Cool MateMeaning of Sneak
To move quietly and secretly.
In simple words: To go somewhere quietly without being noticed.
Sneak in a sentence
- He tried to sneak out of the house without waking anyone.
- She managed to sneak a cookie from the jar.
- The thief managed to sneak past security unnoticed.
- They decided to sneak into the concert without tickets.
- He always sneaks in late to avoid traffic.
- We saw a toddler sneak up behind his dad to scare him.
- You shouldn't sneak around if you want to be trusted.
How to use Sneak
Commonly used for secretive movement. Suitable for informal contexts, but may not be appropriate in formal writing.
Grammar pattern
sneak + object
Memory hint
Imagine a cat sneaking quietly to catch a mouse.
Related words
Collocations with Sneak
- sneak away
- sneak peek
- sneak up
- sneak attack
- sneak out
Common mistakes with Sneak
- Confused with 'sneek', a common misspelling.
- Incorrectly used as a noun; it’s primarily a verb.
- Confusing with 'sneak up', which specifies direction.
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Frequently asked questions about Sneak
What does Sneak mean?
To go somewhere quietly without being noticed.
What is the definition of Sneak?
To move quietly and secretly.
How do you use Sneak in a sentence?
He tried to sneak out of the house without waking anyone.
Can you give another example of Sneak?
She managed to sneak a cookie from the jar.
What are synonyms for Sneak?
Common alternatives include creep, slip, tiptoe, prowl, stalk.
What is the opposite of Sneak?
Opposite meanings include reveal, advertise, proclaim.
What words go with Sneak?
It commonly pairs with sneak away, sneak peek, sneak up, sneak attack, sneak out.
What are common mistakes when using Sneak?
Confused with 'sneek', a common misspelling. Incorrectly used as a noun; it’s primarily a verb. Confusing with 'sneak up', which specifies direction.
How do you pronounce Sneak?
US: //sniːk//, UK: //sniːk//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Sneak?
Commonly used for secretive movement. Suitable for informal contexts, but may not be appropriate in formal writing.