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Driver

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈdraɪvə(r)/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈdraɪvər/"]/

Meaning of Driver

a person who drives a vehicle

In simple words: A person who operates a vehicle.

Driver in a sentence

• The driver of the car was very skilled.
• She hired a driver to take her to the airport.
• Becoming a professional race car driver takes years of practice.
• The driver must obey all traffic laws.
• He is not just a driver; he is also a mechanic.

How to use Driver

Typically used in both formal and informal contexts. Avoid using 'driver' for non-vehicle operators, such as pilots or conductors.

Grammar pattern

driver + object (e.g. driver a car)

Memory hint

Think of 'drive' and add 'er' to make it a person who drives.

Related words

Collocations with Driver

• careful
• good
• safe

Synonyms for Driver

• chauffeur
• motorist
• operator

Opposites of Driver

• passenger
• pedestrian

Common mistakes with Driver

• Using 'drive' instead of 'driver' to refer to the person.
• Confusing 'driver' with 'driving' (the action).
• Assuming 'driver' only refers to someone who drives cars; it can also refer to any vehicle operator.

Frequently asked questions about Driver

What does Driver mean?

A person who operates a vehicle.

What is the definition of Driver?

a person who drives a vehicle

How do you use Driver in a sentence?

The driver of the car was very skilled.

Can you give another example of Driver?

She hired a driver to take her to the airport.

What are synonyms for Driver?

Common alternatives include chauffeur, motorist, operator.

What is the opposite of Driver?

Opposite meanings include passenger, pedestrian.

What words go with Driver?

It commonly pairs with careful, good, safe.

What are common mistakes when using Driver?

Using 'drive' instead of 'driver' to refer to the person. Confusing 'driver' with 'driving' (the action). Assuming 'driver' only refers to someone who drives cars; it can also refer to any vehicle operator.

How do you pronounce Driver?

US: /["/ˈdraɪvər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈdraɪvə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Driver?

Typically used in both formal and informal contexts. Avoid using 'driver' for non-vehicle operators, such as pilots or conductors.

What CEFR level is Driver?

"Driver" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.