B1 1K

Remain

🇬🇧 UK /["/rɪˈmeɪn/","/rɪˈmeɪnz/","/rɪˈmeɪnd/","/rɪˈmeɪnɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/rɪˈmeɪn/","/rɪˈmeɪnz/","/rɪˈmeɪnd/","/rɪˈmeɪnɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Remain

to continue to be something; to be still in the same state or condition

In simple words: To stay in the same place or condition.

Remain in a sentence

• Please remain silent during the presentation.
• You should remain calm in stressful situations.
• Only a few members of the team will remain after the reshuffle.
• Despite the challenges, he chose to remain optimistic about the future.
• The house remained untouched after the storm.

How to use Remain

Use 'remain' in both written and spoken English. It's suitable for formal contexts, like reports or discussions, but also works in everyday conversation. Avoid using it in casual slang as it sounds too formal.

Grammar pattern

remain + adjective/noun

Memory hint

Think of 'remain' as 're-main' - you stay the same.

Related words

Collocations with Remain

• remain calm
• remain silent
• remain in place
• remain unchanged
• remain focused

Synonyms for Remain

• stay
• continue
• last
• persist
• endure

Opposites of Remain

• leave
• depart
• exit

Common mistakes with Remain

• Confused with 'stay' - 'remain' feels slightly more formal.
• Used incorrectly in passive constructions.
• Misplaced in sentences where a continuous tense is needed.

Frequently asked questions about Remain

What does Remain mean?

To stay in the same place or condition.

What is the definition of Remain?

to continue to be something; to be still in the same state or condition

How do you use Remain in a sentence?

Please remain silent during the presentation.

Can you give another example of Remain?

You should remain calm in stressful situations.

What are synonyms for Remain?

Common alternatives include stay, continue, last, persist, endure.

What is the opposite of Remain?

Opposite meanings include leave, depart, exit.

What words go with Remain?

It commonly pairs with remain calm, remain silent, remain in place, remain unchanged, remain focused.

What are common mistakes when using Remain?

Confused with 'stay' - 'remain' feels slightly more formal. Used incorrectly in passive constructions. Misplaced in sentences where a continuous tense is needed.

How do you pronounce Remain?

US: /["/rɪˈmeɪn/","/rɪˈmeɪnz/","/rɪˈmeɪnd/","/rɪˈmeɪnɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/rɪˈmeɪn/","/rɪˈmeɪnz/","/rɪˈmeɪnd/","/rɪˈmeɪnɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Remain?

Use 'remain' in both written and spoken English. It's suitable for formal contexts, like reports or discussions, but also works in everyday conversation. Avoid using it in casual slang as it sounds too formal.

What CEFR level is Remain?

"Remain" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.