idea

/aɪˈdiːə/

nouni · de · a

An idea is like saying “I—DE—uh!” when a thought pops into your head.

Yes, it's idea. Say it slowly: /aɪ/ + /ˈdiː/ + /ə/ — the middle sounds like “DEE.”

Definitions

  1. nounA thought, plan, or suggestion about what to do.
  2. nounA general understanding or impression of something.

Examples

  • Maya had a great idea for the science fair project.
  • I like your idea, but we should check the rules first.
  • I have no idea where I left my notebook.

Synonyms

thoughtplansuggestionconceptnotion

Antonyms

fact

Translations

ES ideaPT ideiaFR idée

Common misspellings

idiaideeaideyaideiaiddeaideahideaahide-a

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