A1adjective 1K

True

🇬🇧 UK /["/truː/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/truː/"]/

Meaning of True

connected with facts rather than things that have been invented or guessed

In simple words: Correct or real; not false.

True in a sentence

• The story is true, and I believe every word of it.
• She gave me a true friend, someone I can rely on.
• It’s true that honesty is the best policy.
• He remained true to his principles throughout his life.
• If you want a true answer, you need to ask the right questions.

How to use True

Used when confirming the accuracy of something. Appropriate in both casual and serious contexts. Avoid in overly casual settings when it may sound too blunt.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'true' as being 'on the right track' — always straight and honest.

Related words

Collocations with True

• be
• ring
• seem
• especially
• particularly
• very
• be
• feel
• remain
• absolutely
• to
• true to your word

Synonyms for True

• correct
• accurate
• genuine
• real
• authentic

Opposites of True

• false
• untrue
• incorrect

Common mistakes with True

• Confused with 'truly' as an adverb.
• 'True' is often misspelled as 'tru'.
• Used the phrase 'true in' instead of 'true to'.

Frequently asked questions about True

What does True mean?

Correct or real; not false.

What is the definition of True?

connected with facts rather than things that have been invented or guessed

How do you use True in a sentence?

The story is true, and I believe every word of it.

Can you give another example of True?

She gave me a true friend, someone I can rely on.

What are synonyms for True?

Common alternatives include correct, accurate, genuine, real, authentic.

What is the opposite of True?

Opposite meanings include false, untrue, incorrect.

What words go with True?

It commonly pairs with be, ring, seem, especially, particularly, very, be, feel, remain, absolutely, to, true to your word.

What are common mistakes when using True?

Confused with 'truly' as an adverb. 'True' is often misspelled as 'tru'. Used the phrase 'true in' instead of 'true to'.

How do you pronounce True?

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

When should I use True?

Used when confirming the accuracy of something. Appropriate in both casual and serious contexts. Avoid in overly casual settings when it may sound too blunt.

What CEFR level is True?

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