posters
word · lemma: poster
/ˈpoʊstɝz/
POH-sturz
/pˈəʊstəz/
POH-stuhz
Definition
Large printed pictures or signs, usually on paper, that are put on walls or boards to advertise something, give information, or as decoration.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used in plural. Common collocations: 'movie posters', 'concert posters', 'put up posters'. A 'poster' can be for advertising, information, or room decoration. Do not confuse with 'flyer' (smaller, usually handed out).
Spanish: pósters - cartelesPortuguese (BR): pôsteres - cartazesPortuguese (PT): pósteres - cartazesChinese (Simplified): 海报Chinese (Traditional): 海報Hindi: पोस्टरArabic: ملصقاتBengali: পোস্টারRussian: плакатыJapanese: ポスターVietnamese: áp phíchKorean: 포스터Turkish: afişler - posterlerUrdu: پوسٹرزIndonesian: poster
Example Sentences
The school has many posters about health and safety.
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We saw colorful posters outside the concert hall.
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My friend collects vintage band posters from the 80s.
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They handed out free posters to everyone at the event.
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There are posters everywhere downtown for the new play.
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He put the new movie posters on his bedroom wall.
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