Definition of Male
Quick Meaning of Male
Something that belongs to or describes men or boys, not women or girls.
Detailed Definition of Male
Relating to or characteristic of men or boys; the opposite of female.
How to Pronounce Male
How to Use Male in a Sentence
Each example shows “male” with a CEFR level so learners can pick examples that match their fluency.
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“Male lions are bigger than female lions.”
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“He plays on a male soccer team.”
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“The survey included both male and female participants.”
Synonyms and Antonyms of Male
Common Synonyms for Male
Smart Synonyms for Male — When to Use Each
- masculine
- for traits linked with men
- manly
- for qualities strong or brave
- boyish
- for young male characteristics
- men's
- for products made for men
Common Collocations with Male
These phrases pair with “male” in everyday English:
- male student
- male nurse
- male lion
- male perspective
- male population
Common Mistakes When Using Male
Even fluent speakers slip up with “male”. Here’s how to avoid the most common errors:
- ✗ Wrong: She received a mail from male.
- ✓ Correct: She received mail from a male friend.
- Why: Mail is uncountable; needs article before male
- ✗ Wrong: He works in male mail office.
- ✓ Correct: He works in a male-dominated mail office.
- Why: Need article and hyphenated adjective
Words Confused With Male
- Male vs Mail: Male (masculine) vs mail (postal-letters) Compare →
Frequently Asked Questions About Male
What is the meaning of "Male"?
Something that belongs to or describes men or boys, not women or girls.
How do you pronounce "Male"?
The IPA is /meɪl/. Stress correctly in /meɪl/.
What part of speech is "Male"?
"Male" is an adjective at A2 level (Common European Framework).
What are synonyms for "Male"?
Common synonyms include masculine, manly, boyish.
How do you use "Male" in a sentence?
For example: "Male lions are bigger than female lions."