B2noun 1K

Status

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈsteɪtəs/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈsteɪtəs//ˈstætəs/"]/

Meaning of Status

the legal position of a person, group or country

In simple words: A person's or group's situation or position.

Status in a sentence

• Her status as the leader of the team was secured after the successful project delivery.
• In the social hierarchy, one's status can greatly influence their opportunities.
• You should check the status of your application online to see if it's been processed.
• He changed his relationship status on social media to 'In a Relationship'.
• The company's status in the market has improved significantly over the last year.

How to use Status

Often used in both formal and casual contexts. Be cautious in professional settings to maintain clarity about the specific type of status being referenced, such as social status, legal status, etc.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'status' like 'status quo' — the current state of things.

Related words

Collocations with Status

• elite
• great
• high
• enjoy
• have
• achieve
• symbol
• status as
• status among
• status of
• change in status
• elite
• great
• high
• enjoy
• have
• achieve
• symbol
• status as
• status among
• status of
• change in status
• elite
• great
• high
• enjoy
• have
• achieve
• symbol
• status as
• status among
• status of
• change in status
• elite
• great
• high
• enjoy
• have
• achieve
• symbol
• status as
• status among
• status of
• change in status

Synonyms for Status

• position
• standing
• rank
• state
• level

Opposites of Status

• insignificance
• obscurity

Common mistakes with Status

• Confused with 'statues', the plural of a sculpted figure.
• Using 'status' as a verb instead of a noun.
• Mispronouncing it as 'stah-tus' instead of 'sta-tus'.

Frequently asked questions about Status

What does Status mean?

A person's or group's situation or position.

What is the definition of Status?

the legal position of a person, group or country

How do you use Status in a sentence?

Her status as the leader of the team was secured after the successful project delivery.

Can you give another example of Status?

In the social hierarchy, one's status can greatly influence their opportunities.

What are synonyms for Status?

Common alternatives include position, standing, rank, state, level.

What is the opposite of Status?

Opposite meanings include insignificance, obscurity.

What words go with Status?

It commonly pairs with elite, great, high, enjoy, have, achieve, symbol, status as, status among, status of, change in status, elite, great, high, enjoy, have, achieve, symbol, status as, status among, status of, change in status, elite, great, high, enjoy, have, achieve, symbol, status as, status among, status of, change in status, elite, great, high, enjoy, have, achieve, symbol, status as, status among, status of, change in status.

What are common mistakes when using Status?

Confused with 'statues', the plural of a sculpted figure. Using 'status' as a verb instead of a noun. Mispronouncing it as 'stah-tus' instead of 'sta-tus'.

How do you pronounce Status?

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

When should I use Status?

Often used in both formal and casual contexts. Be cautious in professional settings to maintain clarity about the specific type of status being referenced, such as social status, legal status, etc.

What CEFR level is Status?

"Status" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.