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UK/["/ɡlɑːs/"]/US/["/ɡlæs/"]/

Meaning of Glass

In simple words: A hard, transparent material used for making windows and containers.

Glass in a sentence

  • The window is made of glass.
  • Please pour the juice into a glass.
  • I dropped the glass and it shattered.
  • He wears glasses to help him see better.
  • The glass bottle is empty.

How to use Glass

Use 'glass' to refer to the material or objects made from it, like cups or windows. Avoid using it in very technical contexts without specifying what type (e.g. 'safety glass').

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of how light passes through glass like a clear avenue.

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Collocations with Glass

Synonyms for Glass

Opposites of Glass

Common mistakes with Glass

  • Confusing 'glass' with 'glasses' for the plural of drinking containers.
  • Using 'glass' instead of 'glaze' when referring to pottery.
  • Mispronouncing 'glass' as 'glance'.

Compare Glass with Crystal, Window, Container, Vessel

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Frequently asked questions about Glass

What does Glass mean?

A hard, transparent material used for making windows and containers.

What is the definition of Glass?

a hard, usually clear, substance used, for example, for making windows and bottles

How do you use Glass in a sentence?

The window is made of glass.

Can you give another example of Glass?

Please pour the juice into a glass.

What are synonyms for Glass?

Common alternatives include pane, crystal, window, container, vessel.

What is the opposite of Glass?

Opposite meanings include opaque, solid.

What words go with Glass?

It commonly pairs with clear, coloured/​colored, opaque, piece, pane, sheet, blow, make, break, break, crack, shatter, beads, bottle, bowl, behind glass, on glass, under glass, brimming, full, half-empty, have, drink, sip, clink, in a/​the/​somebody’s glass, glass of, (a) glass in (your) hand.

What are common mistakes when using Glass?

Confusing 'glass' with 'glasses' for the plural of drinking containers. Using 'glass' instead of 'glaze' when referring to pottery. Mispronouncing 'glass' as 'glance'.

How do you pronounce Glass?

US: /["/ɡlæs/"]/, UK: /["/ɡlɑːs/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Glass?

Use 'glass' to refer to the material or objects made from it, like cups or windows. Avoid using it in very technical contexts without specifying what type (e.g. 'safety glass').

What CEFR level is Glass?

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