Cool MateMeaning of Robbery
In simple words: Stealing from someone, usually with force.
Robbery in a sentence
- **armed robbery** *(= using a gun, knife, etc.)*
- There has been a spate of robberies in the area recently.
- He was shot as he tried to foil a **bank robbery**.
- He already had a conviction for armed robbery.
How to use Robbery
Used in legal contexts and general discussions about crime. It's inappropriate in casual conversations or lighthearted contexts.
Grammar pattern
robbery + of + object
Memory hint
Imagine a robber in a ski mask taking money by force—think 'rob-a-ry'.
Related words
Collocations with Robbery
Opposites of Robbery
- generosity
- donation
Common mistakes with Robbery
- Confused with 'burglary', which is entering a place to steal when no one is present.
- Used as a verb; correct form is 'to commit robbery'.
- Omitting details about the violent aspect of robbery.
Robbery appears in
Robbery in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
سرقة بالإكراه
سرقة من شخص، عادة بالقوة.
- Bengaliবাংলা
ডাকাতি
কারো কাছ থেকে চুরি করা, সাধারণত বলপ্রয়োগ করে।
- GermanDeutsch
Raub
Jemanden bestehlen, meist mit Gewalt.
- SpanishEspañol
Robo
Robar a alguien, normalmente con fuerza.
- Persianفارسی
سرقت
دزدی از کسی، معمولاً با زور.
- FrenchFrançais
Vol
Voler quelqu'un, généralement avec force.
- Hindiहिन्दी
डाका
किसी से बलपूर्वक चोरी करना।
- ItalianItaliano
Rapina
Rubare qualcosa a qualcuno, di solito con la forza.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Roubo
Roubar alguém, geralmente com força.
- RussianРусский
Ограбление
Кража у кого-то, обычно с применением силы.
- Urduاردو
ڈاکہ زنی
کسی سے لوٹ مار، عام طور پر زبردستی۔
- Chinese中文
抢劫
抢别人的东西，通常会动用武力。
More words like Robbery
- TheftB2
the crime of stealing something from a person or place
- Burglary
- Hold up
- 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 Robbery
What does Robbery mean?
Stealing from someone, usually with force.
What is the definition of Robbery?
the crime of stealing money or goods from a bank, shop, person, etc., especially using violence or threats
How do you use Robbery in a sentence?
**armed robbery** *(= using a gun, knife, etc.)*
Can you give another example of Robbery?
There has been a spate of robberies in the area recently.
What are synonyms for Robbery?
Common alternatives include theft, burglary, stealing, heist, hold-up.
What is the opposite of Robbery?
Opposite meanings include generosity, donation.
What words go with Robbery?
It commonly pairs with attempted, botched, bungled, commit, take part in, foil, attempt, charge, suspect, robbery with violence.
What are common mistakes when using Robbery?
Confused with 'burglary', which is entering a place to steal when no one is present. Used as a verb; correct form is 'to commit robbery'. Omitting details about the violent aspect of robbery.
How do you pronounce Robbery?
US: /["/ˈrɑːbəri/"]/, UK: /["/ˈrɒbəri/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Robbery?
Used in legal contexts and general discussions about crime. It's inappropriate in casual conversations or lighthearted contexts.
What CEFR level is Robbery?
"Robbery" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.