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UK/["/wɪdθ//wɪtθ/"]/US/["/wɪdθ//wɪtθ/"]/

Meaning of Width

the measurement from one side of something to the other; how wide something is

In simple words: The measurement of how wide something is from side to side.

Width in a sentence

  • The width of the table is exactly two meters.
  • Please measure the width of the door before buying the new frame.
  • The designer focused on the width of the lines to create a bold effect.
  • Room width can significantly affect how spacious it feels.
  • The width of the river prevented the small boat from crossing easily.

How to use Width

Use 'width' when talking about dimensions, especially in more technical contexts like construction or design. Avoid using it in very informal conversations.

Grammar pattern

width + of + noun

Memory hint

Think of 'width' as 'wide' + 'th'; remember wide things are measured by width.

Related words

Collocations with Width

Synonyms for Width

Opposites of Width

  • narrowness

Common mistakes with Width

  • Confused with 'length' or 'height'.
  • Using 'width' as uncountable when needing the plural 'widths'.

Compare Width with Extent, Dimension, Span

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Frequently asked questions about Width

What does Width mean?

The measurement of how wide something is from side to side.

What is the definition of Width?

the measurement from one side of something to the other; how wide something is

How do you use Width in a sentence?

The width of the table is exactly two meters.

Can you give another example of Width?

Please measure the width of the door before buying the new frame.

What are synonyms for Width?

Common alternatives include breadth, extent, dimension, span.

What is the opposite of Width?

Opposite meanings include narrowness.

What words go with Width?

It commonly pairs with great, entire, full, have, span, measure, grow, increase, decrease, measurement, across the width, in width.

What are common mistakes when using Width?

Confused with 'length' or 'height'. Using 'width' as uncountable when needing the plural 'widths'.

How do you pronounce Width?

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

When should I use Width?

Use 'width' when talking about dimensions, especially in more technical contexts like construction or design. Avoid using it in very informal conversations.

What CEFR level is Width?

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