Definition of Feel
Quick Meaning of Feel
To perceive or experience a sensation through your body or emotions.
Detailed Definition of Feel
To experience an emotion or physical sensation.
How to Pronounce Feel
Stress pattern: O (1-syllable word).
Tip: The 'ee' sound is long like in 'tree'; don't shorten it to 'fill'.
Watch out: Pronounced as 'fil' instead of 'feel'; the vowel must be long /iː/.
Origin and Etymology of Feel
From Old English felan, related to Old Saxon folan (to perceive).
How to Use Feel in a Sentence
Each example shows “feel” with a CEFR level so learners can pick examples that match their fluency.
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“I feel happy when I'm with my friends.”
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“She can feel the soft fabric in her hands.”
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“Many people feel anxious before exams.”
Synonyms and Antonyms of Feel
Common Synonyms for Feel
Smart Synonyms for Feel — When to Use Each
- sense
- when detecting physical sensations through touch or intuition
- experience
- when describing emotional or memorable encounters
Common Collocations with Feel
These phrases pair with “feel” in everyday English:
- feel tired
- feel sad
- feel the pain
- feel confident
- feel relieved
Common Mistakes When Using Feel
Even fluent speakers slip up with “feel”. Here’s how to avoid the most common errors:
- ✗ Wrong: I feel good yesterday.
- ✓ Correct: I felt good yesterday.
- Why: Use past tense 'felt' for past time; 'feel' is present only without helping verb.
- ✗ Wrong: She feels hardly the pain.
- ✓ Correct: She barely feels the pain.
- Why: Adverbs of degree (hardly, scarcely) come before 'feel', not after it.
Words Confused With Feel
Other Forms of Feel
Frequently Asked Questions About Feel
What is the meaning of "Feel"?
To perceive or experience a sensation through your body or emotions.
How do you pronounce "Feel"?
The IPA is /fiːl/. The 'ee' sound is long like in 'tree'; don't shorten it to 'fill'.
What part of speech is "Feel"?
"Feel" is a verb at A1 level (Common European Framework).
What are synonyms for "Feel"?
Common synonyms include sense, perceive, experience.
How do you use "Feel" in a sentence?
For example: "I feel happy when I'm with my friends."