Meaning of The stones
A collection of small, hard pieces of rock.
In simple words: A group of small, hard objects made of rock.
The stones in a sentence
- The stones in the river glistened under the sunlight.
- He collected the stones for his rock garden.
- She admired the beautiful stones in her jewelry box.
- The stones underfoot crunched as they walked along the path.
- They painted the stones to make them more colorful.
How to use The stones
Used to refer to a collection of rocks or gems. Can refer to literal stones or metaphorically to something solid.
Grammar pattern
standalone phrase
Memory hint
Think of a pile of stones in a garden.
Related words
Collocations with The stones
- throw stones
- polish stones
- collect stones
- stack stones
- colorful stones
Common mistakes with The stones
- Confused with 'the stone' which refers to a single object.
- Using it in a non-physical context when it should be literal.
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Frequently asked questions about The stones
What does The stones mean?
A group of small, hard objects made of rock.
What is the definition of The stones?
A collection of small, hard pieces of rock.
How do you use The stones in a sentence?
The stones in the river glistened under the sunlight.
Can you give another example of The stones?
He collected the stones for his rock garden.
What are synonyms for The stones?
Common alternatives include rocks, pebbles, gravel, gemstones.
What words go with The stones?
It commonly pairs with throw stones, polish stones, collect stones, stack stones, colorful stones.
What are common mistakes when using The stones?
Confused with 'the stone' which refers to a single object. Using it in a non-physical context when it should be literal.
How do you pronounce The stones?
US: //ðə stoʊnz//, UK: //ðə stəʊnz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use The stones?
Used to refer to a collection of rocks or gems. Can refer to literal stones or metaphorically to something solid.