Pliers Meaning in English
word · lemma: plier
ˈpɫaɪɝz
PLY-erz
plˈaɪəz
PLY-uhz
Definition
A hand tool with two handles and jaws, used to hold, bend, or cut things, especially small objects and wires.
Usage & Nuances
Always plural—'pliers' is used like 'scissors'. Common collocations: 'a pair of pliers', 'needle-nose pliers', 'cutting pliers'. Used mainly for gripping or cutting; not for hammering or screwing.
Spanish: alicatesPortuguese (BR): alicatePortuguese (PT): alicateChinese (Simplified): 钳子Chinese (Traditional): 鉗子Hindi: प्लायरArabic: كماشةBengali: প্লায়ার্স - চিমটা (যন্ত্র)Russian: плоскогубцыJapanese: ペンチVietnamese: kìmKorean: 플라이어 - 집게Turkish: kerpeten - penseUrdu: پلایئرز - چمٹا (آلہ)Indonesian: tang
Example Sentences
He fixed the wire using pliers.
basic
Please hand me the pliers.
basic
The toolbox has a pair of pliers inside.
basic
Make sure to use pliers if the screw is too tight.
natural
I can't get this ring off—do you have pliers?
natural
Those tiny pliers are perfect for jewelry making.
natural