B1noun 1K

Summary

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈsʌməri/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈsʌməri/"]/

Meaning of Summary

a short statement that gives only the main points of something, not the details

In simple words: A short version of a longer text that includes the main points.

Summary in a sentence

• The summary of the book provided a clear understanding of its main themes.
• Can you give me a summary of your findings from the research?
• Her summary of the movie was so engaging that I wanted to watch it immediately.
• In the meeting, I presented a summary of our progress over the last quarter.
• He wrote a brief summary of the article for the newsletter.

How to use Summary

Used when condensing information. Appropriate in both academic and everyday contexts. Avoid in casual conversation unless discussing a specific text.

Grammar pattern

summary + of + object

Memory hint

Sounds like 'sum up a story' — think about compressing information into a brief overview.

Related words

Collocations with Summary

• accurate
• apt
• clear
• make
• prepare
• publish
• sheet
• table
• report
• in summary
• in a/​the summary
• summary of
• in summary form

Synonyms for Summary

• overview
• abstract
• recap
• digest
• synopsis

Opposites of Summary

• detail
• expansion

Common mistakes with Summary

• Using 'summery' instead of 'summary'
• 'Summary' is sometimes confused with 'resume'
• Mistaking summaries for opinions or interpretations

Frequently asked questions about Summary

What does Summary mean?

A short version of a longer text that includes the main points.

What is the definition of Summary?

a short statement that gives only the main points of something, not the details

How do you use Summary in a sentence?

The summary of the book provided a clear understanding of its main themes.

Can you give another example of Summary?

Can you give me a summary of your findings from the research?

What are synonyms for Summary?

Common alternatives include overview, abstract, recap, digest, synopsis.

What is the opposite of Summary?

Opposite meanings include detail, expansion.

What words go with Summary?

It commonly pairs with accurate, apt, clear, make, prepare, publish, sheet, table, report, in summary, in a/​the summary, summary of, in summary form.

What are common mistakes when using Summary?

Using 'summery' instead of 'summary' 'Summary' is sometimes confused with 'resume' Mistaking summaries for opinions or interpretations

How do you pronounce Summary?

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

When should I use Summary?

Used when condensing information. Appropriate in both academic and everyday contexts. Avoid in casual conversation unless discussing a specific text.

What CEFR level is Summary?

"Summary" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.