Meaning of Midst
In simple words: in the middle of something
Midst in a sentence
- Such beauty was unexpected in the midst of the city.
- The house is set in the midst of large gardens.
- She appeared from the midst of the crowd.
- There is a traitor in our midst.
- a country in the midst of a recession
- She discovered it in the midst of sorting out her father's things.
- She alone remained calm in the midst of all the confusion.
How to use Midst
Use 'midst' in formal or literary contexts. It may sound old-fashioned. Avoid in casual conversation or when simplicity is preferred.
Grammar pattern
in + midst
Memory hint
Think of 'midst' as 'middle' — they both sound similar!
Related words
Collocations with Midst
- in the midst of chaos
- in the midst of a storm
- in the midst of a discussion
Synonyms for Midst
Opposites of Midst
- outside
- periphery
- surrounding
Common mistakes with Midst
- Confusing with 'amid' or 'among'
- Using 'midst' incorrectly in casual settings
- Incorrectly placing 'midst' in sentences
Midst appears in
Midst in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
وسط، خضم
في وسط شيء ما
- Bengaliবাংলা
মাঝখানে
কোনো কিছুর মাঝখানে
- GermanDeutsch
Mitte
In der Mitte von etwas
- SpanishEspañol
Medio
en medio de algo
- Persianفارسی
میان، وسط
وسطِ چیزی بودن
- FrenchFrançais
Milieu
Au milieu de quelque chose
- Hindiहिन्दी
बीच में
किसी चीज़ के बीच में
- ItalianItaliano
mezzo
nel mezzo di qualcosa
- PortuguesePortuguês
Meio
no meio de alguma coisa
- RussianРусский
середина, среди
в середине чего-либо
- Urduاردو
درمیان, بیچ میں
کسی چیز کے بیچ میں
- Chinese中文
中间, 之中
在某事物的中间
More words like Midst
- Middle
- AbolishC1
To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- AbortionC1
the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
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Frequently asked questions about Midst
What does Midst mean?
in the middle of something
What is the definition of Midst?
the middle part of something
How do you use Midst in a sentence?
Such beauty was unexpected in the midst of the city.
Can you give another example of Midst?
The house is set in the midst of large gardens.
What are synonyms for Midst?
Common alternatives include middle.
What is the opposite of Midst?
Opposite meanings include outside, periphery, surrounding.
What words go with Midst?
It commonly pairs with in the midst of chaos, in the midst of a storm, in the midst of a discussion.
What are common mistakes when using Midst?
Confusing with 'amid' or 'among' Using 'midst' incorrectly in casual settings Incorrectly placing 'midst' in sentences
How do you pronounce Midst?
US: /["/mɪdst/"]/, UK: /["/mɪdst/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Midst?
Use 'midst' in formal or literary contexts. It may sound old-fashioned. Avoid in casual conversation or when simplicity is preferred.
What CEFR level is Midst?
"Midst" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.


