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Idea

🇬🇧 UK /["/aɪˈdɪə/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/aɪˈdiːə/"]/

Meaning of Idea

a plan, thought or suggestion, especially about what to do in a particular situation

In simple words: A thought or suggestion about something.

Idea in a sentence

• She had a brilliant idea for a new invention.
• His idea was to start a community garden in the neighborhood.
• I cannot believe that was your idea; it was so unique!
• During the meeting, we discussed many different ideas.
• The idea of traveling the world excites her immensely.
• They had an idea to form a book club to promote reading.

How to use Idea

Use 'idea' in both spoken and written contexts. It is suitable for most situations, but more formal phrases like 'concept' may be better in academic settings.

Grammar pattern

noun + of idea

Memory hint

Think of 'idea' as a bright light bulb that pops up in your mind.

Related words

Collocations with Idea

• bright
• brilliant
• clever
• have
• come up with
• dream up
• come into somebody’s brain
• come into somebody’s head
• come into somebody’s mind
• idea about
• idea for
• idea of
• be open to ideas
• the germ of an idea
• have other ideas
• clear
• concrete
• precise
• get
• espouse
• have
• amuse somebody
• appeal to somebody
• please somebody
• idea about
• idea behind
• idea of
• clear
• concrete
• precise
• get
• espouse
• have
• amuse somebody
• appeal to somebody
• please somebody
• idea about
• idea behind
• idea of

Synonyms for Idea

• thought
• concept
• notion
• plan
• suggestion

Opposites of Idea

• reality
• fact

Common mistakes with Idea

• Confusing 'idea' with 'idear' which is incorrect.
• Using 'idea' as a verb; it is only a noun.
• Mispronouncing 'idea' by not emphasizing the second syllable.

Frequently asked questions about Idea

What does Idea mean?

A thought or suggestion about something.

What is the definition of Idea?

a plan, thought or suggestion, especially about what to do in a particular situation

How do you use Idea in a sentence?

She had a brilliant idea for a new invention.

Can you give another example of Idea?

His idea was to start a community garden in the neighborhood.

What are synonyms for Idea?

Common alternatives include thought, concept, notion, plan, suggestion.

What is the opposite of Idea?

Opposite meanings include reality, fact.

What words go with Idea?

It commonly pairs with bright, brilliant, clever, have, come up with, dream up, come into somebody’s brain, come into somebody’s head, come into somebody’s mind, idea about, idea for, idea of, be open to ideas, the germ of an idea, have other ideas, clear, concrete, precise, get, espouse, have, amuse somebody, appeal to somebody, please somebody, idea about, idea behind, idea of, clear, concrete, precise, get, espouse, have, amuse somebody, appeal to somebody, please somebody, idea about, idea behind, idea of.

What are common mistakes when using Idea?

Confusing 'idea' with 'idear' which is incorrect. Using 'idea' as a verb; it is only a noun. Mispronouncing 'idea' by not emphasizing the second syllable.

How do you pronounce Idea?

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

When should I use Idea?

Use 'idea' in both spoken and written contexts. It is suitable for most situations, but more formal phrases like 'concept' may be better in academic settings.

What CEFR level is Idea?

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