Cool MateMeaning of Sneer
In simple words: To look or speak in a way that shows you think someone is stupid.
Sneer in a sentence
How to use Sneer
Used in contexts where someone is mocking or showing disdain. Less appropriate in formal settings.
Grammar pattern
sneer + at + object
Memory hint
Imagine someone sneezing while looking down on others, they 'sneer'.
Related words
Collocations with Sneer
- sneer at
- sneer in response
- sneer of disdain
Synonyms for Sneer
- mock
- scorn
- deride
- disdain
- ridicule
Common mistakes with Sneer
- Confusing with 'sneer at' and 'sneer with'.
- Using 'sneer' as a noun without context.
- Overusing the word in casual conversation.
Sneer appears in
Sneer in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
سخرية
أن تنظر أو تتحدث بطريقة تظهر أنك تعتقد أن شخصًا ما غبي.
- Bengaliবাংলা
তাচ্ছিল্য করা
এমনভাবে তাকানো বা কথা বলা যাতে মনে হয় আপনি কাউকে বোকা মনে করেন।
- GermanDeutsch
verspotten, höhnisch grinsen
Auf eine Weise aussehen oder sprechen, die zeigt, dass man jemanden für dumm hält.
- SpanishEspañol
Desdén
Mirar o hablar de una manera que muestra que piensas que alguien es estúpido.
- Persianفارسی
تمسخر کردن
به طرز خندهدار یا با کلمات طعنهآمیز نگاه کردن یا صحبت کردن که نشان میدهد فکر میکنید کسی احمق است.
- FrenchFrançais
ricaner, sourire narquois
Regarder ou parler d'une manière qui montre que tu penses que quelqu'un est stupide.
- Hindiहिन्दी
तिरस्कारपूर्ण मुस्कान/तिरस्कारपूर्ण ढंग से बोलना
इस तरह से देखना या बोलना जिससे लगे कि आप किसी को बेवकूफ समझते हैं।
- ItalianItaliano
Sghignazzare, fare la smorfia
Guardare o parlare in modo da far capire che pensi che qualcuno sia stupido.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Zombar
Olhar ou falar de um jeito que mostra que você acha alguém idiota.
- RussianРусский
усмехаться, презрительно ухмыляться
Смотреть или говорить так, чтобы показать, что вы считаете кого-то глупым.
- Urduاردو
حقارت آمیز مسخره کرنا، ناک بھوں چڑھانا
اس طرح دیکھنا یا بات کرنا جس سے لگے کہ آپ کسی کو بیوقوف سمجھتے ہیں۔
- Chinese中文
冷笑
以看或说的方式表现出你认为某人很愚蠢。
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- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- CorpseB1
The dead body of a human or animal.
- TypicalA2
Representing the usual characteristics of a particular group or situation.
- VaporB1
A gaseous state of a substance that is typically liquid at room temperature.
- TraditionA2
A custom or belief passed down over time within a group.
- ApproachB2
A way of dealing with a situation or a method of doing something.
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Frequently asked questions about Sneer
What does Sneer mean?
To look or speak in a way that shows you think someone is stupid.
What is the definition of Sneer?
To smile or speak in a way that shows scorn or contempt.
How do you use Sneer in a sentence?
She couldn't help but sneer at his outdated fashion sense.
Can you give another example of Sneer?
He sneered at the suggestion that he couldn't handle the challenge.
What are synonyms for Sneer?
Common alternatives include mock, scorn, deride, disdain, ridicule.
What is the opposite of Sneer?
Opposite meanings include praise, admire, approve.
What words go with Sneer?
It commonly pairs with sneer at, sneer in response, sneer of disdain.
What are common mistakes when using Sneer?
Confusing with 'sneer at' and 'sneer with'. Using 'sneer' as a noun without context. Overusing the word in casual conversation.
How do you pronounce Sneer?
US: //snɪr//, UK: //snɪə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Sneer?
Used in contexts where someone is mocking or showing disdain. Less appropriate in formal settings.
What CEFR level is Sneer?
"Sneer" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.