heap
word
/ˈhip/
heep
/hˈiːp/
heep
Definition
A heap is a messy or untidy pile of things, or a large amount of something stacked together.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used for things piled or stacked together, often in an untidy or casual way ('a heap of clothes'). Can also mean 'a lot' in informal expressions ('a heap of work to do'). Often confused with 'pile'—'heap' is more informal and usually messier.
Spanish: montón - pilaPortuguese (BR): monte - pilhaPortuguese (PT): monte - pilhaChinese (Simplified): 堆Chinese (Traditional): 堆Hindi: ढेरArabic: كومةBengali: ঢিবি - স্তূপRussian: кучаJapanese: 山 - 山積みVietnamese: đốngKorean: 더미Turkish: yığınUrdu: ڈھیرIndonesian: tumpukan
Example Sentences
There is a heap of dirty clothes on the floor.
basic
He put the books in a heap on the desk.
basic
The leaves blew into a heap in the corner of the yard.
basic
Kids love to jump into a heap of autumn leaves.
natural
My car was buried under a heap of snow this morning.
natural
I've got a heap of work to finish before I can relax.
natural