B2noun 1K

Wire

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈwaɪə(r)/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈwaɪər/"]/

Meaning of Wire

metal in the form of thin thread; a piece of this

In simple words: A thin, flexible piece of metal.

Wire in a sentence

• The electrician used a wire to connect the lights.
• I need to buy some wire for the craft project.
• You can transfer money via wire to another bank account.
• The spy sent a secret message through a wire.
• Make sure the wire is insulated to prevent any accidents.

How to use Wire

Used to refer to electrical wires or wires used in crafts. In informal settings, it can also refer to stealing (e.g. 'to wire money'). Avoid using in formal contexts when discussing abstract ideas.

Grammar pattern

wire + object

Memory hint

Think of 'wire' as 'wiring' up for a tech breakthrough.

Related words

Collocations with Wire

• taut
• loose
• fine
• length
• piece
• strand
• cut
• bend
• twist
• mesh
• netting
• basket
• behind a/​the wire
• under a/​the wire
• electric
• electrical
• electricity
• attach
• connect
• disconnect
• go
• lead
• run
• along a/​the wire
• down a/​the wire
• a tangle of wires

Synonyms for Wire

• cable
• conductor
• strand
• filament
• thread

Opposites of Wire

• string
• cord

Common mistakes with Wire

• Confused with 'wired' which means connected electronically.
• Used as a verb without proper context (e.g. saying 'I wire' instead of 'I wire it').

Frequently asked questions about Wire

What does Wire mean?

A thin, flexible piece of metal.

What is the definition of Wire?

metal in the form of thin thread; a piece of this

How do you use Wire in a sentence?

The electrician used a wire to connect the lights.

Can you give another example of Wire?

I need to buy some wire for the craft project.

What are synonyms for Wire?

Common alternatives include cable, conductor, strand, filament, thread.

What is the opposite of Wire?

Opposite meanings include string, cord.

What words go with Wire?

It commonly pairs with taut, loose, fine, length, piece, strand, cut, bend, twist, mesh, netting, basket, behind a/​the wire, under a/​the wire, electric, electrical, electricity, attach, connect, disconnect, go, lead, run, along a/​the wire, down a/​the wire, a tangle of wires.

What are common mistakes when using Wire?

Confused with 'wired' which means connected electronically. Used as a verb without proper context (e.g. saying 'I wire' instead of 'I wire it').

How do you pronounce Wire?

US: /["/ˈwaɪər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈwaɪə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Wire?

Used to refer to electrical wires or wires used in crafts. In informal settings, it can also refer to stealing (e.g. 'to wire money'). Avoid using in formal contexts when discussing abstract ideas.

What CEFR level is Wire?

"Wire" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.