Basic Details
Word: Practise
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To do something repeatedly in order to improve skill or performance.
Synonyms: Rehearse, train, drill
Antonyms: Neglect, abandon
Idioms and Phrases
- Practice makes perfect: This means that the more you practise something, the better you will become at it. Example: "She kept singing every day, and her teacher said, 'Remember, practice makes perfect!'"
- Put into practice: To start doing something based on what you have learned. Example: "After reading the book on cooking, he was excited to put his new recipes into practice."
Usage Examples
Example 1: I need to practise my spelling words every day to get ready for the competition.
Example 2: The pianist practised for hours to ensure the performance would be flawless.
Example 3: To become a great athlete, one must practise regularly and stay dedicated.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "practise" (with an 's') is often used in British English as a verb, while "practice" (with a 'c') is used as a noun? For example, "I will practise my guitar" vs. "I have guitar practice tomorrow."
Famous Quote
"The only way to achieve the impossible is to believe it is possible and to practise until you succeed." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "practise" mean?
a) To stop doing something
b) To do something repeatedly to improve
c) To teach someone else
d) To forget something
Answer: b) To do something repeatedly to improve
2. Which of these is a synonym of "practise"?
a) Neglect
b) Rehearse
c) Ignore
d) Refuse
Answer: b) Rehearse
3. What is an antonym of "practise"?
a) Train
b) Drill
c) Abandon
d) Perfect
Answer: c) Abandon
4. Which sentence uses "practise" correctly?
a) I will practise my painting skills this afternoon.
b) She has a practise with her team after school.
c) They enjoy some practise at the park.
d) He will practise the competition's date.
Answer: a) I will practise my painting skills this afternoon.
5. Which idiom relates to "practise"?
a) Put into practice
b) Cold feet
c) Jump on the bandwagon
d) The ball is in your court
Answer: a) Put into practice
