Definition and meaning of English word "poor"
poor
/pʊər/
Meaning
AdjectiveWith no or few possessions or money, particularly in relation to contemporaries who do have them.
How to use
The word 'poor' is often used to describe someone who has little or no money. It can also be used to describe something that is of low quality. A common learner mistake is using 'poor' with 'of', instead of 'poor' with 'in'.
🇬🇧 English
poor
Example
He is poor.
She helps poor.
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Common phrases
- poor health— a state of physical or mental well-being that is not good
- poor performance— a performance that is not good
- poor in something— lacking in something
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Frequency rank: #494 in English
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the English word "poor" mean?▼
The English word "poor" means "poor" in English.
How do you pronounce the English word "poor"?▼
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Help poor people." (which translates as "poor").
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