C1verb 3K

Whip

🇬🇧 UK /["/wɪp/","/wɪps/","/wɪpt/","/ˈwɪpɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/wɪp/","/wɪps/","/wɪpt/","/ˈwɪpɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Whip

to hit a person or an animal hard with a whip, as a punishment or to make them go faster or work harder

In simple words: A long, flexible tool used to hit or control animals.

Whip in a sentence

• The coach decided to whip the team into shape before the big game.
• He used a whip to urge the horses to run faster during the race.
• She accidentally whipped cream all over the kitchen counter.
• The chef knows how to whip egg whites until they are stiff and fluffy.
• The politician was able to whip the votes necessary to pass the bill.
• He learned to whip the mare gently without causing her pain.
• To make the dessert, you have to whip the cream until it forms peaks.

How to use Whip

Use 'whip' in contexts like horse riding or in figurative language to describe quick actions. It's not used in casual conversations or to describe violence.

Grammar pattern

whip + object

Memory hint

Think of a 'whip' cracking like a loud sound that commands attention.

Related words

Collocations with Whip

• soundly
• lightly
• up

Synonyms for Whip

• lash
• flail
• quirt
• strap
• cord

Opposites of Whip

• slow down
• restrain

Common mistakes with Whip

• Confusing 'whip' with 'whipped' as a past tense.
• Using it as a noun for something other than a tool.
• Confusing with 'wip' which stands for work in progress.

Frequently asked questions about Whip

What does Whip mean?

A long, flexible tool used to hit or control animals.

What is the definition of Whip?

to hit a person or an animal hard with a whip, as a punishment or to make them go faster or work harder

How do you use Whip in a sentence?

The coach decided to whip the team into shape before the big game.

Can you give another example of Whip?

He used a whip to urge the horses to run faster during the race.

What are synonyms for Whip?

Common alternatives include lash, flail, quirt, strap, cord.

What is the opposite of Whip?

Opposite meanings include slow down, restrain.

What words go with Whip?

It commonly pairs with soundly, lightly, up.

What are common mistakes when using Whip?

Confusing 'whip' with 'whipped' as a past tense. Using it as a noun for something other than a tool. Confusing with 'wip' which stands for work in progress.

How do you pronounce Whip?

US: /["/wɪp/","/wɪps/","/wɪpt/","/ˈwɪpɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/wɪp/","/wɪps/","/wɪpt/","/ˈwɪpɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Whip?

Use 'whip' in contexts like horse riding or in figurative language to describe quick actions. It's not used in casual conversations or to describe violence.

What CEFR level is Whip?

"Whip" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.