string

noun B1 Neutral

Daily Life

Meaning

A string is a thin piece of material, often used for tying things together or making something hang.

💡 Be careful not to confuse "string" with "stringed," which refers to instruments like guitars or violins.

Example Sentences

Can you tie the package with a strong string ?

Can you tie the package with some string , please ?

I need a string to tie the gift box securely .

There is no string left to tie the package .

Word in Context

Anna wanted to hang a small mirror on the wall . She looked for a nail and a string in the drawer and found both . She tied the string to the mirror and measured the height before she put the nail in . The mirror looked nice and the room felt brighter .

Common Phrases

piece of string string of beads string together

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