Cool MateMeaning of Maim
To inflict serious damage on a person's body, often resulting in disability.
In simple words: To seriously hurt someone's body.
Maim in a sentence
- The explosion could maim several people if it happens.
- He was maimed in the accident and requires rehabilitation.
- They feared the beast would maim anyone who got too close.
- The war has maimed countless civilians over the years.
- A reckless driving incident can maim innocent bystanders.
How to use Maim
Use 'maim' when referring to causing severe physical injury, often in a violent context. Avoid in casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
maim + object
Memory hint
Think of 'maim' as 'mayhem' – both involve violence.
Related words
Collocations with Maim
- maim someone
- maimed for life
- accidentally maim
Common mistakes with Maim
- Confused with 'main' - they sound similar but mean different things.
- Using 'maim' for minor injuries, which is inappropriate as it implies serious harm.
- Incorrectly using 'maimed' as an adjective instead of past participle.
Maim appears in
Maim in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
تشويه
إيذاء جسد شخص بشكل خطير.
- Bengaliবাংলা
অঙ্গহানি করা
কারো শরীরের মারাত্মক ক্ষতি করা।
- GermanDeutsch
Verstümmeln
Jemandes Körper ernsthaft verletzen.
- SpanishEspañol
Mutilar
Hacerle daño grave al cuerpo de alguien.
- Persianفارسی
معلول کردن
بدن کسی را به شدت زخمی کردن.
- FrenchFrançais
Maim
Blesser gravement le corps de quelqu'un.
- Hindiहिन्दी
अपंग करना
किसी के शरीर को बुरी तरह चोट पहुँचाना।
- ItalianItaliano
Mutilare
Ferire gravemente il corpo di qualcuno.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Mutilar
Machucar seriamente o corpo de alguém.
- RussianРусский
Калечить
Сильно покалечить кого-то.
- Urduاردو
معذور کرنا، زخمی کرنا
کسی شخص کے جسم کو بری طرح زخمی کرنا۔
- Chinese中文
残疾
严重伤害某人的身体。
More words like Maim
People also search for
- Maim meaning
- meaning of Maim
- Maim definition
- define Maim
- what does Maim mean
- Maim means
- how to use Maim
Frequently asked questions about Maim
What does Maim mean?
To seriously hurt someone's body.
What is the definition of Maim?
To inflict serious damage on a person's body, often resulting in disability.
How do you use Maim in a sentence?
The explosion could maim several people if it happens.
Can you give another example of Maim?
He was maimed in the accident and requires rehabilitation.
What are synonyms for Maim?
Common alternatives include disable, injure, harm, wound, mutilate.
What is the opposite of Maim?
Opposite meanings include heal, recover.
What words go with Maim?
It commonly pairs with maim someone, maimed for life, accidentally maim.
What are common mistakes when using Maim?
Confused with 'main' - they sound similar but mean different things. Using 'maim' for minor injuries, which is inappropriate as it implies serious harm. Incorrectly using 'maimed' as an adjective instead of past participle.
How do you pronounce Maim?
US: //meɪm//, UK: //meɪm//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Maim?
Use 'maim' when referring to causing severe physical injury, often in a violent context. Avoid in casual conversations.
What CEFR level is Maim?
"Maim" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.