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Use the proper tool for the job.
What does Proper mean?
right or suitable.
Dictionary definition
Correct, suitable, or following expected rules and manners.
Example sentences
Proper in a sentence
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A proper greeting can show respect.
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What does proper mean?
Proper means right or suitable.
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Which sentence uses proper correctly?
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Which word is closest in meaning to proper?
Correct is close in meaning to proper.
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prah · per · strongest beat: prah
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WordProper.
Partadjective.
MeaningProper means right or suitable.
ExampleExample: Use the proper tool for the job.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- prah · per
- Strongest beat
- prah
- Ending
- per
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on prah.
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Synonyms
Words like Proper
Antonyms
Opposite words
wrongOpposite or contrasting meaning.
improperOpposite or contrasting meaning.
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Word family
Proper word family
Base word
proper
adverb
properly
Adverb form.
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Hint for students
right or suitable.
Common mix-up
Proper is not the same as wrong. Proper means right or suitable.
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Read this model sentence: A proper greeting can show respect. Clue words: greeting, show, respect. Underline clue words that show why proper fits instead of wrong. Now write one new sentence that shows proper without using the word proper. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show proper?
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