A2noun 1K

Sky

🇬🇧 UK /["/skaɪ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/skaɪ/"]/

Meaning of Sky

the space above the earth that you can see when you look up, where clouds and the sun, moon and stars appear

In simple words: The space above us where clouds and the sun can be seen.

Sky in a sentence

• The sky was clear and blue during our picnic.
• At night, the sky is filled with stars.
• The artist painted a beautiful sky filled with clouds.
• Birds fly high in the sky.
• We watched the sunset as the sky turned orange.

How to use Sky

Used in everyday conversation. It can be literal (the physical sky) or metaphorical (e.g., 'the sky's the limit'). Avoid using in overly formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of the word 'sky' as a 'sky-high' view — it’s all above you.

Related words

Collocations with Sky

• big
• vast
• wide
• patch
• illuminate
• light up
• fill
• clear
• clear up
• lighten
• across the sky
• against the sky
• beneath a… sky
• high in the sky
• low in the sky
• the sky above

Synonyms for Sky

• firmament
• heavens
• atmosphere

Opposites of Sky

• ground
• earth

Common mistakes with Sky

• Confused with 'sigh' when spoken quickly.
• Omitting articles (e.g., saying 'I love sky' instead of 'I love the sky').
• Using 'skies' incorrectly as a singular form.

Frequently asked questions about Sky

What does Sky mean?

The space above us where clouds and the sun can be seen.

What is the definition of Sky?

the space above the earth that you can see when you look up, where clouds and the sun, moon and stars appear

How do you use Sky in a sentence?

The sky was clear and blue during our picnic.

Can you give another example of Sky?

At night, the sky is filled with stars.

What are synonyms for Sky?

Common alternatives include firmament, heavens, atmosphere.

What is the opposite of Sky?

Opposite meanings include ground, earth.

What words go with Sky?

It commonly pairs with big, vast, wide, patch, illuminate, light up, fill, clear, clear up, lighten, across the sky, against the sky, beneath a… sky, high in the sky, low in the sky, the sky above.

What are common mistakes when using Sky?

Confused with 'sigh' when spoken quickly. Omitting articles (e.g., saying 'I love sky' instead of 'I love the sky'). Using 'skies' incorrectly as a singular form.

How do you pronounce Sky?

US: /["/skaɪ/"]/, UK: /["/skaɪ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Sky?

Used in everyday conversation. It can be literal (the physical sky) or metaphorical (e.g., 'the sky's the limit'). Avoid using in overly formal writing.

What CEFR level is Sky?

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