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Without

🇬🇧 UK /["/wɪˈðaʊt/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/wɪˈðaʊt/"]/

Meaning of Without

not having, experiencing or showing something

In simple words: not having something

Without in a sentence

• They had gone two days without food.
• He found the place without difficulty.
• She spoke without much enthusiasm.
• Don't go without me.
• Can you see without your glasses?
• Don't go out without your coat.
• He left without saying goodbye.
• You can't make an omelette without breaking eggs.
• **Without wanting to** criticize, I think you could have done better. *(= used before you make a critical comment)*
• The party was organized without her knowing anything about it.

How to use Without

Use 'without' to indicate the absence of something. It's neutral and used in both spoken and written English. Avoid using it in overly formal writing where alternatives might be preferred.

Grammar pattern

without + noun

Memory hint

Think of 'with' — without means not having it!

Related words

Collocations with Without

• without hesitation
• without any doubt
• without permission
• without a doubt

Synonyms for Without

• lacking
• absent
• devoid
• minus
• sans

Opposites of Without

• with
• including

Common mistakes with Without

• Incorrectly using 'without' with verbs instead of nouns.
• Confusing 'without' with 'with' in sentences.
• Using 'without' when 'not' is more appropriate.

Frequently asked questions about Without

What does Without mean?

not having something

What is the definition of Without?

not having, experiencing or showing something

How do you use Without in a sentence?

They had gone two days without food.

Can you give another example of Without?

He found the place without difficulty.

What are synonyms for Without?

Common alternatives include lacking, absent, devoid, minus, sans.

What is the opposite of Without?

Opposite meanings include with, including.

What words go with Without?

It commonly pairs with without hesitation, without any doubt, without permission, without a doubt.

What are common mistakes when using Without?

Incorrectly using 'without' with verbs instead of nouns. Confusing 'without' with 'with' in sentences. Using 'without' when 'not' is more appropriate.

How do you pronounce Without?

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

When should I use Without?

Use 'without' to indicate the absence of something. It's neutral and used in both spoken and written English. Avoid using it in overly formal writing where alternatives might be preferred.

What CEFR level is Without?

"Without" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.