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UK//stəʊnz//US//stoʊnz//

Meaning of Stones

Solid, naturally occurring piece of rock or mineral.

In simple words: Hard pieces of rock.

Stones in a sentence

  • The path was lined with large, flat stones.
  • She found a collection of beautiful stones at the beach.
  • They used stones to build a sturdy wall.
  • He skipped stones across the lake, watching them bounce.
  • In ancient times, warriors threw stones at their enemies.
  • The gardener arranged the stones to create a decorative feature.

How to use Stones

Use 'stones' when discussing geology, landscaping, or metaphorical expressions like 'stones in one's path'. Avoid when speaking about gems or precious stones specifically.

Grammar pattern

countable noun

Memory hint

Think of 'stones' as a pile of rocks you might skip across a lake.

Related words

Collocations with Stones

  • smooth stones
  • gemstones and stones
  • throw stones
  • stones and rocks
  • landscaping with stones

Synonyms for Stones

  • rocks
  • boulders
  • pebbles
  • gravel
  • gemstones

Common mistakes with Stones

  • Confusing 'stone' (singular) with 'stones' (plural) in context.
  • Using 'stones' when referring to specific gems.
  • Not using the plural form when referring to multiple pieces.

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Frequently asked questions about Stones

What does Stones mean?

Hard pieces of rock.

What is the definition of Stones?

Solid, naturally occurring piece of rock or mineral.

How do you use Stones in a sentence?

The path was lined with large, flat stones.

Can you give another example of Stones?

She found a collection of beautiful stones at the beach.

What are synonyms for Stones?

Common alternatives include rocks, boulders, pebbles, gravel, gemstones.

What words go with Stones?

It commonly pairs with smooth stones, gemstones and stones, throw stones, stones and rocks, landscaping with stones.

What are common mistakes when using Stones?

Confusing 'stone' (singular) with 'stones' (plural) in context. Using 'stones' when referring to specific gems. Not using the plural form when referring to multiple pieces.

How do you pronounce Stones?

US: //stoʊnz//, UK: //stəʊnz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Stones?

Use 'stones' when discussing geology, landscaping, or metaphorical expressions like 'stones in one's path'. Avoid when speaking about gems or precious stones specifically.