A1verbhigh_frequency_chunk

Put

UK /["/pʊt/","/pʊts/","/ˈpʊtɪŋ/"]/US /["/pʊt/","/pʊts/","/ˈpʊtɪŋ/"]/

Definition

to move something into a particular place or position

In simple words: to move something to a specific place

Examples

  • Please put the book on the table.
  • He will put the keys in his pocket.
  • Can you put your shoes by the door?
  • She put her phone down and smiled.
  • I want to put my thoughts into words.
  • They asked him to put forth his ideas.
  • He put on a jacket before going outside.
  • She put up with his bad habits for a long time.

Usage notes

Used in both spoken and written contexts. Avoid using in overly formal situations without additional context. Commonly used to denote placing items.

Grammar pattern

put + object + preposition

Memory hint

Imagine putting on a hat to remember 'put' — you're placing it on your head.

Collocations

  • cleverly
  • eloquently
  • well
  • to put it another way

Synonyms

  • place
  • set
  • lay
  • position
  • install

Antonyms

  • remove
  • take out
  • withdraw

Common mistakes

  • Confusing 'put' with similar verbs like 'place' or 'set'.
  • Omitting the object (e.g., saying 'put on the table' instead of 'put the book on the table').
  • Using incorrect prepositions with 'put'.