A2noun 2K

Ground

🇬🇧 UK /["/ɡraʊnd/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ɡraʊnd/"]/

Meaning of Ground

the solid surface of the earth

In simple words: The solid surface of the Earth.

Ground in a sentence

• The children played on the ground during recess.
• It is important to keep your feet on the ground when you are standing.
• She grounded the electronics to keep them safe from lightning.
• He lost his temper and was grounded for a week.

How to use Ground

Use 'ground' in contexts related to outdoor areas or the Earth's surface. Avoid using it in very formal writing, as 'surface' may be more suitable.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'ground' as the 'grounded' surface beneath your feet.

Related words

Collocations with Ground

• firm
• hard
• solid
• fall to
• hit
• strike
• level
• forces
• troops
• the ground beneath somebody’s feet
• above ground
• below ground
• in the ground
• high
• low
• open
• patch
• piece
• cricket
• football
• rugby
• at a/​the ground
• inside a/​the ground
• burial
• dumping
• camp
• at a/​the ground
• in a/​the ground
• firm
• hard
• solid
• fall to
• hit
• strike
• level
• forces
• troops
• the ground beneath somebody’s feet
• above ground
• below ground
• in the ground
• extensive
• large
• castle
• be set in
• have
• cross
• in the grounds (of)
• on the grounds (of)
• familiar
• home
• old
• cover
• go over
• tread
• on… ground
• break new ground
• hold your ground
• stand your ground
• good
• reasonable
• strong
• have
• be
• give (somebody)
• on… grounds
• on the grounds of
• ground for
• burial
• dumping
• camp
• at a/​the ground
• in a/​the ground

Synonyms for Ground

• soil
• earth
• terrain
• land
• floor

Opposites of Ground

• sky
• ceiling

Common mistakes with Ground

• Confused with 'earth' when referring to soil.
• Using 'ground' as a verb in the wrong context.

Frequently asked questions about Ground

What does Ground mean?

The solid surface of the Earth.

What is the definition of Ground?

the solid surface of the earth

How do you use Ground in a sentence?

The children played on the ground during recess.

Can you give another example of Ground?

It is important to keep your feet on the ground when you are standing.

What are synonyms for Ground?

Common alternatives include soil, earth, terrain, land, floor.

What is the opposite of Ground?

Opposite meanings include sky, ceiling.

What words go with Ground?

It commonly pairs with firm, hard, solid, fall to, hit, strike, level, forces, troops, the ground beneath somebody’s feet, above ground, below ground, in the ground, high, low, open, patch, piece, cricket, football, rugby, at a/​the ground, inside a/​the ground, burial, dumping, camp, at a/​the ground, in a/​the ground, firm, hard, solid, fall to, hit, strike, level, forces, troops, the ground beneath somebody’s feet, above ground, below ground, in the ground, extensive, large, castle, be set in, have, cross, in the grounds (of), on the grounds (of), familiar, home, old, cover, go over, tread, on… ground, break new ground, hold your ground, stand your ground, good, reasonable, strong, have, be, give (somebody), on… grounds, on the grounds of, ground for, burial, dumping, camp, at a/​the ground, in a/​the ground.

What are common mistakes when using Ground?

Confused with 'earth' when referring to soil. Using 'ground' as a verb in the wrong context.

How do you pronounce Ground?

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

When should I use Ground?

Use 'ground' in contexts related to outdoor areas or the Earth's surface. Avoid using it in very formal writing, as 'surface' may be more suitable.

What CEFR level is Ground?

"Ground" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.