Cool MateMeaning of Wonder
In simple words: to think about something you are curious about or amazed by
Wonder in a sentence
- I wonder what will happen in the next episode of the show.
- She wonders if she made the right decision.
- Kids often wonder about the world around them.
- I wonder how long it will take to finish this project.
- They wondered whether it would rain tomorrow.
How to use Wonder
Used to express curiosity or disbelief. Appropriate for both spoken and written contexts, but avoid in very formal writing or situations.
Grammar pattern
wonder + if/whether + clause
Memory hint
Think of 'wonder' as 'wondering' – imagine Alice wondering in Wonderland.
Related words
Collocations with Wonder
Opposites of Wonder
- disdain
- indifference
- disbelief
Common mistakes with Wonder
- Confusing it with 'wondering' which is a different tense.
- Using 'wonder' as a noun instead of a verb.
- Omitting 'if' or 'whether' after 'wonder'.
Wonder appears in
Wonder in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
تساءل, تعجب
التفكير في شيء يثير فضولك أو يدهشك
- Bengaliবাংলা
আশ্চর্য হওয়া, ভাবা
কোনো কিছু নিয়ে চিন্তা করা যা নিয়ে আপনি কৌতূহলী বা অবাক।
- GermanDeutsch
sich fragen, staunen
sich über etwas Gedanken machen, das einen neugierig macht oder erstaunt
- SpanishEspañol
Maravilla
pensar en algo que te causa curiosidad o asombro
- Persianفارسی
تعجب کردن، شگفت زده شدن
به چیزی فکر کردن که کنجکاو یا شگفتزده آن هستید.
- FrenchFrançais
Se demander
réfléchir à quelque chose qui vous rend curieux ou émerveillé
- Hindiहिन्दी
आश्चर्य
किसी ऐसी चीज़ के बारे में सोचना जिसके बारे में आप उत्सुक हैं या चकित हैं
- ItalianItaliano
Wonder
pensare a qualcosa che ti incuriosisce o ti stupisce
- PortuguesePortuguês
Maravilha, Admirar-se
pensar em algo que te deixa curioso ou maravilhado
- RussianРусский
Чудо, удивляться
думать о чем-то, что вызывает у вас любопытство или изумление
- Urduاردو
حیرت انگیز، تعجب کرنا
کسی ایسی چیز کے بارے میں سوچنا جس کے بارے میں آپ تجسس رکھتے ہیں یا حیران ہیں
- Chinese中文
想知道
思考你感到好奇或惊讶的事情
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Frequently asked questions about Wonder
What does Wonder mean?
to think about something you are curious about or amazed by
What is the definition of Wonder?
to think about something and try to decide what is true, what will happen, what you should do, etc.
How do you use Wonder in a sentence?
I wonder what will happen in the next episode of the show.
Can you give another example of Wonder?
She wonders if she made the right decision.
What are synonyms for Wonder?
Common alternatives include ponder, question, speculate, marvel, think.
What is the opposite of Wonder?
Opposite meanings include disdain, indifference, disbelief.
What words go with Wonder?
It commonly pairs with idly, vaguely, briefly, begin to, start to, cannot help but, about, can’t help wondering, keep wondering.
What are common mistakes when using Wonder?
Confusing it with 'wondering' which is a different tense. Using 'wonder' as a noun instead of a verb. Omitting 'if' or 'whether' after 'wonder'.
How do you pronounce Wonder?
US: /["/ˈwʌndər/","/ˈwʌndərz/","/ˈwʌndərd/","/ˈwʌndərɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ˈwʌndə(r)/","/ˈwʌndəz/","/ˈwʌndəd/","/ˈwʌndərɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Wonder?
Used to express curiosity or disbelief. Appropriate for both spoken and written contexts, but avoid in very formal writing or situations.
What CEFR level is Wonder?
"Wonder" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.