Cool MateMeaning of Narrow
measuring a short distance from one side to the other, especially in relation to length
In simple words: not wide; thin
Narrow in a sentence
- The alley was too narrow for a car to pass through.
- She felt a narrow sense of focus while studying for her exams.
- The narrow path led us to the beautiful garden.
- He has a narrow view of the situation, not considering other opinions.
- The dress was a narrow fit, hugging her figure closely.
How to use Narrow
Use 'narrow' to describe physical dimensions (like roads or paths) or metaphorical contexts (like narrow ideas). Don't use it for things that are wide or spacious.
Grammar pattern
narrow + object
Memory hint
Think of a 'narrow' alley — it’s thin and tight!
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Common mistakes with Narrow
- 'Narrowly' confused with 'narrow'
- 'Narrow' used incorrectly as a verb
- 'Narrow' used to describe emotional states instead of physical spaces
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Frequently asked questions about Narrow
What does Narrow mean?
not wide; thin
What is the definition of Narrow?
measuring a short distance from one side to the other, especially in relation to length
How do you use Narrow in a sentence?
The alley was too narrow for a car to pass through.
Can you give another example of Narrow?
She felt a narrow sense of focus while studying for her exams.
What are synonyms for Narrow?
Common alternatives include restricted.
What is the opposite of Narrow?
Opposite meanings include wide, broad, expansive.
What words go with Narrow?
It commonly pairs with be, look, seem, extremely, fairly, very, be, seem, become, extremely, fairly, very, in, be, seem, become, extremely, fairly, very, in.
What are common mistakes when using Narrow?
'Narrowly' confused with 'narrow' 'Narrow' used incorrectly as a verb 'Narrow' used to describe emotional states instead of physical spaces
How do you pronounce Narrow?
US: /["/ˈnærəʊ/"]/, UK: /["/ˈnærəʊ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Narrow?
Use 'narrow' to describe physical dimensions (like roads or paths) or metaphorical contexts (like narrow ideas). Don't use it for things that are wide or spacious.
What CEFR level is Narrow?
"Narrow" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.