word — meaning in English: word

Definition

▶ word

A word is a single distinct meaningful element of speech or writing, typically consisting of one or more morphemes and functioning as a principal carrier of meaning.

A word is a single distinct meaningful element of speech or writing, typically consisting of one or more morphemes and functioning as a principal carrier of meaning.

▶ Each word in the sentence has a specific meaning.

Cada palabra en la oración tiene un significado específico.

▶ He searched for the right word to express his feelings.

Él buscó la palabra correcta para expresar sus sentimientos.

▶ The teacher asked us to write a word on the board.

El maestro nos pidió que escribiéramos una palabra en la pizarra.