Cool MateMeaning of Pass
In simple words: To move past something or someone, or to allow something to happen.
Pass in a sentence
- I will pass the ball to you during the game.
- Please pass me the salt at the dinner table.
- He decided to pass on the opportunity to travel abroad.
- The student was thrilled to pass the exam with good grades.
- If you want to get through security, you need to pass your ID.
- They plan to pass by the new cafe on their way to work.
- She chose to pass the time by reading a book.
- You should pass this message along to your colleagues.
How to use Pass
Commonly used in both casual and formal contexts. Can refer to physical movement or to allowing someone to take a turn (e.g., in games). Not typically used in very formal writing when describing decisions.
Grammar pattern
pass + object
Memory hint
Think of a runner passing another runner in a race — they move past each other.
Related words
Collocations with Pass
Common mistakes with Pass
- Confusing 'pass' with 'past' in writing.
- Using 'pass' without an object when it requires one.
- Mixing up the different meanings of 'pass' in verbal contexts.
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Pass in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
يمر، ينجح
للتحرك بجانب شيء أو شخص، أو للسماح لشيء ما بالحدوث.
- Bengaliবাংলা
পাস করা, দেওয়া, পেরিয়ে যাওয়া
কোনো কিছু বা কারো কাছ দিয়ে চলে যাওয়া, অথবা কোনো কিছু ঘটতে দেওয়া।
- GermanDeutsch
Passen, Bestehen, Weitergeben
An etwas oder jemandem vorbeikommen oder etwas geschehen lassen.
- SpanishEspañol
Pasar
Moverse más allá de algo o alguien, o permitir que algo suceda.
- Persianفارسی
رد شدن، عبور کردن، دادن
از چیزی یا کسی رد شدن، یا اجازه دادن به اتفاق افتادن چیزی.
- FrenchFrançais
Passer, Réussir, Transmettre
Dépasser quelque chose ou quelqu'un, ou laisser quelque chose se produire. Donner quelque chose à quelqu'un.
- Hindiहिन्दी
पास होना, गुज़ारना, देना
किसी चीज़ या किसी के आगे से गुज़रना, या किसी चीज़ को होने देना।
- ItalianItaliano
Passare, Superare, Consegnare, Trasmettere
Andare oltre qualcosa o qualcuno, o permettere che qualcosa accada.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Passar, Aprovar
Mover-se para além de algo ou alguém, ou permitir que algo aconteça.
- RussianРусский
Pass, Проходить, Передавать, Пропускать, Сдать
Передать что-то или кого-то, или позволить чему-то случиться.
- Urduاردو
گزرنا، پاس کرنا، منتقل کرنا
کسی چیز یا کسی شخص سے آگے بڑھنا، یا کسی چیز کو ہونے دینا۔
- Chinese中文
通过, 传递
经过某物或某人，或允许某事发生。
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Frequently asked questions about Pass
What does Pass mean?
To move past something or someone, or to allow something to happen.
What is the definition of Pass?
to achieve the required standard in an exam, a test, etc.
How do you use Pass in a sentence?
I will pass the ball to you during the game.
Can you give another example of Pass?
Please pass me the salt at the dinner table.
What are synonyms for Pass?
Common alternatives include move past, let go, allow, permit, transfer.
What is the opposite of Pass?
Opposite meanings include stop, hold, block.
What words go with Pass?
It commonly pairs with quickly, rapidly, soon, help (to), quickly, rapidly, soon, help (to), unanimously, overwhelmingly, narrowly, by… to…, peacefully, come to, let something, between, pass unnoticed.
What are common mistakes when using Pass?
Confusing 'pass' with 'past' in writing. Using 'pass' without an object when it requires one. Mixing up the different meanings of 'pass' in verbal contexts.
How do you pronounce Pass?
US: /["/pæs/","/ˈpæsɪz/","/pæst/","/ˈpæsɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/pɑːs/","/ˈpɑːsɪz/","/pɑːst/","/ˈpɑːsɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Pass?
Commonly used in both casual and formal contexts. Can refer to physical movement or to allowing someone to take a turn (e.g., in games). Not typically used in very formal writing when describing decisions.
What CEFR level is Pass?
"Pass" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.