Cool MateMeaning of Lip
In simple words: The soft part around the mouth.
Lip in a sentence
- She applied lipstick to her lips before the event.
- He accidentally bit his lip while eating a sandwich.
- The lip of the cup was chipped, making it uncomfortable to drink from.
- She smiled, revealing her perfectly shaped lips.
- The lip of the mountain drops steeply into the valley below.
How to use Lip
Used in everyday conversations. Can refer to the physical part of the mouth or as slang in phrases like 'give lip' meaning to talk back. Avoid in very formal writing.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'lip' as 'lips' in singular, where you can imagine a smiling face.
Related words
Collocations with Lip
Synonyms for Lip
- rim
Common mistakes with Lip
- Confused with 'lips' when referring to both sides of the mouth.
- Using 'lip' inappropriately when describing multiple items.
- Mispronouncing as 'lip' instead of the correct 'lip' sound.
Lip appears in
Lip in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
شفاه
الجزء الناعم حول الفم.
- Bengaliবাংলা
ঠোঁট
মুখের চারপাশের নরম অংশ।
- GermanDeutsch
Lippe
Der weiche Teil um den Mund.
- SpanishEspañol
Labio
La parte suave alrededor de la boca.
- Persianفارسی
لب
قسمت نرم اطراف دهان.
- FrenchFrançais
Lèvre
La partie douce autour de la bouche.
- Hindiहिन्दी
होंठ
मुँह के चारों ओर का नरम हिस्सा।
- ItalianItaliano
Labbro
La parte morbida intorno alla bocca.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Lábio
A parte macia em volta da boca.
- RussianРусский
Губа
Мягкая часть вокруг рта.
- Urduاردو
ہونٹ
منہ کے ارد گرد کا نرم حصہ۔
- Chinese中文
嘴唇
嘴周围的柔软部分。
More words like Lip
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- AbilityA2
the fact that somebody/something is able to do something
- AbleA2
having the skill, intelligence, opportunity, etc. needed to do something
- AbroadA2
In or to a country that is not one's own.
- AbsoluteB2
total and complete
- AbsolutelyB1
used to emphasize that something is completely true
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Frequently asked questions about Lip
What does Lip mean?
The soft part around the mouth.
What is the definition of Lip?
either of the two soft edges at the opening to the mouth
How do you use Lip in a sentence?
She applied lipstick to her lips before the event.
Can you give another example of Lip?
He accidentally bit his lip while eating a sandwich.
What are synonyms for Lip?
Common alternatives include rim.
What is the opposite of Lip?
Opposite meanings include cheek, teeth.
What words go with Lip?
It commonly pairs with top, upper, bottom, bite, chew, press together, move, part, meet, around your lip, round your lip, between your lip.
What are common mistakes when using Lip?
Confused with 'lips' when referring to both sides of the mouth. Using 'lip' inappropriately when describing multiple items. Mispronouncing as 'lip' instead of the correct 'lip' sound.
How do you pronounce Lip?
US: /["/lɪp/"]/, UK: /["/lɪp/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Lip?
Used in everyday conversations. Can refer to the physical part of the mouth or as slang in phrases like 'give lip' meaning to talk back. Avoid in very formal writing.
What CEFR level is Lip?
"Lip" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.