Cool MateMeaning of Imprison
to put somebody in a prison or another place from which they cannot escape
In simple words: To put someone in jail.
Imprison in a sentence
- They were imprisoned for a crime they didn't commit.
- I feel imprisoned in my own home.
- He was imprisoned in a dungeon.
- We work on behalf of people who have been wrongly imprisoned.
- Her fear virtually imprisoned her in her home.
How to use Imprison
Use 'imprison' in legal or serious contexts. Avoid using it in casual conversation; instead, say 'put in jail' for informal situations.
Grammar pattern
imprison + object
Memory hint
Sounds like 'in prison' — imagine a locked door with a person inside.
Related words
Synonyms for Imprison
Common mistakes with Imprison
- Confused with 'prison' — 'imprison' is a verb.
- Using 'imprisoned' without an object, which can sound incomplete.
- Mixing it with informal terms in serious discussions.
Imprison appears in
Imprison in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
يسجن
وضع شخص ما في السجن.
- Bengaliবাংলা
কারারুদ্ধ করা
কাউকে জেলে ঢোকানো।
- GermanDeutsch
Gefangen nehmen, einsperren
Jemanden ins Gefängnis stecken.
- SpanishEspañol
Encarcelar
Meter a alguien en la cárcel.
- Persianفارسی
حبس کردن
کسی را به زندان انداختن.
- FrenchFrançais
Emprisonner
Mettre quelqu'un en prison.
- Hindiहिन्दी
कैद करना
किसी को जेल में डालना।
- ItalianItaliano
Imprigionare
Mettere qualcuno in galera.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Encarcerar
Colocar alguém na cadeia.
- RussianРусский
Заключить в тюрьму, посадить в тюрьму
Посадить кого-то в тюрьму.
- Urduاردو
قید کرنا، قید میں ڈالنا
کسی کو جیل میں ڈالنا۔
- Chinese中文
监禁
把某人关进监狱。
More words like Imprison
- Jail
- AbolishC1
To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- AbortionC1
the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
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Frequently asked questions about Imprison
What does Imprison mean?
To put someone in jail.
What is the definition of Imprison?
to put somebody in a prison or another place from which they cannot escape
How do you use Imprison in a sentence?
They were imprisoned for a crime they didn't commit.
Can you give another example of Imprison?
I feel imprisoned in my own home.
What are synonyms for Imprison?
Common alternatives include jail.
What is the opposite of Imprison?
Opposite meanings include release, free, liberate.
What words go with Imprison?
It commonly pairs with falsely, unjustly, wrongfully, for, in.
What are common mistakes when using Imprison?
Confused with 'prison' — 'imprison' is a verb. Using 'imprisoned' without an object, which can sound incomplete. Mixing it with informal terms in serious discussions.
How do you pronounce Imprison?
US: /["/ɪmˈprɪzn/","/ɪmˈprɪznz/","/ɪmˈprɪznd/","/ɪmˈprɪznɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ɪmˈprɪzn/","/ɪmˈprɪznz/","/ɪmˈprɪznd/","/ɪmˈprɪznɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Imprison formal or informal?
"Imprison" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.
When should I use Imprison?
Use 'imprison' in legal or serious contexts. Avoid using it in casual conversation; instead, say 'put in jail' for informal situations.
What CEFR level is Imprison?
"Imprison" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.