easy
Use a pencil so you can erase your answer.
What does Pencil mean?
a tool used to write or draw.
Dictionary definition
A writing tool with a graphite center used for writing or drawing.
Example sentences
Pencil in a sentence
medium
The pencil left a light mark on the paper.
hard
A sharp pencil helps make handwriting easier to read.
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Answer three quick questions about its meaning and related words.
Question 1 of 3
Practice 1
What does pencil mean?
Pencil means a tool used to write or draw.
Practice 2
Which sentence uses pencil correctly?
The correct sentence uses pencil in a way that matches its meaning.
Practice 3
Which word is closest in meaning to pencil?
Writing Tool is close in meaning to pencil.
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Pencil
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pen · suhl · strongest beat: pen
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WordPencil.
Partnoun.
MeaningPencil means a tool used to write or draw.
ExampleExample: Use a pencil so you can erase your answer.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- pen · suhl
- Strongest beat
- pen
- Ending
- suhl
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on pen.
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Synonyms
Words like Pencil
writing toolSimilar meaning.
graphite pencilSimilar meaning.
Antonyms
Opposite words
penOpposite or contrasting meaning.
blank pageOpposite or contrasting meaning.
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Word family
Pencil word family
Base word
pencil
noun
pencils
Plural form.
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Student support
Understand Pencil
Hint for students
a tool used to write or draw.
Common mix-up
Pencil is not the same as pen. Pencil means a tool used to write or draw.
Try it in class or at home
Read this model sentence: The pencil left a light mark on the paper. Clue words: left, light, mark. Underline clue words that show why pencil fits instead of pen. Now write one new sentence that shows pencil without using the word pencil. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show pencil?
Teacher prompt
Ask students to explain this model sentence: "The pencil left a light mark on the paper." Why does pencil fit better than pen?
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