Cool MateMeaning of Slash
In simple words: To cut through something quickly and forcefully.
Slash in a sentence
- The thief tried to slash the tires of the car.
- She accidentally slashed her finger while chopping vegetables.
- The company slashed prices to attract more customers.
- During the concert, the guitarist slashed his strings dramatically.
- Budget cuts forced the school to slash several programs.
How to use Slash
Commonly used to describe cutting with a sharp object like a knife or sword. In informal contexts, it can also describe drastic changes or reductions, such as in budgets.
Grammar pattern
slash + object
Memory hint
Think of a sword slashing through the air — sounds like 'slash'.
Related words
Synonyms for Slash
- slit
Common mistakes with Slash
- Using 'slash' without an object (e.g., saying 'I slash' instead of 'I slash the paper').
- Confusing with 'splash' due to similar sounds.
- Overusing in contexts where 'cut' would be more appropriate.
Slash appears in
Slash in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
شرش
قطع شيء ما بسرعة وقوة.
- Bengaliবাংলা
কাটা, ছাঁটাই করা
কোনো কিছু দ্রুত এবং জোর দিয়ে কেটে ফেলা।
- GermanDeutsch
Schlitzen, durchschneiden, kürzen
Etwas schnell und kräftig durchschneiden.
- SpanishEspañol
Cortar con navaja/cuchillo, Tajo, Rebajar drásticamente
Cortar algo rápida y fuertemente.
- Persianفارسی
بریدن، خط مورب
به سرعت و با قدرت چیزی را قطع کردن.
- FrenchFrançais
Trancher/Égorger
Couper quelque chose rapidement et avec force.
- Hindiहिन्दी
काट देना/चीरना
किसी चीज़ को तेज़ी से और ज़ोर से काटना।
- ItalianItaliano
Tagliare / Incidere
Tagliare qualcosa velocemente e con forza.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Cortar / Barrar
Cortar algo de forma rápida e com força.
- RussianРусский
Резать/Порезать
Быстро и сильно разрезать что-то.
- Urduاردو
کاٹنا، چیرنا
کسی چیز کو تیزی اور زور سے کاٹنا۔
- Chinese中文
Slash
快速有力地划过某物。
More words like Slash
- 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 Slash
What does Slash mean?
To cut through something quickly and forcefully.
What is the definition of Slash?
to make a long cut with a sharp object, especially in a violent way
How do you use Slash in a sentence?
The thief tried to slash the tires of the car.
Can you give another example of Slash?
She accidentally slashed her finger while chopping vegetables.
What are synonyms for Slash?
Common alternatives include slit.
What is the opposite of Slash?
Opposite meanings include add, increase, build up.
What words go with Slash?
It commonly pairs with wildly, at, through, with, dramatically, drastically, aggressively, by, from, to.
What are common mistakes when using Slash?
Using 'slash' without an object (e.g., saying 'I slash' instead of 'I slash the paper'). Confusing with 'splash' due to similar sounds. Overusing in contexts where 'cut' would be more appropriate.
How do you pronounce Slash?
US: /["/slæʃ/","/ˈslæʃɪz/","/slæʃt/","/ˈslæʃɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/slæʃ/","/ˈslæʃɪz/","/slæʃt/","/ˈslæʃɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Slash?
Commonly used to describe cutting with a sharp object like a knife or sword. In informal contexts, it can also describe drastic changes or reductions, such as in budgets.
What CEFR level is Slash?
"Slash" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.