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High

🇬🇧 UK /["/haɪ/","/ˈhaɪə(r)/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/haɪ/","/ˈhaɪər/"]/

Meaning of High

measuring a long distance from the bottom to the top

In simple words: At a great distance from the ground or a high level.

High in a sentence

• The mountain is very high.
• She has a high level of intelligence.
• The price of the ticket is too high for me.
• He flew his kite very high in the sky.
• Her voice is high-pitched and melodic.

How to use High

Used to describe physical height or abstract levels such as prices or emotions. Avoid using 'high' to describe age; 'old' is preferred.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

High sounds like 'sky' — think of the sky being very high above you.

Related words

Collocations with High

• high price
• high risk
• high quality
• high expectations
• high spirits

Synonyms for High

• tall
• elevated
• lofty
• tremendous
• great

Opposites of High

• low
• small
• short

Common mistakes with High

• Confused with 'tall' - use 'tall' for people.
• Using it to mean 'too much' in informal contexts.
• Saying 'high from' instead of 'high on' when describing feelings.

Frequently asked questions about High

What does High mean?

At a great distance from the ground or a high level.

What is the definition of High?

measuring a long distance from the bottom to the top

How do you use High in a sentence?

The mountain is very high.

Can you give another example of High?

She has a high level of intelligence.

What are synonyms for High?

Common alternatives include tall, elevated, lofty, tremendous, great.

What is the opposite of High?

Opposite meanings include low, small, short.

What words go with High?

It commonly pairs with high price, high risk, high quality, high expectations, high spirits.

What are common mistakes when using High?

Confused with 'tall' - use 'tall' for people. Using it to mean 'too much' in informal contexts. Saying 'high from' instead of 'high on' when describing feelings.

How do you pronounce High?

US: /["/haɪ/","/ˈhaɪər/"]/, UK: /["/haɪ/","/ˈhaɪə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use High?

Used to describe physical height or abstract levels such as prices or emotions. Avoid using 'high' to describe age; 'old' is preferred.

What CEFR level is High?

"High" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.