Cool MateMeaning of Twin
one of two children born at the same time to the same mother
In simple words: One of two children born at the same time from the same mother.
Twin in a sentence
- She's expecting twins.
- If you're carrying *(= expecting)* twins or triplets, that can put you at risk.
- I'm 5 months pregnant with twins.
- His long-lost twin was searching for him.
- I was the older twin.
- My sister had twins.
- The twins were separated at birth.
- adult twins who were raised apart
- the plot device of giving a character an evil twin
- The plate was one of a pair but I broke its twin.
How to use Twin
Use 'twin' for both identical and fraternal twins. It's a neutral term and can be used in formal and informal contexts. Avoid using it when talking about unrelated individuals.
Grammar pattern
twin + noun (e.g. twin brother/sister)
Memory hint
Think of 'twin' as a pair; a twin is one half of a matching set.
Related words
Collocations with Twin
Opposites of Twin
Common mistakes with Twin
- Confused with 'double' when referring to twins.
- Using 'twins' as a singular noun.
- Assuming all twins look the same; this only applies to identical twins.
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Twin in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
توأم
واحد من طفلين اتولدوا في نفس الوقت من نفس الأم.
- Bengaliবাংলা
যমজ
একই সময়ে একই মায়ের গর্ভ থেকে জন্ম নেওয়া দুটি শিশুর মধ্যে একটি।
- GermanDeutsch
Zwilling
Eines von zwei Kindern, die gleichzeitig von derselben Mutter geboren wurden.
- SpanishEspañol
Gemelo
Uno de dos hijos nacidos al mismo tiempo de la misma madre.
- Persianفارسی
دوقلو
یکی از دو بچهای که همزمان از یک مادر به دنیا میان.
- FrenchFrançais
Jumeau, Jumelle
Un des deux bébés nés en même temps de la même maman.
- Hindiहिन्दी
जुड़वां
एक ही माँ से एक ही समय में पैदा हुए दो बच्चों में से एक।
- ItalianItaliano
Gemello/a, Gemelli
Uno di due bambini nati nello stesso momento dalla stessa mamma.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Gêmeo, Gêmea
Um de dois filhos nascidos ao mesmo tempo da mesma mãe.
- RussianРусский
Близнец, двойняшка
Один из двух детей, родившихся одновременно у одной матери.
- Urduاردو
جفت، توامان
ایک ہی ماں سے ایک ہی وقت میں پیدا ہونے والے دو بچوں میں سے ایک۔
- Chinese中文
双胞胎
同一母亲在同一时间出生的两个孩子之一。
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Frequently asked questions about Twin
What does Twin mean?
One of two children born at the same time from the same mother.
What is the definition of Twin?
one of two children born at the same time to the same mother
How do you use Twin in a sentence?
She's expecting twins.
Can you give another example of Twin?
If you're carrying *(= expecting)* twins or triplets, that can put you at risk.
What are synonyms for Twin?
Common alternatives include duo, pair, double.
What is the opposite of Twin?
Opposite meanings include single, individual.
What words go with Twin?
It commonly pairs with identical, monozygotic, dizygotic, pair, set, be carrying, be pregnant with, expect, boys, girls, daughters.
What are common mistakes when using Twin?
Confused with 'double' when referring to twins. Using 'twins' as a singular noun. Assuming all twins look the same; this only applies to identical twins.
How do you pronounce Twin?
US: /["/twɪn/"]/, UK: /["/twɪn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Twin?
Use 'twin' for both identical and fraternal twins. It's a neutral term and can be used in formal and informal contexts. Avoid using it when talking about unrelated individuals.
What CEFR level is Twin?
"Twin" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.