B1noun 1K

Net

🇬🇧 UK /["/net/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/net/"]/

Meaning of Net

material that is made of string, thread or wire twisted or tied together, with small spaces in between; a piece of this material used for a particular purpose

In simple words: A net is a material made of threads or cords that catch or hold things.

Net in a sentence

• The fisherman cast his net into the sea hoping for a good catch.
• The athlete's final time was under ten seconds, earning him a new personal net record.
• We need to put a net around the garden to keep the birds away.
• After reviewing all expenses, the company's net profit was higher than expected.
• The volleyball game was exciting, and the players frequently jumped over the net.
• To calculate the net weight, you need to subtract the weight of the packaging.
• She used a fishing net to catch the fish swimming near the shore.
• In accounting, net assets are calculated by subtracting liabilities from total assets.
• The singer's last album brought in a net gain of followers on social media.
• The children had fun playing in the backyard with a large net for games.

How to use Net

Used to refer to fishing nets, sports nets, and any mesh fabric that catches or traps. Avoid in formal writing unless describing specific types of nets.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'net' catching fish, like a safety net below a tightrope.

Related words

Collocations with Net

• fine
• fine-mesh
• safety
• mend
• cast
• spread
• in a/​the net
• into a/​the net
• over the net
• fine
• fine-mesh
• safety
• mend
• cast
• spread
• in a/​the net
• into a/​the net
• over the net
• fine
• fine-mesh
• safety
• mend
• cast
• spread
• in a/​the net
• into a/​the net
• over the net

Synonyms for Net

• mesh
• netting
• screen
• trap

Opposites of Net

• hole
• gap
• void

Common mistakes with Net

• Confuse with 'net income', which refers specifically to money.
• Use the plural form incorrectly when referring to a single object (e.g., 'nets' instead of 'net').

Frequently asked questions about Net

What does Net mean?

A net is a material made of threads or cords that catch or hold things.

What is the definition of Net?

material that is made of string, thread or wire twisted or tied together, with small spaces in between; a piece of this material used for a particular purpose

How do you use Net in a sentence?

The fisherman cast his net into the sea hoping for a good catch.

Can you give another example of Net?

The athlete's final time was under ten seconds, earning him a new personal net record.

What are synonyms for Net?

Common alternatives include mesh, netting, screen, trap.

What is the opposite of Net?

Opposite meanings include hole, gap, void.

What words go with Net?

It commonly pairs with fine, fine-mesh, safety, mend, cast, spread, in a/​the net, into a/​the net, over the net, fine, fine-mesh, safety, mend, cast, spread, in a/​the net, into a/​the net, over the net, fine, fine-mesh, safety, mend, cast, spread, in a/​the net, into a/​the net, over the net.

What are common mistakes when using Net?

Confuse with 'net income', which refers specifically to money. Use the plural form incorrectly when referring to a single object (e.g., 'nets' instead of 'net').

How do you pronounce Net?

US: /["/net/"]/, UK: /["/net/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Net?

Used to refer to fishing nets, sports nets, and any mesh fabric that catches or traps. Avoid in formal writing unless describing specific types of nets.

What CEFR level is Net?

"Net" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.