Basic Details
Word: Pebbles
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: Small, round stones that are often found on beaches or beside rivers.
Synonyms: Stones, gravel, rocks
Antonyms: Boulders, mountains
Idioms and Phrases
- Like pebbles on a beach: Used to describe something that is abundant or numerous. Example: "There were toys spread everywhere, like pebbles on a beach."
- Skip a pebble: To let go of a minor worry or concern. Example: "Don't fret about that small mistake; just skip a pebble and move on."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The children played with the pebbles, building small towers in the sand.
Example 2: Walking along the river, I collected smooth pebbles to take home as souvenirs.
Example 3: The artist used colourful pebbles to create a beautiful mosaic on the garden path.
Fun Fact
Did you know that pebbles can vary in size from just a few millimetres to several centimetres in diameter? They are often shaped by the movement of water over time.
Famous Quote
"Little drops of water make the mighty ocean." — Julia Carney (This reflects how small pebbles can accumulate to create larger formations like rivers and lakes.)
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "pebbles" mean?
a) Large rocks
b) Small, round stones
c) Pieces of sand
d) A type of tree
Answer: b) Small, round stones
2. Which of these is a synonym of "pebbles"?
a) Boulders
b) Gravel
c) Mountains
d) Trees
Answer: b) Gravel
3. What is the opposite of "pebbles"?
a) Rocks
b) Boulders
c) Stones
d) Gravel
Answer: b) Boulders
4. Which sentence uses "pebbles" correctly?
a) The pebbles flew through the sky.
b) The pebbles created a beautiful sound as they rolled in the waves.
c) The pebbles danced at the party.
d) The pebbles were as tall as a building.
Answer: b) The pebbles created a beautiful sound as they rolled in the waves.
5. Which idiom refers to the abundance of pebbles?
a) Skip a pebble
b) Like pebbles on a beach
c) A bird in the hand
d) More than one way to skin a cat
Answer: b) Like pebbles on a beach
