posted - Master This Word
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posted Word Meanings
- a piece of mail or a message sent
- a position of employment or duty
- to make something publicly known
posted Example Sentences
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posted Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/pəʊst/
US
/poʊst/
posted Word Etymology
post = after + position; Historical origin: Latin 'ponere' (to place) → Old French 'poste' → English. Memory image: Imagine a mailman placing letters in mailboxes, a position vital for communication, hence 'post' as a position and a way to communicate.
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 reach the mailbox, move the latch, and pull out a letter to feel its weight in my palm. A notice about a new post catches my eye, so I shift my focus, adjust my grip, and decide what to do. I hold the letter a beat longer, then place my plan in motion by posting a quick update online, keeping my fingers steady as the words take shape. From the quiet space of home, the act moves outward, and I sense the change as my message begins to travel.
Real Context
Post has three core senses in English: a piece of mail or a message sent; a position of employment or duty; and the verb sense 'to post' meaning to publish or announce something publicly. In daily use you can post a letter at the post office, apply for a post, or post an update online. Learners often confuse post with mail or email, or treat 'to post' as simply 'to put up' rather than 'to publish'. Brits say 'the post' for mail, Americans say 'the mail'. The noun 'post' for a job is fairly formal in writing, but common in conversation when discussing a position or posting online.
Usage Reminders
- - Remember the three senses: mail/letter, job/position, and publish/announce online.
- - Brits use 'the post' for mail; Americans usually say 'the mail'.
- - Use 'to post' for online updates, and 'posting' as a noun.
- - Reserve 'post' for formal job references or official notices; use 'mail' for physical letters in American English.
- - Don’t confuse post with poster (the person or a pamphlet) or postcard.
Common Misconceptions
- Post only means mail; it does not refer to a job or online publishing.
- Post and poster are the same word for all contexts.
- To post is simply to put something somewhere; it always means publish publicly.
- Job 'post' is always informal; in formal writing you should use 'position' or 'job' instead.
- Confuse 'post' with 'postage' or 'postman' and miss the sense of publishing or job posting.
Thinking Differences
In English, post spans mail, job, and publish meanings, with distinct collocations like post a letter, post a job, post a notice. Learners often assume post equals mail only or treat publishing as simple placement, missing online posting nuances. British usage centers on post for mail; Americans lean toward mail in many contexts, which can blur when talking about the same object across variants.
Learning Tips
- Memorize the three core senses first: mail, job, publish.
- Note collocations: post a letter, post a job, post on social media.
- Remember British English uses post for mail; American English often uses mail.
- When posting online, use post as verb and posting as noun.
- Avoid translating 'post' literally as 'put' without sense of publication.
- Practice by reading job ads, mailing guidelines, and social media posts to see post in different contexts.
5-Step Learning Method - Learn English in English
Step 1: Meaning
What is the meaning of 'posted'?
A.Sent to a location
B.All of the above
C.Put up for public display
D.Informed a group about it
Step 2: Usage
Which sentence uses the word 'posted' correctly?
A.The children posted their toys in the garage.
B.He posted the door closed behind him.
C.She posted a letter in the mailbox.
D.They posted a tree on the sidewalk.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which word is most similar to 'posted'?
A.Wrote
B.Sent
C.Ate
D.Danced
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is the opposite of 'posted'?
A.Closed
B.Taken
C.Removed
D.Hidden
Step 5: Mastery
Can you think of a real-life context where the word 'posted' applies?
A.She went to the store to buy groceries.
B.The announcement was made online for everyone to see.
C.He was excited about the new game release.
D.The package was sent to the wrong address.
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