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UK/["/wɜːd/"]/US/["/wɜːrd/"]/

Meaning of Word

In simple words: A single unit of language that has meaning.

Word in a sentence

  • I learned a new word today in class.
  • The word 'love' has many meanings.
  • Can you write this word on the board?
  • He is trying to find the right word to express his feelings.
  • In English, every word has its own importance.

How to use Word

Used in both written and spoken contexts. Formal when discussing language, informal in everyday conversation. Avoid using in highly technical discussions about linguistics.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'word' as a 'word' made of letters.

Related words

Collocations with Word

  • two-letter
  • three-letter
  • etc.
  • have
  • use
  • mention
  • mean something
  • signify something
  • refer to something
  • game
  • puzzle
  • identification
  • in somebody’s words
  • word for
  • word in
  • in all senses of the word
  • in other words
  • in so many words
  • quick
  • quiet
  • have
  • word with
  • a word in somebody’s ear
  • solemn
  • give somebody
  • be as good as
  • be true to
  • have somebody’s word for something
  • a man of his word
  • a woman of her word
  • bring
  • send
  • get
  • get out
  • leak
  • leak out
  • word about
  • word of
  • the word on the street is
  • what’s the word?

Synonyms for Word

Opposites of Word

Common mistakes with Word

  • Confused with 'wording' or 'phrase'.
  • Incorrectly pluralized as 'words' when referring to a concept.
  • Using in place of 'term' when specificity is required.

Compare Word with Term, Expression

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Frequently asked questions about Word

What does Word mean?

A single unit of language that has meaning.

What is the definition of Word?

a single unit of language that means something and can be spoken or written

How do you use Word in a sentence?

I learned a new word today in class.

Can you give another example of Word?

The word 'love' has many meanings.

What are synonyms for Word?

Common alternatives include term, expression, vocable, utterance.

What is the opposite of Word?

Opposite meanings include silence, deed.

What words go with Word?

It commonly pairs with two-letter, three-letter, etc., have, use, mention, mean something, signify something, refer to something, game, puzzle, identification, in somebody’s words, word for, word in, in all senses of the word, in other words, in so many words, quick, quiet, have, word with, a word in somebody’s ear, solemn, give somebody, be as good as, be true to, have somebody’s word for something, a man of his word, a woman of her word, bring, send, get, get out, leak, leak out, word about, word of, the word on the street is, what’s the word?.

What are common mistakes when using Word?

Confused with 'wording' or 'phrase'. Incorrectly pluralized as 'words' when referring to a concept. Using in place of 'term' when specificity is required.

How do you pronounce Word?

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

When should I use Word?

Used in both written and spoken contexts. Formal when discussing language, informal in everyday conversation. Avoid using in highly technical discussions about linguistics.

What CEFR level is Word?

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