Definition of Hair
Quick Meaning of Hair
The thin strands that grow from your head and body.
Detailed Definition of Hair
Fine strands growing from the skin, especially on the head
How to Pronounce Hair
Stress pattern: O (1-syllable word).
Tip: Rhymes with 'care', 'where', and 'share'. The 'h' is always pronounced.
Watch out: Learners may drop the initial 'h' sound or confuse it with 'here' or 'ear'.
Origin and Etymology of Hair
From Old English hær, related to German Haar
How to Use Hair in a Sentence
Each example shows “hair” with a CEFR level so learners can pick examples that match their fluency.
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“She has long black hair.”
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“He got a haircut and his hair is much shorter now.”
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“Regular exercise and proper nutrition support healthy hair growth.”
Synonyms and Antonyms of Hair
Common Synonyms for Hair
Smart Synonyms for Hair — When to Use Each
- locks
- in poetic or literary language when describing long
- strands
- in scientific or technical contexts discussing individual hair
Common Collocations with Hair
These phrases pair with “hair” in everyday English:
- long hair
- short hair
- blonde hair
- hair loss
Common Mistakes When Using Hair
Even fluent speakers slip up with “hair”. Here’s how to avoid the most common errors:
- ✗ Wrong: I have a lot of hairs on my head.
- ✓ Correct: I have a lot of hair on my head.
- Why: Hair is uncountable; use 'hair' not 'hairs' when speaking generally about the whole mass
- ✗ Wrong: Her hairs is very beautiful.
- ✓ Correct: Her hair is very beautiful.
- Why: Hair takes singular verb 'is', not plural 'are'
Other Forms of Hair
Frequently Asked Questions About Hair
What is the meaning of "Hair"?
The thin strands that grow from your head and body.
How do you pronounce "Hair"?
The IPA is /hɛr/. Rhymes with 'care', 'where', and 'share'. The 'h' is always pronounced.
What part of speech is "Hair"?
"Hair" is a noun at A1 level (Common European Framework).
What are synonyms for "Hair"?
Common synonyms include strand, lock, tress.
How do you use "Hair" in a sentence?
For example: "She has long black hair."