Definition of Pool
Quick Meaning of Pool
A place to swim with water. Can also mean people or things collected together for sharing.
Detailed Definition of Pool
A body of water, especially an artificial one for swimming; or a shared collection of resources.
How to Pronounce Pool
Stress pattern: O (1-syllable word).
Tip: One syllable: /puːl/. The 'oo' sound is long, like in 'moon'. Do not add a second syllable.
Watch out: Learners sometimes mispronounce as 'pu-ul' (two syllables) instead of 'pool' (one long syllable).
Origin and Etymology of Pool
From Old English 'pol' (pond), related to Old German 'pfuhl'.
How to Use Pool in a Sentence
Each example shows “pool” with a CEFR level so learners can pick examples that match their fluency.
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“I swim in the pool every morning.”
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“The children played in the swimming pool.”
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“The company has a pool of talented engineers to work on the project.”
Synonyms and Antonyms of Pool
Common Synonyms for Pool
Smart Synonyms for Pool — When to Use Each
- pond
- natural body, smaller and less maintained
- reservoir
- large collection for storage and irrigation
- collection
- when pool means shared people or resources
Common Collocations with Pool
These phrases pair with “pool” in everyday English:
- swimming pool
- pool party
- pool of water
- pool of resources
- dive in pool
Common Mistakes When Using Pool
Even fluent speakers slip up with “pool”. Here’s how to avoid the most common errors:
- ✗ Wrong: Let's go to the swim pool.
- ✓ Correct: Let's go to the swimming pool.
- Why: The standard collocation is 'swimming pool' (gerund), not 'swim pool'.
- ✗ Wrong: Let's pool our resources together.
- ✓ Correct: Let's pool our resources. OR Let's combine our resources.
- Why: The verb 'pool' already means to combine, so 'together' is redundant.
Other Forms of Pool
Frequently Asked Questions About Pool
What is the meaning of "Pool"?
A place to swim with water. Can also mean people or things collected together for sharing.
How do you pronounce "Pool"?
The IPA is /puːl/. One syllable: /puːl/. The 'oo' sound is long, like in 'moon'. Do not add a second syllable.
What part of speech is "Pool"?
"Pool" is a noun at A1 level (Common European Framework).
What are synonyms for "Pool"?
Common synonyms include pond, water, reservoir.
How do you use "Pool" in a sentence?
For example: "I swim in the pool every morning."