Cool MateMeaning of Curious
In simple words: Wanting to learn or know more about something.
Curious in a sentence
- She was curious about how the magician performed his tricks.
- The curious child asked endless questions about the stars.
- It's curious that he hasn't called yet despite saying he would.
- He found it curious that the restaurant was closed on a weekday.
How to use Curious
Use 'curious' in both formal and informal contexts. For example, in professional settings, you might say 'I'm curious about the project status,' while in casual conversations, you could say 'I'm curious about what you did on the weekend.'
Grammar pattern
curious + about + object
Memory hint
Think of 'cure' as in discovering a 'cure' for your curiosity.
Related words
Collocations with Curious
Synonyms for Curious
- inquisitive
Opposites of Curious
- indifferent
- uninterested
Common mistakes with Curious
- Confused with 'curious' and 'curiosity' when using in sentences.
- Saying 'curious for' instead of 'curious about'.
- Using 'curious' as a noun instead of an adjective.
Curious appears in
Curious in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
فضولي، غريب
تريد أن تعرف أو تتعلم المزيد عن شيء ما.
- Bengaliবাংলা
কৌতূহলী
কোনো কিছু সম্পর্কে জানতে বা শিখতে চাওয়া।
- GermanDeutsch
Neugierig
Man möchte mehr über etwas erfahren oder wissen.
- SpanishEspañol
Curioso/a
Que quiere aprender o saber más sobre algo.
- Persianفارسی
کنجکاو
میخواهد بیشتر درباره چیزی یاد بگیرد یا بداند.
- FrenchFrançais
Curieux
Envie d'apprendre ou d'en savoir plus sur quelque chose.
- Hindiहिन्दी
जिज्ञासु
किसी चीज़ के बारे में और जानने या सीखने की इच्छा रखना।
- ItalianItaliano
Curioso
Voler imparare o sapere di più su qualcosa.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Curioso
Com vontade de aprender ou saber mais sobre alguma coisa.
- RussianРусский
Любопытный, Интересный
Хочется узнать или узнать больше о чем-то.
- Urduاردو
متجسس، دلچسپ
کسی چیز کے بارے میں مزید جاننے یا سیکھنے کی خواہش رکھنا۔
- Chinese中文
好奇的
想知道或了解更多关于某事。
More words like Curious
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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.
- AbstractB2
based on general ideas and not on any particular real person, thing or situation
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Frequently asked questions about Curious
What does Curious mean?
Wanting to learn or know more about something.
What is the definition of Curious?
having a strong desire to know about something
How do you use Curious in a sentence?
She was curious about how the magician performed his tricks.
Can you give another example of Curious?
The curious child asked endless questions about the stars.
What are synonyms for Curious?
Common alternatives include inquisitive.
What is the opposite of Curious?
Opposite meanings include indifferent, uninterested.
What words go with Curious?
It commonly pairs with be, feel, seem, extremely, fairly, very, about, as to, curious to find out, know, see, etc. somebody/something, be, feel, look, extremely, fairly, very.
What are common mistakes when using Curious?
Confused with 'curious' and 'curiosity' when using in sentences. Saying 'curious for' instead of 'curious about'. Using 'curious' as a noun instead of an adjective.
How do you pronounce Curious?
US: /["/ˈkjʊriəs/"]/, UK: /["/ˈkjʊəriəs/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Curious?
Use 'curious' in both formal and informal contexts. For example, in professional settings, you might say 'I'm curious about the project status,' while in casual conversations, you could say 'I'm curious about what you did on the weekend.'
What CEFR level is Curious?
"Curious" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.