Cool MateMeaning of Extra
In simple words: More than what is usual or needed.
Extra in a sentence
- I need an extra chair for the meeting.
- She always puts in extra effort for her assignments.
- Can I have some extra cheese on my pizza?
- He is an extra character in the movie.
- The concert had an extra performance that surprised everyone.
How to use Extra
Use 'extra' to describe an additional amount of something. It's appropriate in both casual and formal contexts but can feel informal when referring to excessive amounts (e.g., 'She's acting extra.').
Grammar pattern
extra + noun
Memory hint
Think of 'extra cheese' on pizza — you always want just a bit more!
Related words
Collocations with Extra
- extra help
- extra time
- extra charge
- extra mile
- extra effort
Synonyms for Extra
Common mistakes with Extra
- Confused with 'excessive' - 'extra' is more about additional quantity, while 'excessive' implies too much.
- Using 'extra' as an adverb incorrectly - it should only modify nouns.
- Overusing 'extra' in formal writing - it can seem too casual.
Extra appears in
Extra in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
إضافي
أكثر مما هو معتاد أو مطلوب.
- Bengaliবাংলা
অতিরিক্ত
যা স্বাভাবিক বা প্রয়োজনের চেয়ে বেশি।
- GermanDeutsch
Extra
Mehr als üblich oder nötig.
- SpanishEspañol
Extra
Más de lo que es habitual o necesario.
- Persianفارسی
اضافی
بیشتر از چیزی که معمولاً لازم است یا وجود دارد.
- FrenchFrançais
Supplémentaire, En plus
Plus que ce qui est habituel ou nécessaire.
- Hindiहिन्दी
अतिरिक्त
जितना सामान्य या ज़रूरी है उससे ज़्यादा।
- ItalianItaliano
Extra
Più del solito o del necessario.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Extra
Mais do que o usual ou necessário.
- RussianРусский
Дополнительный, лишний
Больше, чем обычно или нужно.
- Urduاردو
اضافی
عام یا ضرورت سے زیادہ۔
- Chinese中文
额外的
比通常或需要的更多。
More words like Extra
- AdditionalB2
more than was first mentioned or is usual
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- AbilityA2
the fact that somebody/something is able to do something
- AbleA2
having the skill, intelligence, opportunity, etc. needed to do something
- AbroadA2
In or to a country that is not one's own.
- AbsoluteB2
total and complete
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Frequently asked questions about Extra
What does Extra mean?
More than what is usual or needed.
What is the definition of Extra?
more than is usual, expected, or than exists already
How do you use Extra in a sentence?
I need an extra chair for the meeting.
Can you give another example of Extra?
She always puts in extra effort for her assignments.
What are synonyms for Extra?
Common alternatives include additional.
What is the opposite of Extra?
Opposite meanings include less, minimal.
What words go with Extra?
It commonly pairs with extra help, extra time, extra charge, extra mile, extra effort.
What are common mistakes when using Extra?
Confused with 'excessive' - 'extra' is more about additional quantity, while 'excessive' implies too much. Using 'extra' as an adverb incorrectly - it should only modify nouns. Overusing 'extra' in formal writing - it can seem too casual.
How do you pronounce Extra?
US: /["/ˈekstrə/"]/, UK: /["/ˈekstrə/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Extra?
Use 'extra' to describe an additional amount of something. It's appropriate in both casual and formal contexts but can feel informal when referring to excessive amounts (e.g., 'She's acting extra.').
What CEFR level is Extra?
"Extra" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.