Meaning of Hates
To have a strong aversion to something.
In simple words: Dislike something very much.
Hates in a sentence
- She hates waking up early in the morning.
- He hates that movie because it’s too long.
- Many children hate vegetables, especially broccoli.
- She really hates being late for appointments.
- He absolutely hates the cold weather in winter.
How to use Hates
Use 'hates' when expressing strong dislike. It’s appropriate in casual conversation, but can be seen as strong in formal contexts.
Grammar pattern
hate + object
Memory hint
Think of 'hates' as 'he hates' someone rolling their eyes at something they really dislike.
Related words
Collocations with Hates
- hate the idea
- hate doing something
- hate the way
- hate when
- hate to say
Synonyms for Hates
- detests
- loathes
- despises
- abominates
- dislikes
Opposites of Hates
- loves
- adores
- likes
Common mistakes with Hates
- Confusing 'hate' with 'dislike' which is milder.
- Using 'hates' in the wrong tense or subject.
- Neglecting to use it with the correct object.
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Frequently asked questions about Hates
What does Hates mean?
Dislike something very much.
What is the definition of Hates?
To have a strong aversion to something.
How do you use Hates in a sentence?
She hates waking up early in the morning.
Can you give another example of Hates?
He hates that movie because it’s too long.
What are synonyms for Hates?
Common alternatives include detests, loathes, despises, abominates, dislikes.
What is the opposite of Hates?
Opposite meanings include loves, adores, likes.
What words go with Hates?
It commonly pairs with hate the idea, hate doing something, hate the way, hate when, hate to say.
What are common mistakes when using Hates?
Confusing 'hate' with 'dislike' which is milder. Using 'hates' in the wrong tense or subject. Neglecting to use it with the correct object.
How do you pronounce Hates?
US: //heɪts//, UK: //heɪts//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Hates?
Use 'hates' when expressing strong dislike. It’s appropriate in casual conversation, but can be seen as strong in formal contexts.