Definition of Farm
Quick Meaning of Farm
Land where farmers grow food and keep animals.
Detailed Definition of Farm
A piece of land used for growing crops and raising animals.
How to Pronounce Farm
Stress pattern: O (1-syllable word).
Tip: Rhymes with 'arm' and 'harm'. The vowel is a long 'ah' sound /ɑː/, same as in 'far'.
Watch out: Short 'a' sound like in 'cat'; use the long 'ah' /ɑː/ instead, rhyming with 'car'.
How to Use Farm in a Sentence
Each example shows “farm” with a CEFR level so learners can pick examples that match their fluency.
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“My grandparents own a farm with cows and chickens.”
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“The farm produces wheat and corn.”
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“She works on a farm during the summer.”
Synonyms and Antonyms of Farm
Common Synonyms for Farm
Smart Synonyms for Farm — When to Use Each
- plantation
- for large-scale agricultural operations focused on specific crops
- ranch
- when emphasizing livestock raising over crop production
Common Collocations with Farm
These phrases pair with “farm” in everyday English:
- farm animals
- dairy farm
- chicken farm
- work on a farm
- own a farm
Common Mistakes When Using Farm
Even fluent speakers slip up with “farm”. Here’s how to avoid the most common errors:
- ✗ Wrong: He farms on the farm every day.
- ✓ Correct: He works on the farm every day.
- Why: 'Farm' as a verb means to cultivate crops, not to be on a farm. Use 'work on' or 'operate' for general farm labor.
- ✗ Wrong: The farm is very big with many animal.
- ✓ Correct: The farm is very big with many animals.
- Why: 'Animal' is countable; use plural 'animals' when referring to more than one.
Other Forms of Farm
Frequently Asked Questions About Farm
What is the meaning of "Farm"?
Land where farmers grow food and keep animals.
How do you pronounce "Farm"?
The IPA is /fɑːrm/. Rhymes with 'arm' and 'harm'. The vowel is a long 'ah' sound /ɑː/, same as in 'far'.
What part of speech is "Farm"?
"Farm" is a noun at A1 level (Common European Framework).
What are synonyms for "Farm"?
Common synonyms include plantation, homestead, ranch.
How do you use "Farm" in a sentence?
For example: "My grandparents own a farm with cows and chickens."