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UK/["/sməʊk/"]/US/["/sməʊk/"]/

Meaning of Smoke

In simple words: A gray or black cloud of tiny particles that comes from burning things.

Smoke in a sentence

  • The smoke from the fire made it hard to breathe.
  • I saw smoke rising from the chimney.
  • Some people smoke cigarettes, but it's not very healthy.
  • The smoke alarm went off when I burned my toast.
  • He likes to smoke fish to add flavor.

How to use Smoke

Used when talking about both the act of smoking and the smoke produced by fire. In formal contexts, use 'smoke' to refer to pollution or the effects of smoking. Avoid in conversations about health unless addressing smoking directly.

Grammar pattern

smoke + object

Memory hint

Think of 'Smoke' as 'Slowly Moving Outward, Kind of Everywhere'.

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Collocations with Smoke

Synonyms for Smoke

Opposites of Smoke

Common mistakes with Smoke

  • Confused with 'smoky', which describes something that has smoke or smells like smoke.
  • Using 'smoke' as a noun without an article (e.g., 'I see smoke' is correct, but 'I see smoke the fire' is incorrect).
  • Mixing 'smoke' with the noun 'smoking' when talking about the action.

Compare Smoke with Fumes, Smog, Haze, Cloud

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Frequently asked questions about Smoke

What does Smoke mean?

A gray or black cloud of tiny particles that comes from burning things.

What is the definition of Smoke?

the grey, white or black gas that is produced by something burning

How do you use Smoke in a sentence?

The smoke from the fire made it hard to breathe.

Can you give another example of Smoke?

I saw smoke rising from the chimney.

What are synonyms for Smoke?

Common alternatives include fumes, vapors, smog, haze, cloud.

What is the opposite of Smoke?

Opposite meanings include clear, purity.

What words go with Smoke?

It commonly pairs with dense, heavy, thick, cloud, column, haze, belch, belch out, blow, belch, billow, come, plume, ring, signal, go up in smoke, full of smoke, thick with smoke.

What are common mistakes when using Smoke?

Confused with 'smoky', which describes something that has smoke or smells like smoke. Using 'smoke' as a noun without an article (e.g., 'I see smoke' is correct, but 'I see smoke the fire' is incorrect). Mixing 'smoke' with the noun 'smoking' when talking about the action.

How do you pronounce Smoke?

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

When should I use Smoke?

Used when talking about both the act of smoking and the smoke produced by fire. In formal contexts, use 'smoke' to refer to pollution or the effects of smoking. Avoid in conversations about health unless addressing smoking directly.

What CEFR level is Smoke?

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