A2noun 2K

Hole

🇬🇧 UK /["/həʊl/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/həʊl/"]/

Meaning of Hole

a hollow space in something solid or in the surface of something

In simple words: An opening or empty space in something.

Hole in a sentence

• I found a hole in my shirt.
• The rabbit dug a hole in the ground.
• There was a hole in the wall after the accident.
• He accidentally dropped his phone down a hole.
• I made a hole in the paper with a pencil.

How to use Hole

Used to describe physical openings, like a hole in the ground or in clothing. Can also be used metaphorically, such as feeling an emotional hole. Avoid using in very formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'hole' as something you can see through, like a window to the 'ole' world.

Related words

Collocations with Hole

• big
• deep
• gaping
• bore
• create
• cut
• down a/​the hole
• in a/​the hole
• through a/​the hole
• full of holes
• riddled with holes
• big
• deep
• gaping
• bore
• create
• cut
• down a/​the hole
• in a/​the hole
• through a/​the hole
• full of holes
• riddled with holes

Synonyms for Hole

• dump

Opposites of Hole

• solid
• full

Common mistakes with Hole

• Confused with 'whole' (the complete amount)
• Using 'hole' instead of 'hollow' when describing a shape
• Saying 'holl' instead of 'hole'

Frequently asked questions about Hole

What does Hole mean?

An opening or empty space in something.

What is the definition of Hole?

a hollow space in something solid or in the surface of something

How do you use Hole in a sentence?

I found a hole in my shirt.

Can you give another example of Hole?

The rabbit dug a hole in the ground.

What are synonyms for Hole?

Common alternatives include dump.

What is the opposite of Hole?

Opposite meanings include solid, full.

What words go with Hole?

It commonly pairs with big, deep, gaping, bore, create, cut, down a/​the hole, in a/​the hole, through a/​the hole, full of holes, riddled with holes, big, deep, gaping, bore, create, cut, down a/​the hole, in a/​the hole, through a/​the hole, full of holes, riddled with holes.

What are common mistakes when using Hole?

Confused with 'whole' (the complete amount) Using 'hole' instead of 'hollow' when describing a shape Saying 'holl' instead of 'hole'

How do you pronounce Hole?

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

When should I use Hole?

Used to describe physical openings, like a hole in the ground or in clothing. Can also be used metaphorically, such as feeling an emotional hole. Avoid using in very formal contexts.

What CEFR level is Hole?

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