Cool MateMeaning of Skull
the bone structure that forms the head and surrounds and protects the brain
In simple words: The hard bone structure that forms the head and protects the brain.
Skull in a sentence
- a fractured skull
- the angel of death with his grinning skull
- Her skull was crammed with too many thoughts.
- When will he **get it into his thick skull** that I never want to see him again!
- The soldiers' hair was cropped close to the skull.
How to use Skull
Used in medical and biological contexts; can also refer to a decorative or symbolic item in informal contexts. Avoid using in overly formal writing.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of a 'skull' as a 'school of bones' that protects the brain.
Related words
Collocations with Skull
Synonyms for Skull
- cranium
- head
- skeleton
- boneyard
- noggin
Common mistakes with Skull
- Confusing with 'head' which is less specific.
- Using 'skulls' incorrectly in singular/plural contexts.
- Mispronouncing it, saying 'skool' instead of 'skuhl'.
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Skull in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
جمجمة
الهيكل العظمي الصلب الذي يشكل الرأس ويحمي الدماغ.
- Bengaliবাংলা
খুলি
মাথার শক্ত হাড়ের কাঠামো যা মস্তিষ্ককে রক্ষা করে।
- GermanDeutsch
Schädel
Die harte Knochenstruktur, die den Kopf bildet und das Gehirn schützt.
- SpanishEspañol
Cráneo
La estructura ósea dura que forma la cabeza y protege el cerebro.
- Persianفارسی
جمجمه
ساختار استخوانی سختی که سر را تشکیل میدهد و از مغز محافظت میکند.
- FrenchFrançais
Crâne
La structure osseuse dure qui forme la tête et protège le cerveau.
- Hindiहिन्दी
खोपड़ी
सिर बनाने वाली और दिमाग की रक्षा करने वाली कठोर हड्डी की संरचना।
- ItalianItaliano
Teschio
La dura struttura ossea che forma la testa e protegge il cervello.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Crânio
A estrutura óssea dura que forma a cabeça e protege o cérebro.
- RussianРусский
Череп
Твердая костная структура, которая формирует голову и защищает мозг.
- Urduاردو
کھوپڑی
سر کی وہ سخت ہڈیوں کا ڈھانچہ جو دماغ کو محفوظ رکھتا ہے۔
- Chinese中文
头骨
构成头部并保护大脑的坚硬骨骼结构。
More words like Skull
- Head
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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
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
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Frequently asked questions about Skull
What does Skull mean?
The hard bone structure that forms the head and protects the brain.
What is the definition of Skull?
the bone structure that forms the head and surrounds and protects the brain
How do you use Skull in a sentence?
a fractured skull
Can you give another example of Skull?
the angel of death with his grinning skull
What are synonyms for Skull?
Common alternatives include cranium, head, skeleton, boneyard, noggin.
What is the opposite of Skull?
Opposite meanings include brain, flesh, body.
What words go with Skull?
It commonly pairs with human, thick, thin, crack, fracture, crush, fracture, a fracture of the skull, a fracture to the skull, suffer a fractured skull.
What are common mistakes when using Skull?
Confusing with 'head' which is less specific. Using 'skulls' incorrectly in singular/plural contexts. Mispronouncing it, saying 'skool' instead of 'skuhl'.
How do you pronounce Skull?
US: /["/skʌl/"]/, UK: /["/skʌl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Skull?
Used in medical and biological contexts; can also refer to a decorative or symbolic item in informal contexts. Avoid using in overly formal writing.
What CEFR level is Skull?
"Skull" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.