Cool MateMeaning of Slam
In simple words: to hit something very hard or shut it forcefully
Slam in a sentence
- He slammed the door shut after the argument.
- She slammed her book down on the table in frustration.
- The player slammed the ball into the net, scoring the winning goal.
- Critics slammed the movie for its weak plot and poor acting.
- The boxer slammed his opponent to the mat in the third round.
How to use Slam
Use 'slam' informally to describe hitting or closing something with force. It's common in casual conversations but might not be appropriate in formal settings.
Grammar pattern
slam + object
Memory hint
Think of 'slam dunk' in basketball, where a player forcefully puts the ball in the hoop.
Related words
Collocations with Slam
Synonyms for Slam
- bang
Common mistakes with Slam
- Using 'slam' in the passive voice incorrectly — e.g., 'was slammed by the door' instead of 'the door was slammed'.
- Confusing 'slam' with 'slip' or 'slide'.
- 'Slam' is often mistakenly used to describe gentle actions.
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Slam in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
يُغلق بقوة، يضرب بقوة
يضرب شيئًا بقوة أو يغلق شيئًا بعنف
- Bengaliবাংলা
ধাক্কা দেওয়া, জোরে বন্ধ করা
খুব জোরে কিছু আঘাত করা বা জোর করে বন্ধ করা
- GermanDeutsch
knallen, zuschlagen, niederschmettern
etwas sehr hart treffen oder mit Gewalt schließen
- SpanishEspañol
Golpear con fuerza, Cerrar de golpe
Cerrar algo de golpe o golpear algo con mucha fuerza.
- Persianفارسی
بستن با شدت، کوبیدن
به چیزی خیلی محکم ضربه زدن یا آن را با زور بستن
- FrenchFrançais
Claquer, Frapper fort
Frapper quelque chose très fort ou fermer quelque chose avec force
- Hindiहिन्दी
ज़ोर से बंद करना/मारना
किसी चीज़ को बहुत ज़ोर से मारना या बंद करना
- ItalianItaliano
sbattere, chiudere con forza, colpire duramente, criticare aspramente
colpire qualcosa con molta forza o chiudere con forza
- PortuguesePortuguês
Bater com força, Fechar com estrondo
bater em algo com muita força ou fechar algo com força
- RussianРусский
Хлопнуть, ударить
сильно ударить или захлопнуть что-то
- Urduاردو
زور سے بند کرنا، زور سے مارنا
کسی چیز کو بہت زور سے مارنا یا زور سے بند کرنا
- Chinese中文
砰地关上, 猛烈抨击, 猛摔
用力关上某物，或者猛烈地做某事
More words like Slam
- 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
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
- AbstractB2
based on general ideas and not on any particular real person, thing or situation
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Frequently asked questions about Slam
What does Slam mean?
to hit something very hard or shut it forcefully
What is the definition of Slam?
to shut, or to make something shut, with a lot of force, making a loud noise
How do you use Slam in a sentence?
He slammed the door shut after the argument.
Can you give another example of Slam?
She slammed her book down on the table in frustration.
What are synonyms for Slam?
Common alternatives include bang.
What is the opposite of Slam?
Opposite meanings include lift, open, softly close.
What words go with Slam?
It commonly pairs with hard, loudly, angrily, hear something, against, behind, into, slam something home, slam on the brakes, slam (something) shut, hard, loudly, angrily, hear something, against, behind, into, slam something home, slam on the brakes, slam (something) shut.
What are common mistakes when using Slam?
Using 'slam' in the passive voice incorrectly — e.g., 'was slammed by the door' instead of 'the door was slammed'. Confusing 'slam' with 'slip' or 'slide'. 'Slam' is often mistakenly used to describe gentle actions.
How do you pronounce Slam?
US: /["/slæm/","/slæmz/","/slæmd/","/ˈslæmɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/slæm/","/slæmz/","/slæmd/","/ˈslæmɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Slam formal or informal?
"Slam" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use Slam?
Use 'slam' informally to describe hitting or closing something with force. It's common in casual conversations but might not be appropriate in formal settings.
What CEFR level is Slam?
"Slam" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.