messages - Master This Word
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messages Word Meanings
- a communication sent from one person to another
- a significant point or idea conveyed
- an announcement or notification
messages Example Sentences
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messages Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/ˈmɛs.ɪdʒ/
US
/ˈmɛs.ɪdʒ/
messages Word Etymology
From Middle French 'message', from Latin 'missaticum', meaning 'something sent'. Imagine a messenger delivering a scroll, unrolling it to reveal important news.
Note 1: These definitions and etymologies are not standard dictionary definitions, but extended explanations provided to help with memorization and understanding of the actual application of words. Through this background information, we strive to make words more vivid and easier to understand, and help you remember their meanings in real life.
Note 2: LexiTalk designs the learning flow around the linguistics principle of “Comprehensible Input.” When learners encounter material that is slightly above their level but still understandable from context, the brain naturally absorbs the language. That’s why we keep every word inside authentic contexts, using examples and associations to help you understand it and use it flexibly.
Read the FAQ explanation of Comprehensible InputEnglish Brain Route
I lean forward, pick up my phone, and push the send button, watching the screen brighten as the message begins to move. I keep my eye on the chat, adjust my grip, and feel a small turn in the moment as the words leave my head and settle into someone else’s screen. The effort changes my mood a little, a quiet shift from thought to shared meaning, and I sense how a line of text can hold a plan, a joke, or a sigh. By the time it lands on the other side, I realize I’ve set a small connection in motion, something I can keep checking and responding to.
Real Context
Message in English covers several related ideas. As a noun, it means a piece of information sent from one person to another, such as a text, email, voicemail, or memo. It can also refer to the central idea or point that someone is trying to convey, as in the main message of a speech or advertisement. As a verb, to message means to send a message to someone using a phone, app, or online system. The word travels across spoken and written forms, from ancient couriers to modern instant messaging. In everyday use, speakers choose precise phrases like 'text,' 'note,' 'announcement,' or 'main message' depending on the setting. This range invites careful choice in translation and collocation.
Usage Reminders
- Use 'message' for a discrete piece of information; use 'announcement' for public news.
- As a verb, 'to message' means to send a message via phone/app.
- 'Leave a message' and 'get the message' are common idioms.
- Choose 'main message' for the core idea, not just a general note.
- Differentiate between 'text message', 'voicemail', and 'email' as forms of a message.
Common Misconceptions
- A message is always electronic; not true—messages can be spoken or written on paper.
- A message and a letter are the same; not true—letters are usually longer and formal.
- To message only means texting; it also covers emails and app messages.
- The 'message' is always the main idea; sometimes it is just a simple reminder.
- You must always use 'message' instead of 'note' or 'announcement'; context matters.
Thinking Differences
Think of message as both content and the act of sending; English often separates the item (the message) from the act (to message). Learners may default to 'text' or 'note' too quickly and miss the broader meanings like 'main message' or 'announcement'.
Learning Tips
- memorize the noun vs the verb senses
- note common collocations: text message, voicemail, main message
- practice 'leave a message' and 'get the message'
- distinguish 'message' from 'notice' and 'announcement'
- compare 'message' with close terms like 'information' and 'communication'
- use authentic examples across contexts (work, school, social)
5-Step Learning Method - Learn English in English
Step 1: Meaning
What is the definition of the word 'messages'?
A.Signs or communications sent from one person to another
B.Silly jokes
C.The sound of a bell
D.A type of animal
Step 2: Usage
Choose the sentence that uses the word 'messages' correctly.
A.I have a collection of beautiful messages in my garden.
B.The sun sends messages when it shines.
C.He received several messages from his friends.
D.Messages are what you eat for breakfast.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which word is most similar to 'messages'?
A.Trees
B.Friends
C.Letters
D.Food
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is the opposite of 'messages'?
A.Silence
B.Sounds
C.Colors
D.Lights
Step 5: Mastery
Can you share a real-life context related to 'messages'?
A.In a text conversation, we exchange quick messages.
B.Sometimes, I play games with my friends.
C.I enjoy learning new languages.
D.I often think about how to share important ideas.
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