meaning

UK
/ˈmiːnɪŋ/
US
/ˈminɪŋ/

Translations

meaningnoun
meanings
pl
The meaning of the word can change depending on the context.
Значение слова может меняться в зависимости от контекста.
He is searching for the meaning of life.
Он ищет смысл жизни.
meaninggerund / present participle
UK
/ˈmiːnɪŋ/
US
/ˈminɪŋ/
Rare, chiefly literary use of the present participle of 'mean' functioning adjectivally (e.g., 'a meaning look').
The research had a meaning impact on the field.
Исследование оказало значимый вклад в эту область.
The meaning difference between the two texts was subtle.
Смысловая разница между двумя текстами была тонкой.
meanverb

meaning

Gerund

meant
Past Simple
meant
Past Participle
meaning
Gerund
UK
/miːn/
US
/min/
What does this word mean?
Что означает это слово?
иметь в виду
I didn't mean to hurt your feelings.
Я не имел в виду обидеть тебя.
I mean to finish this project by tomorrow.
Я намереваюсь закончить этот проект к завтрашнему дню.
Additional translations

Definitions

meaningnoun
The idea that is represented by a word, phrase, or text.
The meaning of the poem was not immediately clear to the students.
The purpose or significance of something.
He spent years searching for the meaning of life.
Importance or value; the quality of being significant or worthwhile.
Small gestures can give profound meaning to our lives.
meaninggerund / present participle
Conveying or suggestive of an intention, significance, or hidden message.
He shot her a meaning look that only she could understand.
meanverb
To intend to convey or refer to a particular thing or idea.
When I said 'I'll be there soon,' I meant within the hour.
To have a particular significance or importance.
Winning this award means a lot to her.
To have as a consequence or result.
Missing the bus means you'll be late for work.
To intend or design for a particular purpose or recipient.
This gift is meant for you.