A2noun 1K

Couple

UK /["/ˈkʌpl/"]/ US /["/ˈkʌpl/"]/ Pronunciation

Definition

two people or things

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In simple words: Two people together, often in a romantic relationship.

Examples

• The couple walked hand in hand along the beach.
• We saw a couple of interesting movies last weekend.
• That couple always seems so happy together.
• Could you lend me a couple of dollars?
• A couple of friends are coming over tonight.

Usage notes

Use 'couple' to refer to romantic partners or two items. Avoid using it in formal contexts to describe groups larger than two.

Grammar pattern

couple + object (e.g., couple with friends)

Memory hint

Think of 'couple' as 'a couple to cuddle'.

Collocations

• adorable
• attractive
• beautiful
• make
• the happy couple

Synonyms

• pair
• duo
• twosome
• partners
• friends

Antonyms

• single
• alone

Common mistakes

• 'Couple' used as a verb incorrectly (it's a noun).
• Confusing 'couple' with 'pair' in contexts where only romance is implied.
• Using 'couples' as a singular form.