A2verb1K

Jump

UK /["/dʒʌmp/","/dʒʌmps/","/dʒʌmpt/","/ˈdʒʌmpɪŋ/"]/US /["/dʒʌmp/","/dʒʌmps/","/dʒʌmpt/","/ˈdʒʌmpɪŋ/"]/

Definition

to move quickly off the ground or away from a surface by pushing yourself with your legs and feet

In simple words: To move up quickly off the ground using your legs.

Examples

  • The children love to jump on the trampoline.
  • When the dog sees the ball, it will jump into the air.
  • Please jump over the puddle so you don’t get wet.
  • She decided to jump to a higher conclusion without enough evidence.
  • We need to jump into action to solve this problem quickly.

Usage notes

Use 'jump' in both casual and formal contexts. It's suitable for physical actions, like jumping over objects, and metaphorically, like jumping to conclusions. Avoid using the word in highly formal writing.

Grammar pattern

jump + object

Memory hint

Think of a spring that 'jumps' when you push it down.

Collocations

  • suddenly
  • almost
  • nearly
  • try to
  • from
  • into
  • off
  • jump for joy
  • slightly
  • immediately
  • instantly
  • make somebody
  • in
  • jump out of your skin
  • slightly
  • immediately
  • instantly
  • make somebody
  • in
  • jump out of your skin

Synonyms

  • leap
  • leap

Antonyms

  • sit
  • remain
  • stay

Common mistakes

  • Confusing with 'leap' when used in casual contexts.
  • Using 'jump' without an object when it requires one, e.g., 'jump a fence.'
  • Mispronouncing the 'j' sound at the beginning.