A1prepositionhigh_frequency_chunk

UK/["/wɪð//wɪθ/"]/US/["/wɪð//wɪθ/"]/

Meaning of With

in the company or presence of somebody/something

In simple words: used to say that something is together or connected to something else

With in a sentence

  • I like to go to the park with my friends.
  • She is with her mom at the store.
  • He walked with a heavy bag.
  • The cookie comes with chocolate chips.
  • Would you like tea with milk?
  • They are playing a game with eight players.
  • Can you come with me to the concert?
  • She enjoys painting with bright colors.

How to use With

Use 'with' to indicate companionship or connection. It's suitable in both spoken and written English. Avoid using it in overly formal contexts where more precise words might be required.

Grammar pattern

with + object

Memory hint

Think of 'with' as someone 'with' you on a journey.

Related words

Collocations with With

  • with care
  • with friends
  • with a smile
  • with joy

Synonyms for With

Opposites of With

Common mistakes with With

  • Wrongly placing 'with' before the subject, e.g., 'With she goes to the store.'
  • Using 'with' when the intended meaning is 'by', e.g., 'He painted with a brush' instead of 'He painted by a brush.'

Compare With with Alongside, Together

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Frequently asked questions about With

What does With mean?

used to say that something is together or connected to something else

What is the definition of With?

in the company or presence of somebody/something

How do you use With in a sentence?

I like to go to the park with my friends.

Can you give another example of With?

She is with her mom at the store.

What are synonyms for With?

Common alternatives include alongside, together, accompanied by.

What is the opposite of With?

Opposite meanings include without.

What words go with With?

It commonly pairs with with care, with friends, with a smile, with joy.

What are common mistakes when using With?

Wrongly placing 'with' before the subject, e.g., 'With she goes to the store.' Using 'with' when the intended meaning is 'by', e.g., 'He painted with a brush' instead of 'He painted by a brush.'

How do you pronounce With?

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

When should I use With?

Use 'with' to indicate companionship or connection. It's suitable in both spoken and written English. Avoid using it in overly formal contexts where more precise words might be required.

What CEFR level is With?

"With" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.