Definition of Land
Quick Meaning of Land
The ground or soil that is not covered by water, or an area of property.
Detailed Definition of Land
The solid part of the Earth's surface not covered by water; ground or earth.
How to Pronounce Land
Stress pattern: O (1-syllable word).
Tip: One syllable: LAND. Short /æ/ vowel like 'cat'. Final /nd/ consonant blend.
Watch out: Some extend vowel to /loːnd/; should be short /ænd/ like 'hand'.
Origin and Etymology of Land
From Old English 'land' or 'lond', Germanic origin; related to Dutch 'land' and German 'Land'.
How to Use Land in a Sentence
Each example shows “land” with a CEFR level so learners can pick examples that match their fluency.
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“We walked across the green land toward the village.”
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“The farmer owned a large piece of land.”
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“Native peoples inhabited this land for thousands of years.”
Synonyms and Antonyms of Land
Common Synonyms for Land
Smart Synonyms for Land — When to Use Each
- earth
- for the soil or ground material itself
- property
- when emphasizing ownership of a specific plot
- ground
- for the surface you stand or walk on
Antonyms of Land
Common Collocations with Land
These phrases pair with “land” in everyday English:
- dry land
- promised land
- foreign land
- piece of land
- land owner
Common Mistakes When Using Land
Even fluent speakers slip up with “land”. Here’s how to avoid the most common errors:
- ✗ Wrong: The land are very green after the rain.
- ✓ Correct: The land is very green after the rain.
- Why: Land (singular, mass noun) takes singular verb 'is', not plural 'are'.
- ✗ Wrong: They own many land in the countryside.
- ✓ Correct: They own much land in the countryside.
- Why: Use 'much' with uncountable 'land', not 'many'. Or say 'many plots of land'.
Other Forms of Land
Frequently Asked Questions About Land
What is the meaning of "Land"?
The ground or soil that is not covered by water, or an area of property.
How do you pronounce "Land"?
The IPA is /lænd/. One syllable: LAND. Short /æ/ vowel like 'cat'. Final /nd/ consonant blend.
What part of speech is "Land"?
"Land" is a noun at A1 level (Common European Framework).
What are synonyms for "Land"?
Common synonyms include earth, ground, soil.
How do you use "Land" in a sentence?
For example: "We walked across the green land toward the village."