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UK/["/lɪst/"]/US/["/lɪst/"]/

Meaning of List

a series of names, items, figures, etc., especially when they are written or printed

In simple words: A series of items written or printed in a particular order.

List in a sentence

  • I made a list of the groceries I needed to buy.
  • Please add your name to the list of participants.
  • I need to list all the countries I want to visit.
  • She keeps a list of her favorite books.
  • Can you list three things you love about summer?

How to use List

Use 'list' when referring to a group of items, like groceries or tasks. Avoid in very casual spoken contexts unless it’s clear what you refer to.

Grammar pattern

list + object

Memory hint

Think of a shopping list; you write down what you need.

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Collocations with List

Opposites of List

Common mistakes with List

  • Confusing 'list' with 'listen'.
  • Using 'list' as a verb incorrectly without an object.
  • Not treating 'list' as a noun when needed.

Compare List with Catalog, Inventory, Record, Register, Roll

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Frequently asked questions about List

What does List mean?

A series of items written or printed in a particular order.

What is the definition of List?

a series of names, items, figures, etc., especially when they are written or printed

How do you use List in a sentence?

I made a list of the groceries I needed to buy.

Can you give another example of List?

Please add your name to the list of participants.

What are synonyms for List?

Common alternatives include catalog, inventory, record, register, roll.

What is the opposite of List?

Opposite meanings include disorder, chaos, haphazardness.

What words go with List?

It commonly pairs with long, short, complete, assemble, compile, create, comprise something, consist of something, contain something, in a/​the list, on a/​the list, list for, the bottom of a list, the top of a list, high on a list.

What are common mistakes when using List?

Confusing 'list' with 'listen'. Using 'list' as a verb incorrectly without an object. Not treating 'list' as a noun when needed.

How do you pronounce List?

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

When should I use List?

Use 'list' when referring to a group of items, like groceries or tasks. Avoid in very casual spoken contexts unless it’s clear what you refer to.

What CEFR level is List?

"List" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.