boat
word
/ˈboʊt/
boht
/bˈəʊt/
boht
Definition
A boat is a small water vehicle used for traveling on rivers, lakes, or the sea. It is usually smaller than a ship.
Usage & Nuances
'Boat' is general and informal; use 'ship' for much larger vessels. Common collocations: 'sail a boat', 'row a boat', 'fishing boat'. 'Boat' can be powered by oars, sails, or motors.
Spanish: barco - botePortuguese (BR): barco - botePortuguese (PT): barco - boteChinese (Simplified): 船Chinese (Traditional): 船Hindi: नावArabic: قاربBengali: নৌকাRussian: лодкаJapanese: ボートVietnamese: thuyềnKorean: 보트Turkish: tekneUrdu: کشتی (چھوٹی) - کشتیIndonesian: perahu
Example Sentences
We saw a boat on the lake.
basic
He built a small boat by himself.
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The boat is ready to go fishing.
basic
Let’s rent a boat and explore the river.
natural
She learned how to steer the boat during summer camp.
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Everyone was excited when the boat started to move fast.
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