Cool MateMeaning of Slip
In simple words: to slide or fall unintentionally
Slip in a sentence
- Be careful not to slip on the wet floor.
- He tried to slip the note under her door without being noticed.
- She managed to slip in a joke during the serious discussion.
- My watch seems to slip ahead by a few minutes every day.
- It's normal for plans to slip occasionally due to unforeseen circumstances.
- Make sure nothing will slip through the cracks during this busy time.
- The kids were so excited that they began to slip outside before their parents were ready.
How to use Slip
Use 'slip' when referring to losing your grip or control, often in physical contexts. It's suitable in both casual and formal situations, but avoid using it in overly serious contexts unless it’s metaphorical.
Grammar pattern
slip + object
Memory hint
Think of slipping on a banana peel — very funny and memorable!
Related words
Collocations with Slip
- slip on ice
- slip through the cracks
- slip of the tongue
- slip into a conversation
- slip someone's mind
Synonyms for Slip
Common mistakes with Slip
- Confused with 'sneak' — they have different meanings.
- Using 'slip' as a transitive verb incorrectly.
- Mixing up 'slip' with 'trip' — they refer to different actions.
Slip appears in
Slip in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
انزلاق، زلة
الانزلاق أو السقوط بدون قصد
- Bengaliবাংলা
পা পিছলে যাওয়া, পিছলে যাওয়া, ফসকে যাওয়া
অনিচ্ছাকৃতভাবে পিছলে যাওয়া বা পড়ে যাওয়া
- GermanDeutsch
abrutschen, ausrutschen, gleiten
unbeabsichtigt rutschen oder fallen
- SpanishEspañol
Resbalar
deslizarse o caer sin querer
- Persianفارسی
لغزیدن، لیز خوردن، رد شدن
ناخواسته سُر خوردن یا افتادن
- FrenchFrançais
glisser, échapper, se faufiler, déraper
glisser ou tomber involontairement
- Hindiहिन्दी
फिसलना, खिसकना
अनजाने में फिसलना या गिर जाना
- ItalianItaliano
Scivolare, Infilare, Sfuggire
scivolare o cadere senza volerlo
- PortuguesePortuguês
Escorregar, deslizar
escorregar ou cair sem querer
- RussianРусский
Поскользнуться, проскользнуть, вставить, пропустить, сдвинуться
нечаянно поскользнуться или упасть
- Urduاردو
پوشاک، لغزش، پھسلنا
بے ارادہ پھسلنا یا گرنا
- Chinese中文
滑倒, 滑动
无意中滑动或摔倒
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Frequently asked questions about Slip
What does Slip mean?
to slide or fall unintentionally
What is the definition of Slip?
to slide a short distance by accident so that you fall or nearly fall
How do you use Slip in a sentence?
Be careful not to slip on the wet floor.
Can you give another example of Slip?
He tried to slip the note under her door without being noticed.
What are synonyms for Slip?
Common alternatives include creep.
What is the opposite of Slip?
Opposite meanings include grip, hold, steady.
What words go with Slip?
It commonly pairs with slip on ice, slip through the cracks, slip of the tongue, slip into a conversation, slip someone's mind.
What are common mistakes when using Slip?
Confused with 'sneak' — they have different meanings. Using 'slip' as a transitive verb incorrectly. Mixing up 'slip' with 'trip' — they refer to different actions.
How do you pronounce Slip?
US: /["/slɪp/","/slɪps/","/slɪpt/","/ˈslɪpɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/slɪp/","/slɪps/","/slɪpt/","/ˈslɪpɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Slip?
Use 'slip' when referring to losing your grip or control, often in physical contexts. It's suitable in both casual and formal situations, but avoid using it in overly serious contexts unless it’s metaphorical.
What CEFR level is Slip?
"Slip" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.