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“thing” in English

thing
Illustration of "thing" in a English cultural setting
A person is tidying their living room, placing a book, a cup, and a pair of glasses back onto a shelf. Each item is a distinct object with its own purpose.

Usage note

Use 'thing' to talk about any object or item when you don't know or say its name.

Examples

  • This is my thing.

    This is my thing.

  • I need one thing.

    I need one thing.

  • That thing is big.

    That thing is big.

Quick check

What does "thing" mean?

  • A. thing
  • B. airplane
  • C. apple
  • D. bag

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