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Sky

UK /["/skaɪ/"]/US /["/skaɪ/"]/

Definition

the space above the earth that you can see when you look up, where clouds and the sun, moon and stars appear

In simple words: The space above us where clouds and the sun can be seen.

Examples

  • The sky was clear and blue during our picnic.
  • At night, the sky is filled with stars.
  • The artist painted a beautiful sky filled with clouds.
  • Birds fly high in the sky.
  • We watched the sunset as the sky turned orange.

Usage notes

Used in everyday conversation. It can be literal (the physical sky) or metaphorical (e.g., 'the sky's the limit'). Avoid using in overly formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of the word 'sky' as a 'sky-high' view — it’s all above you.

Collocations

  • big
  • vast
  • wide
  • patch
  • illuminate
  • light up
  • fill
  • clear
  • clear up
  • lighten
  • across the sky
  • against the sky
  • beneath a… sky
  • high in the sky
  • low in the sky
  • the sky above

Synonyms

  • firmament
  • heavens
  • atmosphere

Antonyms

  • ground
  • earth

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'sigh' when spoken quickly.
  • Omitting articles (e.g., saying 'I love sky' instead of 'I love the sky').
  • Using 'skies' incorrectly as a singular form.