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UK/["/ˌɒnˈlaɪn/"]/US/["/ˌɑːnˈlaɪn/"]/

Meaning of Online

In simple words: Related to the internet or connected to the internet.

Online in a sentence

  • I prefer to shop for clothes online rather than in stores.
  • Many students attend online classes to learn from home.
  • You can find a lot of information online easily.
  • Online gaming has become very popular among teenagers.
  • I enjoyed our online chat last night.

How to use Online

Use 'online' when talking about things that are available or active on the internet. It's appropriate in both formal and informal contexts. Avoid using it in contexts unrelated to the internet.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'online' as 'on the line' of the internet.

Related words

Collocations with Online

  • online connection
  • online shopping
  • online education
  • online presence
  • online community

Synonyms for Online

Opposites of Online

  • offline

Common mistakes with Online

  • 'Online' is not used to describe something that is not on the internet.
  • Confusing 'online' with 'offline' means misunderstanding their opposite meanings.
  • Using 'onlines' as a plural form is incorrect.

Compare Online with Digital, Web, Connected, Virtual

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Frequently asked questions about Online

What does Online mean?

Related to the internet or connected to the internet.

What is the definition of Online?

available on or done using the internet or other computer network

How do you use Online in a sentence?

I prefer to shop for clothes online rather than in stores.

Can you give another example of Online?

Many students attend online classes to learn from home.

What are synonyms for Online?

Common alternatives include digital, internet-based, web, connected, virtual.

What is the opposite of Online?

Opposite meanings include offline.

What words go with Online?

It commonly pairs with online connection, online shopping, online education, online presence, online community.

What are common mistakes when using Online?

'Online' is not used to describe something that is not on the internet. Confusing 'online' with 'offline' means misunderstanding their opposite meanings. Using 'onlines' as a plural form is incorrect.

How do you pronounce Online?

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

When should I use Online?

Use 'online' when talking about things that are available or active on the internet. It's appropriate in both formal and informal contexts. Avoid using it in contexts unrelated to the internet.

What CEFR level is Online?

"Online" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.