Knot Meaning in English
word
/ˈnɑt/
naht
/nˈɒt/
not
Definition
A knot is a tight loop made by tying a piece of rope, string, or other material. It can also mean a hard lump in something, or a feeling of tightness (like in your stomach when nervous).
Usage & Nuances
'Tie a knot' is the usual verb phrase for making a knot. 'Knot' can also describe tense emotions ('a knot in my stomach'). In sailing, 'knot' means a speed unit, but this is specialized.
Spanish: nudoPortuguese (BR): nóPortuguese (PT): nóChinese (Simplified): 结Chinese (Traditional): 結Hindi: गांठArabic: عقدةBengali: গিঁট - গ্রন্থি (সাধারণ টান বা দানা)Russian: узелJapanese: 結び目Vietnamese: nútKorean: 매듭Turkish: düğümUrdu: گرہIndonesian: simpul
Example Sentences
He tied a knot in the rope.
basic
The knot was too tight to untie.
basic
She learned how to make a knot for fishing.
basic
I have a knot in my stomach before big tests.
natural
That necklace has a huge knot you need to fix.
natural
Can you help me untangle this knot?
natural