Definition of Hunt
Quick Meaning of Hunt
To chase and capture an animal, or to search carefully for something.
Detailed Definition of Hunt
To search for and pursue animals for food or sport; to search for something or someone.
How to Pronounce Hunt
Stress pattern: O (1-syllable word).
Tip: Single syllable. 'u' sounds like the vowel in 'but'. 'nt' at end is clear.
Watch out: Learners sometimes add an extra syllable or mispronounce 'u' as in 'boot'. Keep it short and single-syllable: /hʌnt/.
Origin and Etymology of Hunt
From Old English huntian (to hunt, pursue), possibly from Proto-Germanic *huntōn.
How to Use Hunt in a Sentence
Each example shows “hunt” with a CEFR level so learners can pick examples that match their fluency.
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“My father hunts deer in the autumn every year.”
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“Police hunt for the missing suspect throughout the city.”
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“She hunted through her bag looking for her lost keys.”
Synonyms and Antonyms of Hunt
Common Synonyms for Hunt
Smart Synonyms for Hunt — When to Use Each
- chase
- emphasizes running after something in motion
- pursue
- formal term for determined effort to catch
- search
- looking for something generally
Common Collocations with Hunt
These phrases pair with “hunt” in everyday English:
- hunt for
- hunt down
- hunt animal/prey
- hunter and hunted
- go hunting
Common Mistakes When Using Hunt
Even fluent speakers slip up with “hunt”. Here’s how to avoid the most common errors:
- ✗ Wrong: They hunted the wolves in the mountain.
- ✓ Correct: They hunted wolves in the mountain.
- Why: Use bare noun for prey (hunt wolves) or 'hunt for' when the prey is specific or definite.
- ✗ Wrong: He is hunt a new job.
- ✓ Correct: He is hunting for a new job.
- Why: When 'hunt' is progressive, use 'hunting' as gerund. Present continuous requires the -ing form.
Other Forms of Hunt
Frequently Asked Questions About Hunt
What is the meaning of "Hunt"?
To chase and capture an animal, or to search carefully for something.
How do you pronounce "Hunt"?
The IPA is /hʌnt/. Single syllable. 'u' sounds like the vowel in 'but'. 'nt' at end is clear.
What part of speech is "Hunt"?
"Hunt" is a verb at A2 level (Common European Framework).
What are synonyms for "Hunt"?
Common synonyms include search, pursue, chase.
How do you use "Hunt" in a sentence?
For example: "My father hunts deer in the autumn every year."