Cool MateMeaning of Tail
In simple words: The back part of an animal's body, often furry or long.
Tail in a sentence
- The dog wagged its tail happily when it saw its owner.
- She decided to wear a dress with a long tail for the formal event.
- We followed the trail of the animal by looking at the marks it left, its tail brushing against the grass.
- In the story, the fox has a beautiful bushy tail.
- The comet has a bright tail that is visible in the sky.
- As the night went on, the shadows danced like a tail behind the campfire.
How to use Tail
Used in both formal and informal contexts. Common when talking about animals, but can be informal in phrases like 'to tail someone', meaning to follow them closely.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of a 'tiny tail' on a mouse — it helps you remember the word.
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Collocations with Tail
Synonyms for Tail
- appendage
- dock
- furl
- train
- plume
Common mistakes with Tail
- Confused with 'tale', which means a story.
- Using 'tail' as a verb incorrectly with non-animal subjects.
- Mispronouncing it as 'tale'.
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Frequently asked questions about Tail
What does Tail mean?
The back part of an animal's body, often furry or long.
What is the definition of Tail?
the part that sticks out at the back of the body of a bird, an animal or a fish, which the animal can move from side to side or up and down
How do you use Tail in a sentence?
The dog wagged its tail happily when it saw its owner.
Can you give another example of Tail?
She decided to wear a dress with a long tail for the formal event.
What are synonyms for Tail?
Common alternatives include appendage, dock, furl, train, plume.
What is the opposite of Tail?
Opposite meanings include head, front.
What words go with Tail?
It commonly pairs with long, short, bushy, flick, swish, thrash, swish, twitch, wag, bone, feathers, fin, the tip of its/his/her tail, section, fin, light, at the tail, nose to tail, section, fin, light, at the tail, nose to tail, section, fin, light, at the tail, nose to tail.
What are common mistakes when using Tail?
Confused with 'tale', which means a story. Using 'tail' as a verb incorrectly with non-animal subjects. Mispronouncing it as 'tale'.
How do you pronounce Tail?
US: /["/teɪl/"]/, UK: /["/teɪl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Tail?
Used in both formal and informal contexts. Common when talking about animals, but can be informal in phrases like 'to tail someone', meaning to follow them closely.
What CEFR level is Tail?
"Tail" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.