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UK/["/ˈmɪrə(r)/"]/US/["/ˈmɪrər/"]/

Meaning of Mirror

In simple words: A glass surface that reflects images.

Mirror in a sentence

  • I looked into the mirror and fixed my hair.
  • The mirror in the bathroom is foggy after the shower.
  • In art class, we were taught how to mirror emotions through our paintings.
  • Some people believe that a broken mirror brings bad luck.
  • He tried to mirror the dance moves of his instructor.

How to use Mirror

Use 'mirror' when talking about making a reflection or when someone looks at their appearance. In formal writing, it's often used metaphorically, but in everyday conversation it's very common.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'mirror' as seeing your 'me' again.

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Collocations with Mirror

Synonyms for Mirror

  • reflector
  • looking glass
  • glass

Opposites of Mirror

Common mistakes with Mirror

  • Confused with 'miror' — correct spelling is 'mirror'.
  • Used as a verb incorrectly; 'to mirror' means to reflect but it’s not common in everyday conversation.
  • Incorrectly translating to 'speculum' in contexts where 'mirror' is the correct term.

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Frequently asked questions about Mirror

What does Mirror mean?

A glass surface that reflects images.

What is the definition of Mirror?

a piece of special flat glass that reflects images, so that you can see yourself when you look in it

How do you use Mirror in a sentence?

I looked into the mirror and fixed my hair.

Can you give another example of Mirror?

The mirror in the bathroom is foggy after the shower.

What are synonyms for Mirror?

Common alternatives include reflector, looking glass, glass.

What is the opposite of Mirror?

Opposite meanings include window.

What words go with Mirror?

It commonly pairs with bathroom, bedroom, compact, use, glance in, look in, reflect something, reveal something, show something, image, reflection, in a/​the mirror.

What are common mistakes when using Mirror?

Confused with 'miror' — correct spelling is 'mirror'. Used as a verb incorrectly; 'to mirror' means to reflect but it’s not common in everyday conversation. Incorrectly translating to 'speculum' in contexts where 'mirror' is the correct term.

How do you pronounce Mirror?

US: /["/ˈmɪrər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈmɪrə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Mirror?

Use 'mirror' when talking about making a reflection or when someone looks at their appearance. In formal writing, it's often used metaphorically, but in everyday conversation it's very common.

What CEFR level is Mirror?

"Mirror" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.