B1noun5K

UK/["/wʊlf/","/wʊlvz/"]/US/["/wʊlf/","/wʊlvz/"]/

Meaning of Wolf

a large wild animal of the dog family, that lives and hunts in groups

In simple words: A wild animal that looks like a large dog, usually lives in packs.

Wolf in a sentence

  • She compared the media to a pack of ravening/ravenous wolves.
  • A lone wolf howled under the full moon.
  • Labour groups are often seen as the big bad wolf.
  • She called the media ‘ravening wolves’.
  • a story of a young boy raised by wolves

How to use Wolf

Use 'wolf' when talking about the animal in a general sense. It is appropriate in both casual conversation and formal writing, especially in contexts related to wildlife or nature. Avoid using it in contexts unrelated to animals to prevent confusion.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'howl' and 'wolf' together; imagine a wolf howling at the moon.

Related words

Collocations with Wolf

Synonyms for Wolf

Opposites of Wolf

Common mistakes with Wolf

  • Confused with 'wolves' as the incorrect plural for a single wolf.
  • Using 'wolf' in place of 'dog' without context.
  • Assuming the word only refers to the animal and not also to cultural references (e.g., characters in folklore).

Compare Wolf with Predator, Beast

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Frequently asked questions about Wolf

What does Wolf mean?

A wild animal that looks like a large dog, usually lives in packs.

What is the definition of Wolf?

a large wild animal of the dog family, that lives and hunts in groups

How do you use Wolf in a sentence?

She compared the media to a pack of ravening/ravenous wolves.

Can you give another example of Wolf?

A lone wolf howled under the full moon.

What are synonyms for Wolf?

Common alternatives include canine, predator, beast.

What is the opposite of Wolf?

Opposite meanings include sheep, domestic dog.

What words go with Wolf?

It commonly pairs with lone, wild, hungry, pack, growl, howl, hunt, cub, pack.

What are common mistakes when using Wolf?

Confused with 'wolves' as the incorrect plural for a single wolf. Using 'wolf' in place of 'dog' without context. Assuming the word only refers to the animal and not also to cultural references (e.g., characters in folklore).

How do you pronounce Wolf?

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

When should I use Wolf?

Use 'wolf' when talking about the animal in a general sense. It is appropriate in both casual conversation and formal writing, especially in contexts related to wildlife or nature. Avoid using it in contexts unrelated to animals to prevent confusion.

What CEFR level is Wolf?

"Wolf" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.