B1adjective 2K

Mental

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

Meaning of Mental

connected with or happening in the mind; involving the process of thinking

In simple words: Related to the mind or thinking.

Mental in a sentence

• She practices yoga to improve her mental health.
• He faced a mental challenge that required deep concentration.
• The movie explores the mental struggles of the main character.
• Mental exercises can help enhance cognitive abilities.
• She showed incredible mental strength during the competition.

How to use Mental

Use 'mental' when discussing something related to the mind, such as health, processes, or activities. Be cautious using it in informal contexts where it might imply someone is crazy.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'mind' as a 'mental' thing, like 'mental math'—calculating in your head.

Related words

Collocations with Mental

• mental health
• mental illness
• mental capacity
• mental process

Synonyms for Mental

• cognitive
• intellectual
• psychological
• brain-related

Opposites of Mental

• physical
• bodily

Common mistakes with Mental

• Confused with 'metal' in pronunciation.
• 'Mental health' often incorrectly written as 'mentel health'.
• Using 'mentally' when 'mental' is needed.

Frequently asked questions about Mental

What does Mental mean?

Related to the mind or thinking.

What is the definition of Mental?

connected with or happening in the mind; involving the process of thinking

How do you use Mental in a sentence?

She practices yoga to improve her mental health.

Can you give another example of Mental?

He faced a mental challenge that required deep concentration.

What are synonyms for Mental?

Common alternatives include cognitive, intellectual, psychological, brain-related.

What is the opposite of Mental?

Opposite meanings include physical, bodily.

What words go with Mental?

It commonly pairs with mental health, mental illness, mental capacity, mental process.

What are common mistakes when using Mental?

Confused with 'metal' in pronunciation. 'Mental health' often incorrectly written as 'mentel health'. Using 'mentally' when 'mental' is needed.

How do you pronounce Mental?

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

When should I use Mental?

Use 'mental' when discussing something related to the mind, such as health, processes, or activities. Be cautious using it in informal contexts where it might imply someone is crazy.

What CEFR level is Mental?

"Mental" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.