idea
word
/aɪˈdiə/
eye-DEE-uh
/aɪdˈiə/
eye-DEE-uh
Definition
A thought or suggestion about a possible plan or action. It can also mean a general understanding or opinion about something.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used in formal and informal contexts. Often combined with verbs like 'have an idea,' 'give an idea,' or 'get an idea.' Beware of confusing 'idea' with 'opinion,' which is more about personal beliefs rather than suggestions or thoughts on plans.
Spanish: idea - concepto - nociónPortuguese (BR): ideia - noçãoPortuguese (PT): ideia - noçãoChinese (Simplified): 主意 - 概念Chinese (Traditional): 主意 - 概念Hindi: विचार - आइडियाArabic: فكرة - مفهومBengali: ধারণাRussian: идеяJapanese: アイデア - 考えVietnamese: ý tưởngKorean: 아이디어 - 생각Turkish: fikir - düşünceUrdu: خیال - تصورIndonesian: ide - gagasan
Example Sentences
That’s a brilliant idea — let’s do it!
natural
She has a great idea for the school project.
basic
I need an idea to solve this problem.
basic
Do you have any idea how to get there?
basic
No idea what he's talking about, honestly.
natural
I came up with a cool idea for our weekend trip.
natural