Cool MateMeaning of Stuck
Unable to move or be moved from a place.
In simple words: Unable to move or be moved.
Stuck in a sentence
- The car was stuck in the mud for hours.
- She felt stuck in her job, unable to advance.
- He got stuck between two big rocks while hiking.
- The offer left her feeling stuck between two choices.
- My phone is stuck on the loading screen!
How to use Stuck
Used when someone or something cannot move due to an obstruction or a situation. Commonly used in both casual and formal contexts.
Grammar pattern
be + stuck + (in/on/with)
Memory hint
Think of someone stuck in a traffic jam - they can't move.
Related words
Collocations with Stuck
- get stuck
- be stuck
- stuck in traffic
- stuck on a problem
- feel stuck
Common mistakes with Stuck
- Confused with 'stuck on', which means being obsessed with something.
- Using 'stuck' without a preposition, missing context.
- Overusing in casual speech; can sound repetitive.
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More words like Stuck
- Trapped
- Caught
- Fixed
- It is what it is
A phrase used to express acceptance of a situation without trying to change it.
- I know what this is
A phrase expressing certainty about the identity or nature of something.
- Have you seen this
A question asking someone if they have previously looked at or noticed something.
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Frequently asked questions about Stuck
What does Stuck mean?
Unable to move or be moved.
What is the definition of Stuck?
Unable to move or be moved from a place.
How do you use Stuck in a sentence?
The car was stuck in the mud for hours.
Can you give another example of Stuck?
She felt stuck in her job, unable to advance.
What are synonyms for Stuck?
Common alternatives include trapped, held, immobile, caught, fixed.
What is the opposite of Stuck?
Opposite meanings include free, loose, unheld.
What words go with Stuck?
It commonly pairs with get stuck, be stuck, stuck in traffic, stuck on a problem, feel stuck.
What are common mistakes when using Stuck?
Confused with 'stuck on', which means being obsessed with something. Using 'stuck' without a preposition, missing context. Overusing in casual speech; can sound repetitive.
How do you pronounce Stuck?
US: //stʌk//, UK: //stʌk//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Stuck?
Used when someone or something cannot move due to an obstruction or a situation. Commonly used in both casual and formal contexts.