A2verb 1K

Replace

🇬🇧 UK /["/rɪˈpleɪs/","/rɪˈpleɪsɪz/","/rɪˈpleɪst/","/rɪˈpleɪsɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/rɪˈpleɪs/","/rɪˈpleɪsɪz/","/rɪˈpleɪst/","/rɪˈpleɪsɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Replace

to be used instead of somebody/something else; to do something instead of somebody/something else

In simple words: to take something out and put something new in its place

Replace in a sentence

• Please replace the broken light bulb with a new one.
• I need to replace my old phone because it's too slow.
• The teacher will replace the old textbooks with new editions.
• You can replace the batteries in the remote control easily.
• His anger could never replace his love for his family.
• They will replace last year's winners with new contenders this time.
• After the accident, they had to replace the damaged fence.
• You can’t replace memories that are precious to you.

How to use Replace

Use 'replace' when discussing changing one thing for another. It's appropriate for both formal and informal contexts, but avoid using it in situations where repair might be more appropriate.

Grammar pattern

replace + object

Memory hint

Think of a 'replacement' part in a car – it goes in place of the old one!

Related words

Collocations with Replace

• completely
• entirely
• fully
• can
• can afford to
• be built to
• as
• by
• with
• completely
• entirely
• fully
• can
• can afford to
• be built to
• as
• by
• with
• completely
• entirely
• fully
• can
• can afford to
• be built to
• as
• by
• with
• carefully
• gently
• in
• on

Synonyms for Replace

• take over (from something)

Opposites of Replace

• keep
• retain
• maintain

Common mistakes with Replace

• Confusing with 'substitute', which often implies a temporary replacement.
• 'Replacing' can be misused as a noun (e.g., 'the replace').
• Using 'replace' when the action is about fixing rather than changing.

Frequently asked questions about Replace

What does Replace mean?

to take something out and put something new in its place

What is the definition of Replace?

to be used instead of somebody/something else; to do something instead of somebody/something else

How do you use Replace in a sentence?

Please replace the broken light bulb with a new one.

Can you give another example of Replace?

I need to replace my old phone because it's too slow.

What are synonyms for Replace?

Common alternatives include take over (from something).

What is the opposite of Replace?

Opposite meanings include keep, retain, maintain.

What words go with Replace?

It commonly pairs with completely, entirely, fully, can, can afford to, be built to, as, by, with, completely, entirely, fully, can, can afford to, be built to, as, by, with, completely, entirely, fully, can, can afford to, be built to, as, by, with, carefully, gently, in, on.

What are common mistakes when using Replace?

Confusing with 'substitute', which often implies a temporary replacement. 'Replacing' can be misused as a noun (e.g., 'the replace'). Using 'replace' when the action is about fixing rather than changing.

How do you pronounce Replace?

US: /["/rɪˈpleɪs/","/rɪˈpleɪsɪz/","/rɪˈpleɪst/","/rɪˈpleɪsɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/rɪˈpleɪs/","/rɪˈpleɪsɪz/","/rɪˈpleɪst/","/rɪˈpleɪsɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Replace?

Use 'replace' when discussing changing one thing for another. It's appropriate for both formal and informal contexts, but avoid using it in situations where repair might be more appropriate.

What CEFR level is Replace?

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