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Text

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

Meaning of Text

any form of written material

In simple words: Written words or symbols.

Text in a sentence

• I received a text from my friend about tomorrow's meeting.
• Please read the text on the page carefully before answering the questions.
• He often sends a text instead of calling.
• The text of the song is very meaningful.
• You can share your text with others using social media.

How to use Text

Used in both formal and informal contexts. In academic writing, 'text' refers to written work, while in casual settings, it can mean messages sent on mobile devices. Avoid using in situations where a more specific term (like 'document' or 'message') is appropriate.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'text' as 'textbook' — it's all about written words.

Related words

Collocations with Text

• complete
• full
• draft
• block
• body
• chunk
• create
• produce
• provide
• accompany
• file
• editor
• message
• basic
• introductory
• key
• read
• read from
• analyse/​analyze
• contain something
• describe something
• emphasize something
• analysis
• in a/​the text
• text about
• text on
• complete
• full
• draft
• block
• body
• chunk
• create
• produce
• provide
• accompany
• file
• editor
• message
• complete
• full
• draft
• block
• body
• chunk
• create
• produce
• provide
• accompany
• file
• editor
• message
• basic
• introductory
• key
• read
• read from
• analyse/​analyze
• contain something
• describe something
• emphasize something
• analysis
• in a/​the text
• text about
• text on

Synonyms for Text

• writing
• script
• document
• content
• message

Opposites of Text

• speech
• silence

Common mistakes with Text

• Confused with 'context', thinking they mean the same thing.
• Misused as a verb when referring to sending messages.
• Overused instead of more specific terms like 'message' or 'document'.

Frequently asked questions about Text

What does Text mean?

Written words or symbols.

What is the definition of Text?

any form of written material

How do you use Text in a sentence?

I received a text from my friend about tomorrow's meeting.

Can you give another example of Text?

Please read the text on the page carefully before answering the questions.

What are synonyms for Text?

Common alternatives include writing, script, document, content, message.

What is the opposite of Text?

Opposite meanings include speech, silence.

What words go with Text?

It commonly pairs with complete, full, draft, block, body, chunk, create, produce, provide, accompany, file, editor, message, basic, introductory, key, read, read from, analyse/​analyze, contain something, describe something, emphasize something, analysis, in a/​the text, text about, text on, complete, full, draft, block, body, chunk, create, produce, provide, accompany, file, editor, message, complete, full, draft, block, body, chunk, create, produce, provide, accompany, file, editor, message, basic, introductory, key, read, read from, analyse/​analyze, contain something, describe something, emphasize something, analysis, in a/​the text, text about, text on.

What are common mistakes when using Text?

Confused with 'context', thinking they mean the same thing. Misused as a verb when referring to sending messages. Overused instead of more specific terms like 'message' or 'document'.

How do you pronounce Text?

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

When should I use Text?

Used in both formal and informal contexts. In academic writing, 'text' refers to written work, while in casual settings, it can mean messages sent on mobile devices. Avoid using in situations where a more specific term (like 'document' or 'message') is appropriate.

What CEFR level is Text?

"Text" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.