Cool MateMeaning of Over
resting on the surface of somebody/something and partly or completely covering them/it
In simple words: above or higher than something.
Over in a sentence
- The cat jumped over the fence.
- I poured tea over the cake.
- Can you look over my homework?
- She is over the moon about her new job.
- The meeting is over at five o'clock.
How to use Over
Used to indicate position, movement, or excess. Can denote physical position (e.g., the bird flew over the house) or metaphorical situations (e.g., over the limit). Avoid in very formal writing.
Grammar pattern
over + object
Memory hint
Think of 'over' as 'hovering above', like a bird.
Related words
Collocations with Over
- over the moon
- over time
- over and over
Common mistakes with Over
- Confused with 'above' in some contexts.
- Using 'over' when 'more than' is meant, e.g., 'over 10 dollars' instead of 'more than 10 dollars'.
- Mixing up 'over' with 'across' when indicating movement.
Over appears in
More words like Over
- AcrossA1
from one side to the other side of something
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To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- AbilityA2
the fact that somebody/something is able to do something
- AbleA2
having the skill, intelligence, opportunity, etc. needed to do something
- AbroadA2
In or to a country that is not one's own.
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Frequently asked questions about Over
What does Over mean?
above or higher than something.
What is the definition of Over?
resting on the surface of somebody/something and partly or completely covering them/it
How do you use Over in a sentence?
The cat jumped over the fence.
Can you give another example of Over?
I poured tea over the cake.
What are synonyms for Over?
Common alternatives include above, across, upon.
What is the opposite of Over?
Opposite meanings include under, beneath, below.
What words go with Over?
It commonly pairs with over the moon, over time, over and over.
What are common mistakes when using Over?
Confused with 'above' in some contexts. Using 'over' when 'more than' is meant, e.g., 'over 10 dollars' instead of 'more than 10 dollars'. Mixing up 'over' with 'across' when indicating movement.
How do you pronounce Over?
US: /["/ˈəʊvər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈəʊvə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Over?
Used to indicate position, movement, or excess. Can denote physical position (e.g., the bird flew over the house) or metaphorical situations (e.g., over the limit). Avoid in very formal writing.
What CEFR level is Over?
"Over" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.