A2noun 2K

Prize

🇬🇧 UK /["/praɪz/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/praɪz/"]/

Meaning of Prize

an award that is given to a person who wins a competition, race, etc. or who does very good work

In simple words: An award or something given for winning.

Prize in a sentence

• She won a prize for her excellent performance in the competition.
• The prize for the best painting was awarded last night at the gallery.
• He hopes to receive a prize in the next science fair.
• The prizes will be given out at the end of the ceremony.
• She was thrilled to be selected for the grand prize in the lottery!

How to use Prize

Use 'prize' in contexts related to competitions or achievements. It's appropriate in both casual and formal settings, such as schools, contests, or ceremonies. Avoid using it in non-competitive contexts where no reward is given.

Grammar pattern

win + prize

Memory hint

Think of a 'prize' like a 'surprise' that you receive for something special.

Related words

Collocations with Prize

• big
• great
• prestigious
• award (somebody)
• give (somebody)
• offer
• go to somebody/​something
• be worth something
• total something
• winner
• money
• competition
• prize for
• prize in
• big
• great
• prestigious
• award (somebody)
• give (somebody)
• offer
• go to somebody/​something
• be worth something
• total something
• winner
• money
• competition
• prize for
• prize in

Synonyms for Prize

• award
• trophy
• reward
• gift
• bounty

Opposites of Prize

• forfeit
• penalty

Common mistakes with Prize

• Confusing 'prize' with 'price' (the cost of something).
• Using 'prizes' as a verb instead of a noun.
• Forgetting to specify what kind of prize (e.g., cash, trophy).

Frequently asked questions about Prize

What does Prize mean?

An award or something given for winning.

What is the definition of Prize?

an award that is given to a person who wins a competition, race, etc. or who does very good work

How do you use Prize in a sentence?

She won a prize for her excellent performance in the competition.

Can you give another example of Prize?

The prize for the best painting was awarded last night at the gallery.

What are synonyms for Prize?

Common alternatives include award, trophy, reward, gift, bounty.

What is the opposite of Prize?

Opposite meanings include forfeit, penalty.

What words go with Prize?

It commonly pairs with big, great, prestigious, award (somebody), give (somebody), offer, go to somebody/​something, be worth something, total something, winner, money, competition, prize for, prize in, big, great, prestigious, award (somebody), give (somebody), offer, go to somebody/​something, be worth something, total something, winner, money, competition, prize for, prize in.

What are common mistakes when using Prize?

Confusing 'prize' with 'price' (the cost of something). Using 'prizes' as a verb instead of a noun. Forgetting to specify what kind of prize (e.g., cash, trophy).

How do you pronounce Prize?

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

When should I use Prize?

Use 'prize' in contexts related to competitions or achievements. It's appropriate in both casual and formal settings, such as schools, contests, or ceremonies. Avoid using it in non-competitive contexts where no reward is given.

What CEFR level is Prize?

"Prize" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.