B1 3K

Harbor

UK //ˈhɑː.bə// US //ˈhɑːr.bɚ// Pronunciation

Definition

A sheltered area where ships can dock and be protected.

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In simple words: A place where ships are kept safe.

Examples

• The cruise ship arrived at the bustling _harbor_ early in the morning.
• Fishermen often clean their catch right at the _harbor_.
• The _harbor_ was filled with sailboats during the summer festival.

Usage notes

Commonly used in both spoken and written contexts. Suitable in discussions about maritime activities but less relevant in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a harbor as a 'hard barrier' for waves to keep ships safe.

Collocations

• busy harbor
• safe harbor
• harbor master
• fishing harbor
• commercial harbor

Synonyms

• port
• dock
• marina
• haven
• moorage

Antonyms

• desert
• exile

Common mistakes

• Confused with 'harbour' as a British spelling.
• 'Harbor' used incorrectly as a verb.
• Mispronouncing the word due to silent letters.