Pronunciation: /bʊks/
noun a written or printed work consisting of pages glued or sewn together along one side and bound in covers.
A1 I like to read books.
A2 She borrowed some books from the library.
B1 Reading books helps improve vocabulary and comprehension.
B2 The bookstore had a wide selection of books on various topics.
C1 His extensive collection of rare books was the envy of many collectors.
C2 The author's latest book received critical acclaim and won several literary awards.
verb not applicable
A1 I like to books about animals.
A2 She books a flight to Paris for her vacation.
B1 He books a table at the restaurant for dinner.
B2 They books a hotel room for the conference.
C1 The company books a private jet for their executives.
C2 The celebrity books a luxury yacht for their holiday.
adjective not applicable
A1 I like to read books about animals.
A2 She bought some books on gardening to improve her skills.
B1 The library had a selection of books on history and culture.
B2 He was known for his extensive collection of rare books.
C1 The professor's books on philosophy are considered groundbreaking.
C2 Her latest book is being hailed as a masterpiece of modern literature.
adverb not applicable
A1 She reads books every night before bed.
A2 He studies English grammar books to improve his language skills.
B1 The students were instructed to bring their textbooks to class.
B2 The author signed copies of her latest book at the bookstore.
C1 The librarian organized the books on the shelves according to genre.
C2 The bibliophile's collection of rare books was the envy of all book lovers.
pronoun not applicable
A1 I like books. They are interesting.
A2 She borrowed some books from the library. She will return them next week.
B1 Books can be a great source of knowledge and entertainment.
B2 The books on the shelf caught my attention. I decided to buy a few.
C1 I have read so many books that I have lost count.
C2 Books have the power to transport you to different worlds and expand your horizons.
preposition not applicable
A1 I put my books on the table.
A2 She found her keys in between the books.
B1 The cat jumped over the books to get to the window.
B2 He hid the money inside one of the books on the shelf.
C1 The professor referenced several books during the lecture.
C2 The library has a vast collection of rare books.
conjunction not applicable
A1 I like to read books and watch movies in my free time.
A2 She enjoys reading books because they help her relax.
B1 Books can be a great source of knowledge and entertainment.
B2 I prefer reading books over watching TV shows.
C1 Books provide a wealth of information and can broaden one's perspective.
C2 In addition to novels, I also enjoy reading non-fiction books on various topics.
interjection not applicable
A1 Books! I love reading them.
A2 Do you have any good books to recommend?
B1 Books can take you on amazing adventures.
B2 I always carry a few books with me when I travel.
C1 Books have the power to change lives.
C2 Books are a never-ending source of knowledge and inspiration.
article not applicable
A1 I like to read books.
A2 She borrowed some books from the library.
B1 The bookstore had a wide selection of books.
B2 He spent hours browsing through the books at the bookstore.
C1 The rare books collection at the museum was impressive.
C2 Her extensive knowledge of classical literature was evident in her collection of rare books.
formal The library has a vast collection of books on various subjects.
informal I love browsing through books at the bookstore.
slang I scored some cool books at the thrift store.
figurative Books are the windows to the world, allowing us to explore new ideas and perspectives.
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