Cool MateMeaning of Lap
the top part of your legs that forms a flat surface when you are sitting down
In simple words: The flat top part of your legs when you sit down.
Lap in a sentence
- She placed the book on her lap while sitting on the couch.
- The child sat quietly in his mother's lap during the storytime.
- He completed the final lap of the race in record time.
- The swimmers dove in to start their second lap around the pool.
- The cat curled up in my lap and purred softly.
- After three laps, the runners began to show signs of fatigue.
How to use Lap
Typically used in the context of sitting down and having something placed on your lap. Not appropriate in formal writing for other meanings, such as a lap in a race.
Grammar pattern
lap + object
Memory hint
Imagine a lap as a soft 'lap' where a pet can sit when you are on a chair.
Related words
Synonyms for Lap
- thigh
- knee area
- upper legs
Common mistakes with Lap
- Confused with 'lapse', which has a different meaning.
- Using 'lap' in a plural form incorrectly (it's singular and doesn't have a plural).
Lap appears in
Lap in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
حِجر, حضن
الجزء العلوي المسطح من ساقيك عندما تجلس.
- Bengaliবাংলা
কোলের উপর, ল্যাপ
বসার সময় আপনার পায়ের উপরের সমতল অংশ।
- GermanDeutsch
Schoß, Runde
Der flache obere Teil deiner Beine, wenn du sitzt.
- SpanishEspañol
Regazo, Vuelta
La parte superior plana de tus piernas cuando te sientas.
- Persianفارسی
Lap
قسمت صاف بالای پاها وقتی نشستهای.
- FrenchFrançais
Genou, Tour
La partie plate sur le dessus de vos jambes quand vous êtes assis.
- Hindiहिन्दी
गोद
बैठने पर बनने वाली टांगों का ऊपरी सपाट हिस्सा।
- ItalianItaliano
Grembo, giro
La parte piatta delle gambe quando sei seduto. Oppure, un giro in una gara.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Colo
A parte de cima das suas pernas que fica plana quando você senta.
- RussianРусский
Колени, Круг
Плоская верхняя часть ног, когда вы сидите.
- Urduاردو
گود، دامن
بیٹھنے پر آپ کی ٹانگوں کا اوپر والا ہموار حصہ۔
- Chinese中文
Lap, 圈数
坐着时，你腿部形成的那个平坦的上面部分。
More words like Lap
- 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.
- AbstractB2
based on general ideas and not on any particular real person, thing or situation
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Frequently asked questions about Lap
What does Lap mean?
The flat top part of your legs when you sit down.
What is the definition of Lap?
the top part of your legs that forms a flat surface when you are sitting down
How do you use Lap in a sentence?
She placed the book on her lap while sitting on the couch.
Can you give another example of Lap?
The child sat quietly in his mother's lap during the storytime.
What are synonyms for Lap?
Common alternatives include thigh, knee area, upper legs.
What is the opposite of Lap?
Opposite meanings include front, away.
What words go with Lap?
It commonly pairs with first, opening, final, complete, do, finish, record, pool, on the… lap, a lap of honour/honor.
What are common mistakes when using Lap?
Confused with 'lapse', which has a different meaning. Using 'lap' in a plural form incorrectly (it's singular and doesn't have a plural).
How do you pronounce Lap?
US: /["/læp/"]/, UK: /["/læp/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Lap?
Typically used in the context of sitting down and having something placed on your lap. Not appropriate in formal writing for other meanings, such as a lap in a race.
What CEFR level is Lap?
"Lap" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.