B2noun 5K

Leaflet

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈliːflət/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈliːflət/"]/

Meaning of Leaflet

a printed sheet of paper or a few printed pages that are given free to advertise or give information about something

In simple words: A small printed paper that gives information about something.

Leaflet in a sentence

• We picked up a few leaflets on local places of interest.
• Pick up a free leaflet from your local post office.
• Details are given in our promotional leaflet.
• I enclose a leaflet about some of the other services we offer.
• The Health Council issued hundreds of leaflets.
• a free leaflet explaining your tax return

How to use Leaflet

Used in marketing, advertising, or informational contexts. Not suitable for formal documents. Often handed out in public places to provide details about events, products, or services.

Grammar pattern

leaflet + object

Memory hint

Think of a 'leaf' of information spreading out like a tree's leaves.

Related words

Collocations with Leaflet

• free
• helpful
• explanatory
• copy
• issue
• produce
• publish
• advertise something
• explain something
• in a/​the leaflet

Synonyms for Leaflet

• booklet, pamphlet

Opposites of Leaflet

• book
• volume
• manual

Common mistakes with Leaflet

• Confusing 'leaflet' with 'brochure' — a brochure is often more detailed.
• Using 'leaflet' as a verb incorrectly — it only functions as a noun.
• Plural confusion — forgetting to add 's' when referring to multiple leaflets.

Frequently asked questions about Leaflet

What does Leaflet mean?

A small printed paper that gives information about something.

What is the definition of Leaflet?

a printed sheet of paper or a few printed pages that are given free to advertise or give information about something

How do you use Leaflet in a sentence?

We picked up a few leaflets on local places of interest.

Can you give another example of Leaflet?

Pick up a free leaflet from your local post office.

What are synonyms for Leaflet?

Common alternatives include booklet, pamphlet.

What is the opposite of Leaflet?

Opposite meanings include book, volume, manual.

What words go with Leaflet?

It commonly pairs with free, helpful, explanatory, copy, issue, produce, publish, advertise something, explain something, in a/​the leaflet.

What are common mistakes when using Leaflet?

Confusing 'leaflet' with 'brochure' — a brochure is often more detailed. Using 'leaflet' as a verb incorrectly — it only functions as a noun. Plural confusion — forgetting to add 's' when referring to multiple leaflets.

How do you pronounce Leaflet?

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

When should I use Leaflet?

Used in marketing, advertising, or informational contexts. Not suitable for formal documents. Often handed out in public places to provide details about events, products, or services.

What CEFR level is Leaflet?

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