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UK/["/təʊ/"]/US/["/təʊ/"]/

Meaning of Toe

one of the five small parts that stick out from the foot; any similar part on the foot of an animal or bird

In simple words: The small part at the end of your foot.

Toe in a sentence

  • I stubbed my toe against the table leg and it hurt a lot.
  • Make sure to wear socks to keep your toes warm in winter.
  • The doctor examined my toe to check for any injuries.
  • She painted her toenails a bright red color for the summer.
  • He has a habit of tapping his toes when he is nervous.

How to use Toe

Commonly used in everyday conversation. Appropriate in both casual and medical contexts. Avoid in very formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of your foot 'toeing' the line!

Related words

Collocations with Toe

  • big
  • little
  • pinky
  • stand on
  • step on
  • tread on
  • curl
  • injury
  • between the/​your toes
  • on your toes
  • from head to toe
  • from top to toe
  • the tips of your toes
  • big
  • little
  • pinky
  • stand on
  • step on
  • tread on
  • curl
  • injury
  • between the/​your toes
  • on your toes
  • from head to toe
  • from top to toe
  • the tips of your toes

Synonyms for Toe

  • digit
  • appendage
  • foot part

Opposites of Toe

Common mistakes with Toe

  • Confused with 'toe' and 'tow' (to pull something).
  • Incorrectly spelling it as 'tow'.
  • Using 'toes' when referring to just one.

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Frequently asked questions about Toe

What does Toe mean?

The small part at the end of your foot.

What is the definition of Toe?

one of the five small parts that stick out from the foot; any similar part on the foot of an animal or bird

How do you use Toe in a sentence?

I stubbed my toe against the table leg and it hurt a lot.

Can you give another example of Toe?

Make sure to wear socks to keep your toes warm in winter.

What are synonyms for Toe?

Common alternatives include digit, appendage, foot part.

What is the opposite of Toe?

Opposite meanings include heel, hand.

What words go with Toe?

It commonly pairs with big, little, pinky, stand on, step on, tread on, curl, injury, between the/​your toes, on your toes, from head to toe, from top to toe, the tips of your toes, big, little, pinky, stand on, step on, tread on, curl, injury, between the/​your toes, on your toes, from head to toe, from top to toe, the tips of your toes.

What are common mistakes when using Toe?

Confused with 'toe' and 'tow' (to pull something). Incorrectly spelling it as 'tow'. Using 'toes' when referring to just one.

How do you pronounce Toe?

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

When should I use Toe?

Commonly used in everyday conversation. Appropriate in both casual and medical contexts. Avoid in very formal writing.

What CEFR level is Toe?

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