Definition of Dream
Quick Meaning of Dream
Pictures and stories that happen in your mind when you are sleeping
Detailed Definition of Dream
A sequence of images, sounds, and sensations occurring during sleep
How to Pronounce Dream
Stress pattern: O (1-syllable word).
Tip: One syllable: /driːm/. Long 'ee' sound like in 'tree', 'green', 'sleep'. The final 'm' is soft and voiced.
Origin and Etymology of Dream
Old English 'dream' originally meant joy or music; sense of 'sleep vision' emerged in Middle English.
How to Use Dream in a Sentence
Each example shows “dream” with a CEFR level so learners can pick examples that match their fluency.
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“Last night I had a strange dream about flying over the ocean.”
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“She woke up and tried to remember her dream.”
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“His recurring dream made him afraid to fall asleep.”
Synonyms and Antonyms of Dream
Common Synonyms for Dream
Smart Synonyms for Dream — When to Use Each
- vision
- for supernatural or prophetic dreams in literary or
- fantasy
- for imagined scenarios or wishful thinking while awake
Common Collocations with Dream
These phrases pair with “dream” in everyday English:
- have a dream
- bad dream
- vivid dream
- dream about
- sweet dreams
Common Mistakes When Using Dream
Even fluent speakers slip up with “dream”. Here’s how to avoid the most common errors:
- ✗ Wrong: I dreamed a very scary dream last night.
- ✓ Correct: I had a very scary dream last night.
- Why: Use 'have' + 'dream' in common speech, not 'dream a dream'.
- ✗ Wrong: She dreams at night about her vacation.
- ✓ Correct: She dreams about her vacation at night.
- Why: Adverbial phrases of time ('at night') typically come at the end of the sentence for this word.
Other Forms of Dream
Frequently Asked Questions About Dream
What is the meaning of "Dream"?
Pictures and stories that happen in your mind when you are sleeping
How do you pronounce "Dream"?
The IPA is /driːm/. One syllable: /driːm/. Long 'ee' sound like in 'tree', 'green', 'sleep'. The final 'm' is soft and voiced.
What part of speech is "Dream"?
"Dream" is a noun at A1 level (Common European Framework).
What are synonyms for "Dream"?
Common synonyms include vision, reverie, fantasy.
How do you use "Dream" in a sentence?
For example: "Last night I had a strange dream about flying over the ocean."