Cool MateMeaning of Neck
In simple words: The part of your body between your head and shoulders.
Neck in a sentence
- He wore a necklace around his neck.
- She turned her neck to see who was calling her.
- He strained his neck while lifting the heavy box.
- The neck of the guitar is very long.
- She has a sore neck after sleeping in a bad position.
How to use Neck
Used in both conversational and written English. It's appropriate in medical, casual, and descriptive contexts. Avoid using in highly technical discussions about anatomy, where more specific terms may be preferred.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'necklace'—you wear it around your neck.
Related words
Collocations with Neck
Synonyms for Neck
- cervix
- throat
- nape
Common mistakes with Neck
- Confusing 'neck' with 'nape' which specifically refers to the back part of the neck.
- Using 'neck' to refer to body parts other than the one between the head and shoulders.
- Mispronouncing 'neck' as 'neek'.
Neck appears in
Neck in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
رقبة
الجزء من جسمك بين رأسك وكتفيك.
- Bengaliবাংলা
ঘাড়
আপনার শরীরের যে অংশটি মাথা এবং কাঁধের মধ্যে থাকে।
- GermanDeutsch
Hals
Der Teil deines Körpers zwischen Kopf und Schultern.
- SpanishEspañol
Cuello
La parte de tu cuerpo entre la cabeza y los hombros.
- Persianفارسی
گردن
قسمت بدن شما بین سر و شانهها.
- FrenchFrançais
Cou
La partie de ton corps entre ta tête et tes épaules.
- Hindiहिन्दी
गर्दन
आपके सिर और कंधों के बीच का शरीर का हिस्सा।
- ItalianItaliano
Collo
La parte del tuo corpo tra la testa e le spalle.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Pescoço
A parte do seu corpo entre a cabeça e os ombros.
- RussianРусский
Шея
Часть твоего тела между головой и плечами.
- Urduاردو
گردن
آپ کے جسم کا وہ حصہ جو آپ کے سر اور کندھوں کے درمیان ہوتا ہے۔
- Chinese中文
脖子
你身体中头和肩膀之间的部分。
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Frequently asked questions about Neck
What does Neck mean?
The part of your body between your head and shoulders.
What is the definition of Neck?
the part of the body between the head and the shoulders
How do you use Neck in a sentence?
He wore a necklace around his neck.
Can you give another example of Neck?
She turned her neck to see who was calling her.
What are synonyms for Neck?
Common alternatives include cervix, throat, nape.
What is the opposite of Neck?
Opposite meanings include foot, base.
What words go with Neck?
It commonly pairs with long, short, slender, crane, strain, break, muscle, brace, collar, around your neck, round your neck, in the neck, the back of the neck, the nape of the neck, a crick in your neck, high, low, open.
What are common mistakes when using Neck?
Confusing 'neck' with 'nape' which specifically refers to the back part of the neck. Using 'neck' to refer to body parts other than the one between the head and shoulders. Mispronouncing 'neck' as 'neek'.
How do you pronounce Neck?
US: /["/nek/"]/, UK: /["/nek/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Neck?
Used in both conversational and written English. It's appropriate in medical, casual, and descriptive contexts. Avoid using in highly technical discussions about anatomy, where more specific terms may be preferred.
What CEFR level is Neck?
"Neck" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.