Cool MateJump
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.