Cool MateMeaning of Kill
In simple words: to cause someone or something to die
Kill in a sentence
- He decided to kill the weeds in the garden with a strong herbicide.
- The hunter managed to kill a deer during the season.
- In the movie, the villain aims to kill the hero in the final battle.
- The comedian's jokes were so funny that they could kill you with laughter.
- The exam was so boring that it felt like it would kill us all.
- Don't kill the vibe at the party; everyone is having a great time!
- He didn't mean to kill the spirit of the event with his negative comments.
How to use Kill
Use 'kill' in both casual and serious contexts. Avoid in sensitive discussions about death unless appropriate. In informal settings, it can also mean to stop something (like a plan).
Grammar pattern
kill + object
Memory hint
Think of 'kill' as 'to end a thrill' — when something exciting comes to an end.
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Collocations with Kill
Common mistakes with Kill
- Confused with 'kill' as a synonym for 'murder' — not all killings are murders.
- Using 'killed' when referring to stopping an activity — it’s better to say 'killed it' in such contexts.
- Confusing the noun form 'kill' with 'killing' — 'kill' refers to the act, while 'killing' often refers to the act of murder.
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Kill in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
قتل
أن تتسبب في موت شخص أو شيء
- Bengaliবাংলা
মারা ফেলা, শেষ করা
কাউকে বা কোনো কিছুকে মেরে ফেলা
- GermanDeutsch
Töten, umbringen, auslöschen
jemanden oder etwas sterben lassen
- SpanishEspañol
Matar
causar que alguien o algo muera
- Persianفارسی
کشتن، از بین بردن
باعث مردن کسی یا چیزی شدن
- FrenchFrançais
Tuer, Éliminer, Supprimer
causer la mort de quelqu'un ou de quelque chose
- Hindiहिन्दी
मारना
किसी को या किसी चीज़ को मरवाना
- ItalianItaliano
Uccidere, Ammazzare, Stroncare
far morire qualcuno o qualcosa
- PortuguesePortuguês
Matar, Eliminar, Aniquilar
Causar a morte de alguém ou de algo.
- RussianРусский
Убить, убивать, уничтожить, заглушить
причинить смерть кому-то или чему-то
- Chinese中文
杀死
导致某人或某物死亡
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Frequently asked questions about Kill
What does Kill mean?
to cause someone or something to die
What is the definition of Kill?
to make somebody/something die
How do you use Kill in a sentence?
He decided to kill the weeds in the garden with a strong herbicide.
Can you give another example of Kill?
The hunter managed to kill a deer during the season.
What are synonyms for Kill?
Common alternatives include slay, execute, terminate, destroy, dispatch.
What is the opposite of Kill?
Opposite meanings include save, rescue, protect.
What words go with Kill?
It commonly pairs with outright, almost, nearly, want to, be prepared to, threaten to, admit killing somebody, admit to killing somebody, deny killing somebody.
What are common mistakes when using Kill?
Confused with 'kill' as a synonym for 'murder' — not all killings are murders. Using 'killed' when referring to stopping an activity — it’s better to say 'killed it' in such contexts. Confusing the noun form 'kill' with 'killing' — 'kill' refers to the act, while 'killing' often refers to the act of murder.
How do you pronounce Kill?
US: /["/kɪl/","/kɪlz/","/kɪld/","/ˈkɪlɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/kɪl/","/kɪlz/","/kɪld/","/ˈkɪlɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Kill?
Use 'kill' in both casual and serious contexts. Avoid in sensitive discussions about death unless appropriate. In informal settings, it can also mean to stop something (like a plan).
What CEFR level is Kill?
"Kill" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.