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UK/["/ˈɒksɪdʒən/"]/US/["/ˈɑːksɪdʒən/"]/

Meaning of Oxygen

In simple words: A gas that people and animals breathe to live.

Oxygen in a sentence

  • The patient didn't seem to be getting enough oxygen.
  • After dark the plants stop producing oxygen.
  • There was a risk the brain might be starved of oxygen.
  • the blood which carries oxygen to the brain

How to use Oxygen

Used in both formal and informal contexts, especially in discussions about health, science, and the environment. Generally appropriate in any context related to breathing or air quality.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'ox' (like an animal) needing 'gen' (like generating) air to breathe.

Related words

Collocations with Oxygen

Synonyms for Oxygen

Opposites of Oxygen

Common mistakes with Oxygen

  • Confused with 'oxigen' - a common misspelling.
  • Using ' oxygen' with unnecessary articles, e.g., 'the oxygen' when discussing its general properties.
  • Mixing up 'oxygen' with other gases like 'carbon dioxide'.

Compare Oxygen with Air, Gas

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Frequently asked questions about Oxygen

What does Oxygen mean?

A gas that people and animals breathe to live.

What is the definition of Oxygen?

a chemical element. Oxygen is a gas that is present in air and water and is necessary for people, animals and plants to live.

How do you use Oxygen in a sentence?

The patient didn't seem to be getting enough oxygen.

Can you give another example of Oxygen?

After dark the plants stop producing oxygen.

What are synonyms for Oxygen?

Common alternatives include air, gas, O2.

What is the opposite of Oxygen?

Opposite meanings include carbon dioxide, nitrogen.

What words go with Oxygen?

It commonly pairs with pure, liquid, atmospheric, carry, contain, absorb, atom, molecule, level, a lack of oxygen, a supply of oxygen.

What are common mistakes when using Oxygen?

Confused with 'oxigen' - a common misspelling. Using ' oxygen' with unnecessary articles, e.g., 'the oxygen' when discussing its general properties. Mixing up 'oxygen' with other gases like 'carbon dioxide'.

How do you pronounce Oxygen?

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

When should I use Oxygen?

Used in both formal and informal contexts, especially in discussions about health, science, and the environment. Generally appropriate in any context related to breathing or air quality.

What CEFR level is Oxygen?

"Oxygen" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.