Cool MateMeaning of Verbal
In simple words: Related to spoken or written words instead of actions or feelings.
Verbal in a sentence
- The job applicant must have good verbal skills.
- non-verbal communication *(= expressions of the face, gestures*, etc.)
- a **verbal agreement/warning**
- verbal instructions
- a verbal noun *(= a noun formed from a verb, for example smoking*)
How to use Verbal
Use 'verbal' to describe anything related to words, especially in formal contexts. Avoid using it in casual settings when discussing non-verbal communication.
Grammar pattern
adjective + noun (e.g., verbal communication)
Memory hint
Think 'verb' – words are central to both, like speaking or writing.
Related words
Collocations with Verbal
- verbal communication
- verbal agreement
- verbal expression
Opposites of Verbal
- nonverbal
- silent
Common mistakes with Verbal
- Confused with 'oral', which refers only to spoken words.
- Used incorrectly as a noun instead of an adjective.
- Thinking it only means spoken language; it also includes written language.
Verbal appears in
Verbal in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
لفظي, شفوي
له علاقة بالكلمات المنطوقة أو المكتوبة بدلاً من الأفعال أو المشاعر.
- Bengaliবাংলা
মৌখিক
কথা বা লেখার সাথে সম্পর্কিত, কাজ বা অনুভূতির পরিবর্তে।
- GermanDeutsch
Verbal
Bezieht sich auf gesprochene oder geschriebene Wörter statt auf Handlungen oder Gefühle.
- SpanishEspañol
Verbal
Que tiene que ver con palabras dichas o escritas, en lugar de acciones o sentimientos.
- Persianفارسی
کلامی
مربوط به کلمات گفتاری یا نوشتاری به جای اعمال یا احساسات.
- FrenchFrançais
Verbal
Qui concerne les mots, qu'ils soient parlés ou écrits, par opposition aux actions ou aux sentiments.
- Hindiहिन्दी
मौखिक
बोले या लिखे गए शब्दों से संबंधित, न कि क्रियाओं या भावनाओं से।
- ItalianItaliano
Verbale
Che riguarda le parole, dette o scritte, invece che le azioni o i sentimenti.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Verbal
Relacionado a palavras faladas ou escritas em vez de ações ou sentimentos.
- RussianРусский
Устный, словесный
Связанный с устными или письменными словами, а не с действиями или чувствами.
- Urduاردو
زبانی, لفظی
بولے یا لکھے گئے الفاظ سے متعلق، نہ کہ اعمال یا احساسات سے۔
- Chinese中文
口头的，言语的
指用词语表达的，而不是用行动或感情。
More words like Verbal
- Spoken
- Oral
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To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- AbortionC1
the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
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Frequently asked questions about Verbal
What does Verbal mean?
Related to spoken or written words instead of actions or feelings.
What is the definition of Verbal?
relating to words
How do you use Verbal in a sentence?
The job applicant must have good verbal skills.
Can you give another example of Verbal?
non-verbal communication *(= expressions of the face, gestures*, etc.)
What are synonyms for Verbal?
Common alternatives include spoken, oral, linguistic, wordy.
What is the opposite of Verbal?
Opposite meanings include nonverbal, silent.
What words go with Verbal?
It commonly pairs with verbal communication, verbal agreement, verbal expression.
What are common mistakes when using Verbal?
Confused with 'oral', which refers only to spoken words. Used incorrectly as a noun instead of an adjective. Thinking it only means spoken language; it also includes written language.
How do you pronounce Verbal?
US: /["/ˈvɜːrbl/"]/, UK: /["/ˈvɜːbl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Verbal?
Use 'verbal' to describe anything related to words, especially in formal contexts. Avoid using it in casual settings when discussing non-verbal communication.
What CEFR level is Verbal?
"Verbal" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.