 'coup' to describe any type of change in leadership rather than a forced or illegal one.
- Spellings like 'coupe' which refer to a car model.
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Frequently asked questions about Coup
What does Coup mean?
A sudden, illegal takeover of power, usually by a small group.
What is the definition of Coup?
a sudden change of government that is illegal and often violent
How do you use Coup in a sentence?
The military staged a coup to overthrow the government.
Can you give another example of Coup?
The failed coup resulted in widespread protests across the country.
What are synonyms for Coup?
Common alternatives include overthrow, putsch, rebellion, insurrection, revolt.
What is the opposite of Coup?
Opposite meanings include stability, continuity.
What words go with Coup?
It commonly pairs with abortive, attempted, failed, launch, mount, stage, attempt, plot, leader, coup against, big, great, major, pull off, score.
What are common mistakes when using Coup?
Confusing 'coup' with 'coop,' which refers to a chicken enclosure. Using 'coup' to describe any type of change in leadership rather than a forced or illegal one. Spellings like 'coupe' which refer to a car model.
How do you pronounce Coup?
US: /["/kuː/","/kuːz/"]/, UK: /["/kuː/","/kuːz/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Coup formal or informal?
"Coup" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.
When should I use Coup?
Use 'coup' in discussions about political movements or revolutions. It is generally formal and may not be appropriate in everyday casual conversation.
What CEFR level is Coup?
"Coup" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.