Cool MateMeaning of Firefighter
a person whose job is to put out fires
In simple words: A person whose job is to put out fires.
Firefighter in a sentence
- Firefighters were called to a house in Summertown.
- Firefighters rescued a driver trapped in the wreckage of his car.
- A wildfire near Sydney killed three firefighters.
- Firefighters battled to save a historic building after arsonists set it alight.
- Firefighters tackled a warehouse blaze.
How to use Firefighter
Use 'firefighter' when referring to a professional who fights fires. Avoid using in very formal contexts; 'fireman' is often used informally but can be seen as outdated or less inclusive.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of someone who fights with flames — 'fire' + 'fighter'.
Related words
Collocations with Firefighter
Synonyms for Firefighter
- fireman
- firewoman
- fire rescue officer
- fire service member
Opposites of Firefighter
- arsonist
Common mistakes with Firefighter
- Confused with 'fireman', which is often considered less gender-neutral.
- May mispronounce it as 'fire-fighter' instead of 'firefighter' (one word).
Firefighter appears in
Firefighter in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
رجل إطفاء
شخص وظيفته إطفاء الحرائق.
- Bengaliবাংলা
দমকলকর্মী
যিনি আগুন নেভানোর কাজ করেন।
- GermanDeutsch
Feuerwehrmann / Feuerwehrfrau
Jemand, dessen Job es ist, Feuer zu löschen.
- SpanishEspañol
Bombero/a
Alguien que apaga incendios como trabajo.
- Persianفارسی
آتشنشان
کسی که کارش خاموش کردن آتیشه.
- FrenchFrançais
Pompier
Quelqu'un dont le boulot est d'éteindre le feu.
- Hindiहिन्दी
दमकलकर्मी
एक व्यक्ति जिसका काम आग बुझाना है।
- ItalianItaliano
Vigile del fuoco
Una persona che fa questo mestiere per spegnere gli incendi.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Bombeiro
Alguém que apaga incêndios como profissão.
- RussianРусский
Пожарный
Человек, который тушит пожары.
- Urduاردو
آتش نشان
آگ بجھانے والا شخص۔
- Chinese中文
消防员
一个负责灭火的人。
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the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
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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 Firefighter
What does Firefighter mean?
A person whose job is to put out fires.
What is the definition of Firefighter?
a person whose job is to put out fires
How do you use Firefighter in a sentence?
Firefighters were called to a house in Summertown.
Can you give another example of Firefighter?
Firefighters rescued a driver trapped in the wreckage of his car.
What are synonyms for Firefighter?
Common alternatives include fireman, firewoman, fire rescue officer, fire service member.
What is the opposite of Firefighter?
Opposite meanings include arsonist.
What words go with Firefighter?
It commonly pairs with full-time, part-time, volunteer, call, call out, kill, battle something, fight something, tackle something.
What are common mistakes when using Firefighter?
Confused with 'fireman', which is often considered less gender-neutral. May mispronounce it as 'fire-fighter' instead of 'firefighter' (one word).
How do you pronounce Firefighter?
US: /["/ˈfaɪərfaɪtər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈfaɪəfaɪtə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Firefighter?
Use 'firefighter' when referring to a professional who fights fires. Avoid using in very formal contexts; 'fireman' is often used informally but can be seen as outdated or less inclusive.
What CEFR level is Firefighter?
"Firefighter" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.