A1verb 1K

Improve

🇬🇧 UK /["/ɪmˈpruːv/","/ɪmˈpruːvz/","/ɪmˈpruːvd/","/ɪmˈpruːvɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ɪmˈpruːv/","/ɪmˈpruːvz/","/ɪmˈpruːvd/","/ɪmˈpruːvɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Improve

to become better than before; to make something/somebody better than before

In simple words: To make something better.

Improve in a sentence

• I want to improve my English speaking skills.
• You can improve your health by exercising regularly.
• We need to find ways to improve our customer service.
• She took a course to improve her writing.
• He practices every day to improve as a musician.

How to use Improve

Use 'improve' in both formal and informal contexts when talking about enhancing skills, performance, or situations. Avoid using it in overly casual or slangy conversations.

Grammar pattern

improve + object

Memory hint

Think of 'in' and 'move' — you move something to a better state.

Related words

Collocations with Improve

• considerably
• dramatically
• drastically
• continue to
• strive to
• try to
• aimed at improving something
• an attempt to improve something
• an effort to improve something

Synonyms for Improve

• enhance
• boost
• upgrade
• refine
• ameliorate

Opposites of Improve

• deteriorate
• worsen
• decline

Common mistakes with Improve

• Confusing 'improve' with 'improvement' in sentence structure.
• Using 'improve' without an object (it needs something to improve).
• Incorrectly stating 'improve of' instead of just 'improve'.

Frequently asked questions about Improve

What does Improve mean?

To make something better.

What is the definition of Improve?

to become better than before; to make something/somebody better than before

How do you use Improve in a sentence?

I want to improve my English speaking skills.

Can you give another example of Improve?

You can improve your health by exercising regularly.

What are synonyms for Improve?

Common alternatives include enhance, boost, upgrade, refine, ameliorate.

What is the opposite of Improve?

Opposite meanings include deteriorate, worsen, decline.

What words go with Improve?

It commonly pairs with considerably, dramatically, drastically, continue to, strive to, try to, aimed at improving something, an attempt to improve something, an effort to improve something.

What are common mistakes when using Improve?

Confusing 'improve' with 'improvement' in sentence structure. Using 'improve' without an object (it needs something to improve). Incorrectly stating 'improve of' instead of just 'improve'.

How do you pronounce Improve?

US: /["/ɪmˈpruːv/","/ɪmˈpruːvz/","/ɪmˈpruːvd/","/ɪmˈpruːvɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ɪmˈpruːv/","/ɪmˈpruːvz/","/ɪmˈpruːvd/","/ɪmˈpruːvɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Improve?

Use 'improve' in both formal and informal contexts when talking about enhancing skills, performance, or situations. Avoid using it in overly casual or slangy conversations.

What CEFR level is Improve?

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