Cool MateMeaning of Rifle
In simple words: A long gun that shoots bullets.
Rifle in a sentence
- a hunting rifle
- an assault rifle
How to use Rifle
Used when referring to a specific type of firearm. Avoid in conversations about hunting unless specified, as it can imply violence.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Imagine a rifle being aimed at a target – think 'Rifle' and 'Aim'.
Related words
Opposites of Rifle
- safe
- unarmed
Common mistakes with Rifle
- Confused with 'pistol', which is a shorter handgun.
- Incorrectly used in plural form as 'rifles' when referring to a single item.
- Used in non-violent contexts where 'gun' might be more appropriate.
Rifle appears in
Rifle in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
بندقية
مسدس طويل يطلق الرصاص.
- Bengaliবাংলা
রাইফেল
একটা লম্বা বন্দুক যা দিয়ে গুলি ছোড়া যায়।
- GermanDeutsch
Gewehr
Eine lange Waffe, die Kugeln verschießt.
- SpanishEspañol
Rifle
Un arma larga que dispara balas.
- Persianفارسی
تفنگ شکاری
یه تفنگ درازه که گلوله شلیک میکنه.
- FrenchFrançais
Fusil
Une longue arme qui tire des balles.
- Hindiहिन्दी
राइफल
एक लंबी बंदूक जो गोलियां चलाती है।
- ItalianItaliano
Fucile
Un fucile lungo che spara proiettili.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Rifle
Uma arma longa que atira balas.
- RussianРусский
Винтовка
Длинное ружье, стреляющее пулями.
- Urduاردو
رائفل
ایک لمبی بندوق جو گولیاں چلاتی ہے۔
- Chinese中文
步枪
一种能发射子弹的长枪。
More words like Rifle
- FirearmC1
a gun that can be carried
- GunA2
a weapon that is used for firing bullets or shells
- WeaponB1
an object such as a knife, gun, bomb, etc. that is used for fighting or attacking somebody
- AbolishC1
To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- AbortionC1
the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
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Frequently asked questions about Rifle
What does Rifle mean?
A long gun that shoots bullets.
What is the definition of Rifle?
a gun with a long barrel which you hold to your shoulder to fire
How do you use Rifle in a sentence?
a hunting rifle
Can you give another example of Rifle?
an assault rifle
What are synonyms for Rifle?
Common alternatives include firearm, gun, weapon, shooting tool.
What is the opposite of Rifle?
Opposite meanings include safe, unarmed.
What words go with Rifle?
It commonly pairs with automatic, bolt-action, semi-automatic, grab, load, reload, barrel, butt, bullet.
What are common mistakes when using Rifle?
Confused with 'pistol', which is a shorter handgun. Incorrectly used in plural form as 'rifles' when referring to a single item. Used in non-violent contexts where 'gun' might be more appropriate.
How do you pronounce Rifle?
US: /["/ˈraɪfl/"]/, UK: /["/ˈraɪfl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Rifle?
Used when referring to a specific type of firearm. Avoid in conversations about hunting unless specified, as it can imply violence.
What CEFR level is Rifle?
"Rifle" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.