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UK/["/hiːl/"]/US/["/hiːl/"]/

Meaning of Heel

In simple words: The back part of your foot below your ankle.

Heel in a sentence

  • She stepped on his heel accidentally while dancing.
  • The dog nipped at my heel as I walked by.
  • His heel was injured during the soccer match.
  • She wore high heels to the party, which made her taller.
  • To heal from his injury, he needed to take a break from running.
  • The doctor recommended exercises to strengthen his heel and foot.

How to use Heel

Used in contexts related to anatomy, footwear, and injuries. It's not typically used in formal writing unless discussing foot health. Informal uses can include slang expressions.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'heel' as the 'heel of your shoe' to remember its position at the back.

Related words

Collocations with Heel

Synonyms for Heel

  • rear foot
  • back of the foot
  • shoe heel

Opposites of Heel

Common mistakes with Heel

  • Confused with 'heal', as in to recover from an injury.
  • Using it as a verb instead of as a noun.
  • Mispronouncing it as 'hill'.

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Frequently asked questions about Heel

What does Heel mean?

The back part of your foot below your ankle.

What is the definition of Heel?

the back part of the foot below the ankle

How do you use Heel in a sentence?

She stepped on his heel accidentally while dancing.

Can you give another example of Heel?

The dog nipped at my heel as I walked by.

What are synonyms for Heel?

Common alternatives include rear foot, back of the foot, shoe heel.

What is the opposite of Heel?

Opposite meanings include toe, tip.

What words go with Heel?

It commonly pairs with lean back on, sit back on, squat on, click, injury, at your heels, under the heel, close on somebody’s heels, hard on somebody’s heels, hot on somebody’s heels, low, high, spike, catch, bar, low, high, spike, catch, bar.

What are common mistakes when using Heel?

Confused with 'heal', as in to recover from an injury. Using it as a verb instead of as a noun. Mispronouncing it as 'hill'.

How do you pronounce Heel?

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

When should I use Heel?

Used in contexts related to anatomy, footwear, and injuries. It's not typically used in formal writing unless discussing foot health. Informal uses can include slang expressions.

What CEFR level is Heel?

"Heel" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.