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UK/["/flaɪ/","/flaɪd/","/flaɪz/","/fluː/","/fləʊn/","/ˈflaɪɪŋ/"]/US/["/flaɪ/","/flaɪd/","/flaɪz/","/fluː/","/fləʊn/","/ˈflaɪɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Fly

In simple words: To move through the air using wings.

Fly in a sentence

  • The bird can fly high in the sky.
  • I watched the airplane fly over the city.
  • I love to fly during the summer vacations.
  • In my dream, I could fly like a superhero.

How to use Fly

Use 'fly' when talking about birds, insects, or airplanes. 'Flying' is commonly used in a variety of contexts but may seem informal or casual when referring to personal experiences. Avoid using it in formal writing unless discussing aviation.

Grammar pattern

fly + object (e.g., fly a kite)

Memory hint

Sounds like 'high'— imagine a bird flying high in the sky.

Related words

Synonyms for Fly

  • wing it

Opposites of Fly

Common mistakes with Fly

  • Confused with 'flee' which means to run away.
  • Using 'fly' in the past tense incorrectly (e.g., 'flied' instead of 'flew').
  • Mixing up 'fly' as a verb and 'fly' as a noun (e.g., saying 'the fly is flying' instead of 'the fly flies').

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Frequently asked questions about Fly

What does Fly mean?

To move through the air using wings.

What is the definition of Fly?

to move through the air, using wings

How do you use Fly in a sentence?

The bird can fly high in the sky.

Can you give another example of Fly?

I watched the airplane fly over the city.

What are synonyms for Fly?

Common alternatives include wing it.

What is the opposite of Fly?

Opposite meanings include land, fall.

What words go with Fly?

It commonly pairs with high, low, fast, above, over, high, low, fast, above, over, high, low, fast, above, over.

What are common mistakes when using Fly?

Confused with 'flee' which means to run away. Using 'fly' in the past tense incorrectly (e.g., 'flied' instead of 'flew'). Mixing up 'fly' as a verb and 'fly' as a noun (e.g., saying 'the fly is flying' instead of 'the fly flies').

How do you pronounce Fly?

US: /["/flaɪ/","/flaɪd/","/flaɪz/","/fluː/","/fləʊn/","/ˈflaɪɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/flaɪ/","/flaɪd/","/flaɪz/","/fluː/","/fləʊn/","/ˈflaɪɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Fly?

Use 'fly' when talking about birds, insects, or airplanes. 'Flying' is commonly used in a variety of contexts but may seem informal or casual when referring to personal experiences. Avoid using it in formal writing unless discussing aviation.

What CEFR level is Fly?

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