B2noun 2K

Interval

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈɪntəvl/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈɪntərvl/"]/

Meaning of Interval

a period of time between two events

In simple words: A pause or break between events or activities.

Interval in a sentence

• The race will include several intervals where runners can rest.
• Please set a timer for a 15-minute interval during the meeting.
• The musical piece has a three-minute interval between the two movements.
• In mathematics, an interval is defined as a set of numbers between two endpoints.
• Every hour, there is a five-minute interval where announcements are made.

How to use Interval

Use 'interval' in formal or neutral contexts, such as discussions about time gaps. Avoid in casual, informal conversations where simpler terms like 'break' might be preferred.

Grammar pattern

interval + (between) + events

Memory hint

Think of 'inter' as a gap between two 'vals' (values) — like a break in music.

Related words

Collocations with Interval

• brief
• short
• long
• at intervals
• in the interval
• interval between
• at fixed, periodic, regular, etc. intervals
• at irregular intervals
• at random intervals
• brief
• short
• long
• at intervals
• in the interval
• interval between
• at fixed, periodic, regular, etc. intervals
• at irregular intervals
• at random intervals

Synonyms for Interval

• break
• pause
• gap
• intermission
• interlude

Opposites of Interval

• continuity
• constant

Common mistakes with Interval

• Confused with 'interview', thinking they have similar meanings.
• Mixing up with 'internal', leading to incorrect usage in context.
• 'Interval' used incorrectly as a verb.

Frequently asked questions about Interval

What does Interval mean?

A pause or break between events or activities.

What is the definition of Interval?

a period of time between two events

How do you use Interval in a sentence?

The race will include several intervals where runners can rest.

Can you give another example of Interval?

Please set a timer for a 15-minute interval during the meeting.

What are synonyms for Interval?

Common alternatives include break, pause, gap, intermission, interlude.

What is the opposite of Interval?

Opposite meanings include continuity, constant.

What words go with Interval?

It commonly pairs with brief, short, long, at intervals, in the interval, interval between, at fixed, periodic, regular, etc. intervals, at irregular intervals, at random intervals, brief, short, long, at intervals, in the interval, interval between, at fixed, periodic, regular, etc. intervals, at irregular intervals, at random intervals.

What are common mistakes when using Interval?

Confused with 'interview', thinking they have similar meanings. Mixing up with 'internal', leading to incorrect usage in context. 'Interval' used incorrectly as a verb.

How do you pronounce Interval?

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

When should I use Interval?

Use 'interval' in formal or neutral contexts, such as discussions about time gaps. Avoid in casual, informal conversations where simpler terms like 'break' might be preferred.

What CEFR level is Interval?

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