Definition and meaning of English word "see"
see
/siː/
Meaning
VerbTo perceive or detect someone or something with the eyes, or as if by sight. To witness or observe by personal experience.
How to use
The verb 'see' is commonly used in various contexts, including observing a person or thing, witnessing an event, or perceiving something through intuition. For example, 'I see what you mean' is a common idiomatic expression. However, it's worth noting that learners often confuse 'see' with 'watch', as in 'I see the movie tonight' (meaning 'I will watch the movie') vs. 'I see the movie' (meaning 'I perceive or understand the movie').
🇬🇧 English
see
Example
I see you now
See the dog
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Common phrases
- see eye to eye— to agree completely
- see red— to become angry
- see the light— to understand or realize something
- see through— to understand or realize something
- see the point— to understand or realize the purpose or meaning of something
This concept in other languages
Frequency rank: #183 in English
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What does the English word "see" mean?▼
The English word "see" means "see" in English.
How do you pronounce the English word "see"?▼
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Can I see an example sentence with "see"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Used for vision" (which translates as "see").
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