Meaning of We almost died
A phrase indicating a close encounter with death.
In simple words: We nearly lost our lives.
We almost died in a sentence
- During the storm, we almost died when our boat capsized.
- After the accident, she said, 'We almost died!'
- We were in the wrong place at the wrong time; we almost died.
- When the tree fell, I realized we almost died that day.
- In that car crash, it felt like we almost died.
How to use We almost died
Use in informal contexts to express a narrow escape from danger; avoid in very serious or formal discussions.
Grammar pattern
standalone expression
Memory hint
Think of a close call; imagine a near-fatal car crash.
Related words
Collocations with We almost died
- we nearly died
- we almost lost our lives
- we came close to dying
- we faced death
- we escaped a near-fatal situation
Synonyms for We almost died
- nearly died
- came close to death
- escaped death
- almost perished
- was on the brink of dying
Common mistakes with We almost died
- Using 'almost' with 'died' instead of 'died' directly.
- Confusing the phrase with 'nearly died'.
- Using it without context or emotion.
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We almost died in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
كِدنا نموت
كِدنا نفقد حياتنا.
- Bengaliবাংলা
আমরা প্রায় মরেই গিয়েছিলাম
আমরা প্রায় জীবন হারিয়েই ফেলেছিলাম।
- GermanDeutsch
Wir sind fast gestorben
Wir hätten fast unser Leben verloren.
- SpanishEspañol
Casi nos morimos
Casi perdemos la vida.
- Persianفارسی
ما نزدیک بود مردیم
عبارتی که برای بیان وضعیتی استفاده میشود که شما نزدیک به مرگ بودهاید.
- FrenchFrançais
On a failli mourir
On a failli perdre la vie.
- Hindiहिन्दी
हम बाल-बाल बचे
हम लगभग मर ही गए थे।
- ItalianItaliano
Siamo quasi morti
Per poco non abbiamo perso la vita.
- PortuguesePortuguês
A gente quase morreu
A gente quase perdeu a vida.
- RussianРусский
Мы чуть не умерли
Мы чуть не погибли.
- Urduاردو
ہم مرتے مرتے بچ گئے
ہم بال بال بچ گئے۔
- Chinese中文
我们差点死了
我们差点没命了。
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Frequently asked questions about We almost died
What does We almost died mean?
We nearly lost our lives.
What is the definition of We almost died?
A phrase indicating a close encounter with death.
How do you use We almost died in a sentence?
During the storm, we almost died when our boat capsized.
Can you give another example of We almost died?
After the accident, she said, 'We almost died!'
What are synonyms for We almost died?
Common alternatives include nearly died, came close to death, escaped death, almost perished, was on the brink of dying.
What words go with We almost died?
It commonly pairs with we nearly died, we almost lost our lives, we came close to dying, we faced death, we escaped a near-fatal situation.
What are common mistakes when using We almost died?
Using 'almost' with 'died' instead of 'died' directly. Confusing the phrase with 'nearly died'. Using it without context or emotion.
How do you pronounce We almost died?
US: //wi ˈɑlməʊst daɪd//, UK: //wiː ˈɔːlməʊst daɪd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use We almost died?
Use in informal contexts to express a narrow escape from danger; avoid in very serious or formal discussions.
