Cool MateMeaning of Sole
only; single
In simple words: The bottom part of a shoe or foot.
Sole in a sentence
- the **sole surviving** member of the family
- My **sole reason** for coming here was to see you.
- This is the sole means of access to the building.
- She has **sole responsibility** for the project.
- the **sole owner**
- We may have the opportunity to take over sole ownership of the company.
How to use Sole
The term is used in both casual and formal contexts, often related to footwear or fishing (like 'sole fish'). Not to be confused with 'soul'.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'sole' as the 'sole' part of the shoe you walk on.
Related words
Collocations with Sole
- shoe sole
- bare sole
- top sole
Synonyms for Sole
- bottom
- undercarriage
- foundation
Common mistakes with Sole
- 'Sole' confused with 'soul'.
- 'Sole' used incorrectly in plural form (should stay singular when referring to shoe parts).
- Mispronunciation — often said like 'sowl' instead of 'sohl'.
Sole appears in
Sole in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
نعل, وحيد, فردي
الجزء السفلي من الحذاء أو القدم.
- Bengaliবাংলা
একমাত্র, তলা
জুতো বা পায়ের নিচের অংশ।
- GermanDeutsch
Sole
Die Unterseite eines Schuhs oder Fußes.
- SpanishEspañol
Suela, Único/a
La parte inferior de un zapato o pie.
- Persianفارسی
کفی کفش، تنها، یگانه
قسمت پایینی کفش یا پا.
- FrenchFrançais
Semelle, Seul
La partie inférieure d'une chaussure ou d'un pied.
- Hindiहिन्दी
एकमात्र, अकेला, तल
जूते या पैर का निचला हिस्सा।
- ItalianItaliano
Suola, unico, solo
La parte inferiore di una scarpa o di un piede.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Sola, Única
A parte de baixo de um sapato ou pé.
- RussianРусский
Единственный, подошва
Нижняя часть обуви или ноги.
- Urduاردو
تک، واحد، واحد
جوتے یا پاؤں کا نچلا حصہ۔
- Chinese中文
唯一的, 仅有的
鞋底或脚底的部分。
More words like Sole
- Bottom
- Foundation
- 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.
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Frequently asked questions about Sole
What does Sole mean?
The bottom part of a shoe or foot.
What is the definition of Sole?
only; single
How do you use Sole in a sentence?
the **sole surviving** member of the family
Can you give another example of Sole?
My **sole reason** for coming here was to see you.
What are synonyms for Sole?
Common alternatives include bottom, undercarriage, foundation.
What is the opposite of Sole?
Opposite meanings include heel, top.
What words go with Sole?
It commonly pairs with shoe sole, bare sole, top sole.
What are common mistakes when using Sole?
'Sole' confused with 'soul'. 'Sole' used incorrectly in plural form (should stay singular when referring to shoe parts). Mispronunciation — often said like 'sowl' instead of 'sohl'.
How do you pronounce Sole?
US: /["/səʊl/"]/, UK: /["/səʊl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Sole?
The term is used in both casual and formal contexts, often related to footwear or fishing (like 'sole fish'). Not to be confused with 'soul'.
What CEFR level is Sole?
"Sole" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.