means
word · lemma: mean
/ˈminz/
MEENZ
/mˈiːnz/
MEENZ
Definition
To express or represent something; to have a particular meaning or intention. It can also refer to a method or way of doing something.
Usage & Nuances
Used both as a verb and noun (plural of 'mean' as 'means' for methods). Often appears in phrases like 'means to an end'. Do not confuse with 'means' as singular 'mean', which rarely is used alone. Common in both formal and informal contexts.
Spanish: significar - medio - recursoPortuguese (BR): significar - meio - recursoPortuguese (PT): significar - meio - recursoChinese (Simplified): 意味着 - 方法 - 手段Chinese (Traditional): 意味著 - 方法 - 手段Hindi: मतलब होना - साधन - तरीकाArabic: يعني - وسيلة - طريقةBengali: মানে (অর্থ বোঝানো) - উপায় (পদ্ধতি)Russian: значить - средство - способJapanese: 意味する - 手段Vietnamese: có nghĩa - phương tiện - cáchKorean: 의미하다 - 수단Turkish: anlamına gelmek - araç - yolUrdu: معنی رکھنا - ذریعہIndonesian: berarti - cara - sarana
Example Sentences
What does this word mean?
basic
He used an old phone as a means to call.
basic
Traveling by train is a popular means of transport.
basic
If you want something done, you have to find the right means.
natural
Using humor is a good means to ease tension during meetings.
natural
She didn’t mean to hurt your feelings.
natural