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UK//kaɪnd əv//US//kaɪnd ʌv//

Meaning of Kind of

A phrase used to express a type or variety of something.

In simple words: a type of something

Kind of in a sentence

  • I like this kind of music.
  • What kind of movie do you want to watch?
  • This is a kind of dessert I’ve never tried before.

How to use Kind of

Use in informal situations to indicate a category or type. Avoid in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

kind of + noun

Memory hint

Think of a box of different kinds of things — it means a type.

Related words

Collocations with Kind of

  • kind of like
  • kind of person
  • kind of problem

Synonyms for Kind of

  • type of
  • sort of
  • category of
  • variety of
  • genre of

Opposites of Kind of

Common mistakes with Kind of

  • Using 'kind of' with uncountable nouns incorrectly.
  • 'Kind of' is sometimes confused with 'sort of'.
  • Overusing 'kind of' in formal contexts.

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Frequently asked questions about Kind of

What does Kind of mean?

a type of something

What is the definition of Kind of?

A phrase used to express a type or variety of something.

How do you use Kind of in a sentence?

I like this kind of music.

Can you give another example of Kind of?

What kind of movie do you want to watch?

What are synonyms for Kind of?

Common alternatives include type of, sort of, category of, variety of, genre of.

What is the opposite of Kind of?

Opposite meanings include exactly, precisely.

What words go with Kind of?

It commonly pairs with kind of like, kind of person, kind of problem.

What are common mistakes when using Kind of?

Using 'kind of' with uncountable nouns incorrectly. 'Kind of' is sometimes confused with 'sort of'. Overusing 'kind of' in formal contexts.

How do you pronounce Kind of?

US: //kaɪnd ʌv//, UK: //kaɪnd əv//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Kind of?

Use in informal situations to indicate a category or type. Avoid in formal writing.