B2verb 1K

Mount

🇬🇧 UK //maʊnt// 🇺🇸 US //maʊnt//

Meaning of Mount

To climb or ascend; to place or fix something onto a surface.

In simple words: to go up or place something on something else

Mount in a sentence

• They decided to mount the picture on the wall.
• He will mount the horse for the trail ride.
• The engineers need to mount the new software before the launch.
• She practiced hard to mount the podium as a champion.
• We aim to mount a successful campaign next year.
• The film crew will mount the camera on the drone.

How to use Mount

Used in neutral contexts; avoid in very casual conversations. 'Mount' often refers to making something secure, like a picture frame.

Grammar pattern

mount + object

Memory hint

Think of a mountain rising up; you're mounting it!

Related words

Collocations with Mount

• mount a horse
• mount an exhibition
• mount a campaign

Synonyms for Mount

• climb
• ascend
• install
• attach
• set up

Opposites of Mount

• dismount
• descend
• lower

Common mistakes with Mount

• Confused with 'amount' when discussing quantities.
• Using 'mount' incorrectly as a noun; it is primarily a verb.
• Omitting the object after 'mount', e.g., saying 'I mount' without specifying what.

Frequently asked questions about Mount

What does Mount mean?

to go up or place something on something else

What is the definition of Mount?

To climb or ascend; to place or fix something onto a surface.

How do you use Mount in a sentence?

They decided to mount the picture on the wall.

Can you give another example of Mount?

He will mount the horse for the trail ride.

What are synonyms for Mount?

Common alternatives include climb, ascend, install, attach, set up.

What is the opposite of Mount?

Opposite meanings include dismount, descend, lower.

What words go with Mount?

It commonly pairs with mount a horse, mount an exhibition, mount a campaign.

What are common mistakes when using Mount?

Confused with 'amount' when discussing quantities. Using 'mount' incorrectly as a noun; it is primarily a verb. Omitting the object after 'mount', e.g., saying 'I mount' without specifying what.

How do you pronounce Mount?

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

When should I use Mount?

Used in neutral contexts; avoid in very casual conversations. 'Mount' often refers to making something secure, like a picture frame.

What CEFR level is Mount?

"Mount" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.