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Meaning of Miles

In simple words: A unit of distance equal to 1.609 kilometers.

Miles in a sentence

  • The nearest town is ten **miles** away.
  • He ran five **miles** every morning.
  • We drove a hundred **miles** on our trip.

How to use Miles

Used in everyday contexts for distance. Typically not used in formal writing where metric units are preferred.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'miles' like 'smiles'—just as smiles cover distance in joy!

Related words

Collocations with Miles

  • miles per hour
  • count the miles
  • travel miles

Synonyms for Miles

Common mistakes with Miles

  • Confused with 'mile' when referring to more than one.
  • Incorrectly using 'miles' in abstract distance contexts.

Compare Miles with Distance, Length, Span

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Frequently asked questions about Miles

What does Miles mean?

A unit of distance equal to 1.609 kilometers.

What is the definition of Miles?

A measure of distance equal to 5,280 feet.

How do you use Miles in a sentence?

The nearest town is ten **miles** away.

Can you give another example of Miles?

He ran five **miles** every morning.

What are synonyms for Miles?

Common alternatives include distance, length, span.

What words go with Miles?

It commonly pairs with miles per hour, count the miles, travel miles.

What are common mistakes when using Miles?

Confused with 'mile' when referring to more than one. Incorrectly using 'miles' in abstract distance contexts.

How do you pronounce Miles?

US: //maɪlz//, UK: //maɪlz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Miles?

Used in everyday contexts for distance. Typically not used in formal writing where metric units are preferred.