Meaning of Top
In simple words: the highest point or part of something
Top in a sentence
- He always wears a hat at the top of his head.
- The top of the mountain was covered in snow.
- She aims to reach the top of her profession one day.
- The box is on the top shelf, so I need a ladder to get it.
- He was the top student in his class last year.
How to use Top
Use 'top' to refer to the highest point in both physical and metaphorical contexts. It is appropriate in casual and formal settings but avoid it when discussing specific ranks, where 'first' may be more suitable.
Grammar pattern
top + object
Memory hint
Think of a mountain top—it's the highest part you can reach.
Related words
Collocations with Top
Common mistakes with Top
- Confused with 'tip' but 'top' refers to the highest point.
- Using 'topped' incorrectly as a past tense with non-physical subjects.
- Misplacing 'top' when translating from languages with different structures.
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Top in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
أعلى، قمة
أعلى نقطة أو جزء في شيء ما
- Bengaliবাংলা
Top
কোনো কিছুর সর্বোচ্চ বিন্দু বা অংশ
- GermanDeutsch
Oberseite, Spitze, Oberteil
der höchste Punkt oder Teil von etwas
- SpanishEspañol
Cima, parte superior
el punto o parte más alta de algo
- Persianفارسی
بالا، نوک، اوج
بالاترین نقطه یا قسمت چیزی
- FrenchFrançais
Haut, Sommet, Dessus
le point le plus haut ou la partie la plus haute de quelque chose
- Hindiहिन्दी
टॉप, सबसे ऊपर, शिखर
किसी चीज़ का सबसे ऊँचा बिंदु या हिस्सा
- ItalianItaliano
Cima, Vertice, Parte superiore
il punto o la parte più alta di qualcosa
- PortuguesePortuguês
Topo
o ponto mais alto ou a parte mais alta de algo
- RussianРусский
Верх, вершина, макушка, самый лучший
самая высокая точка или часть чего-либо
- Urduاردو
اوپر، سب سے اوپر، سب سے اونچا
کسی چیز کا سب سے اونچا مقام یا حصہ
- Chinese中文
顶部
某物的最高点或部分
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Frequently asked questions about Top
What does Top mean?
the highest point or part of something
What is the definition of Top?
the highest part or point of something
How do you use Top in a sentence?
He always wears a hat at the top of his head.
Can you give another example of Top?
The top of the mountain was covered in snow.
What are synonyms for Top?
Common alternatives include peak, summit, apex, zenith, crest.
What is the opposite of Top?
Opposite meanings include bottom, base.
What words go with Top?
It commonly pairs with extreme, very, cliff, at the top, on top, to the top, from top to bottom, extreme, very, cliff, at the top, on top, to the top, from top to bottom, halter, hooded, long-sleeved, bottle, lift, lift off, pop, get to, make it to, reach, at the top, on top, to the top, top of the agenda, top of the class.
What are common mistakes when using Top?
Confused with 'tip' but 'top' refers to the highest point. Using 'topped' incorrectly as a past tense with non-physical subjects. Misplacing 'top' when translating from languages with different structures.
How do you pronounce Top?
US: /["/tɑːp/"]/, UK: /["/tɒp/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Top?
Use 'top' to refer to the highest point in both physical and metaphorical contexts. It is appropriate in casual and formal settings but avoid it when discussing specific ranks, where 'first' may be more suitable.
What CEFR level is Top?
"Top" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.


























