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What is the Meaning of “Pour”?

Pour
/pɔːr/
verb A1 Tier 2 (Top 3,000 words)

To let liquid flow out of a container.

Definition of Pour

Quick Meaning of Pour

To let liquid flow out of a container.

Detailed Definition of Pour

To flow or cause liquid to flow from a container in a steady stream.

How to Pronounce Pour

IPA: /pɔːr/

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How to Use Pour in a Sentence

Each example shows “pour” with a CEFR level so learners can pick examples that match their fluency.

  • “I pour milk into my coffee every morning.”
    A1 daily
  • “Please pour some water into my glass.”
    A1 conversation
  • “The rain poured heavily throughout the evening.”
    A2 written

Synonyms and Antonyms of Pour

Common Synonyms for Pour

Smart Synonyms for Pour — When to Use Each

flow
natural continuous movement of liquid
spill
accidental or careless pouring

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Common Collocations with Pour

These phrases pair with “pour” in everyday English:

  • pour water
  • pour coffee
  • pour milk
  • pour out
  • pour in

Common Mistakes When Using Pour

Even fluent speakers slip up with “pour”. Here’s how to avoid the most common errors:

✗ Wrong: Yesterday she pour water into the pot.
✓ Correct: Yesterday she poured water into the pot.
Why: Past tense requires -ed suffix: poured, not pour
✗ Wrong: She dont pour milk in the morning.
✓ Correct: She doesn't pour milk in the morning.
Why: Third person singular requires -s: pours, and does not contracts to doesn't

Frequently Asked Questions About Pour

What is the meaning of "Pour"?

To let liquid flow out of a container.

How do you pronounce "Pour"?

The IPA is /pɔːr/.

What part of speech is "Pour"?

"Pour" is a verb at A1 level (Common European Framework).

What are synonyms for "Pour"?

Common synonyms include flow, empty, discharge.

How do you use "Pour" in a sentence?

For example: "I pour milk into my coffee every morning."

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