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Woods

🇬🇧 UK //wʊdz// 🇺🇸 US //wʊdz//

Meaning of Woods

A dense area filled with trees and underbrush.

In simple words: An area with many trees.

Woods in a sentence

• We went for a hike in the woods.
• The kids played hide and seek in the woods.
• Many animals live in the woods.

How to use Woods

Use 'woods' to describe a natural area. Avoid in formal writing where 'forest' is more appropriate.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'wood's' where trees are a 'wooded' area.

Related words

Collocations with Woods

• explore the woods
• walk in the woods
• get lost in the woods

Synonyms for Woods

• forest
• thicket
• grove
• copse
• silva

Opposites of Woods

• desert
• urban area
• city

Common mistakes with Woods

• Using 'wood' to mean multiple areas instead of 'woods'.
• Confusing 'woods' with 'forest', which can be larger.

Frequently asked questions about Woods

What does Woods mean?

An area with many trees.

What is the definition of Woods?

A dense area filled with trees and underbrush.

How do you use Woods in a sentence?

We went for a hike in the woods.

Can you give another example of Woods?

The kids played hide and seek in the woods.

What are synonyms for Woods?

Common alternatives include forest, thicket, grove, copse, silva.

What is the opposite of Woods?

Opposite meanings include desert, urban area, city.

What words go with Woods?

It commonly pairs with explore the woods, walk in the woods, get lost in the woods.

What are common mistakes when using Woods?

Using 'wood' to mean multiple areas instead of 'woods'. Confusing 'woods' with 'forest', which can be larger.

How do you pronounce Woods?

US: //wʊdz//, UK: //wʊdz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Woods?

Use 'woods' to describe a natural area. Avoid in formal writing where 'forest' is more appropriate.