C1noun 2K

Ranking

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

Meaning of Ranking

the position of somebody/something on a scale that shows how good or important they are in relation to other similar people or things, especially in sport

In simple words: A list showing how things are ordered by quality or importance.

Ranking in a sentence

• He has improved his ranking this season from 67th to 30th.
• She has retained her No.1 world ranking.
• The product has consistently been given a high ranking by consumer groups.
• They deserve the top ranking.
• He is currently 16th in the world rankings.

How to use Ranking

Used in contexts like competitions, evaluations, and reviews. Generally appropriate in academic, professional, and everyday discussions. Avoid in overly casual or slang contexts.

Grammar pattern

ranking + object (e.g. ranking of teams)

Memory hint

Think of 'rank' like a soldier's position—higher ranks are better.

Related words

Collocations with Ranking

• job ranking
• university ranking
• global ranking
• customer ranking
• performance ranking

Synonyms for Ranking

• order
• list
• classification
• hierarchy
• position

Opposites of Ranking

• disorder
• chaos
• anarchy

Common mistakes with Ranking

• Confused with 'rank', using them interchangeably.
• Using 'ranking' as a verb instead of a noun.
• Forgetting to specify the subject when saying 'ranking'.

Frequently asked questions about Ranking

What does Ranking mean?

A list showing how things are ordered by quality or importance.

What is the definition of Ranking?

the position of somebody/something on a scale that shows how good or important they are in relation to other similar people or things, especially in sport

How do you use Ranking in a sentence?

He has improved his ranking this season from 67th to 30th.

Can you give another example of Ranking?

She has retained her No.1 world ranking.

What are synonyms for Ranking?

Common alternatives include order, list, classification, hierarchy, position.

What is the opposite of Ranking?

Opposite meanings include disorder, chaos, anarchy.

What words go with Ranking?

It commonly pairs with job ranking, university ranking, global ranking, customer ranking, performance ranking.

What are common mistakes when using Ranking?

Confused with 'rank', using them interchangeably. Using 'ranking' as a verb instead of a noun. Forgetting to specify the subject when saying 'ranking'.

How do you pronounce Ranking?

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

When should I use Ranking?

Used in contexts like competitions, evaluations, and reviews. Generally appropriate in academic, professional, and everyday discussions. Avoid in overly casual or slang contexts.

What CEFR level is Ranking?

"Ranking" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.