Vocafy, efficient language learning Vocafy, efficient language learning
Loading
0 English - Monolingual Dictionary

Crash

kræʃ
Common
~ 4400
~ 4400, Common
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
To collide violently with something, typically causing damage or destruction, To suddenly fall asleep or lose consciousness, To fail suddenly or completely, To attend an event or party without being invited or without having a ticket

Crash - Meanings

To collide violently with something, typically causing damage or destruction

Example: The car crashed into the wall.
Usage: informalContext: everyday situations
Note: Commonly used to describe accidents involving vehicles or objects.

To suddenly fall asleep or lose consciousness

Example: After a long day at work, he crashed on the couch.
Usage: informalContext: casual conversations
Note: Often used to describe feeling extremely tired and needing rest.

To fail suddenly or completely

Example: The company's stock price crashed after the scandal.
Usage: formalContext: business or financial discussions
Note: Commonly used in contexts related to business, economics, or technology.

To attend an event or party without being invited or without having a ticket

Example: We crashed the wedding and had a great time.
Usage: informalContext: social gatherings
Note: Often used informally to describe sneaking into an event or party.

Crash's synonyms

collision

A collision refers to the impact of two or more objects hitting each other with force.
Example: The collision between the two cars caused a loud noise.
Note: While 'crash' can be used in various contexts, 'collision' specifically refers to two objects coming into contact with force.

accident

An accident is an unfortunate event that happens unexpectedly and unintentionally, often causing damage or injury.
Example: The accident on the highway resulted in a traffic jam.
Note: Unlike 'crash' which can imply intentional actions, 'accident' typically suggests an unintended event.

wreck

A wreck refers to the remains of something that has been severely damaged or destroyed.
Example: The wreck of the ship was discovered on the ocean floor.
Note: While 'crash' can refer to the act of colliding, 'wreck' specifically refers to the aftermath of a destructive event.

Crash expressions, common phrases

Crash and burn

To fail spectacularly or completely.
Example: His attempt to start a business quickly crashed and burned.
Note: This phrase emphasizes a sudden and total failure rather than just a regular crash.

Crash course

An intensive and short course of study or training.
Example: I need to take a crash course in Spanish before my trip to Mexico.
Note: While a crash typically refers to a sudden impact, a crash course is about a quick and focused learning experience.

Crash the party

To attend an event without being invited.
Example: They tried to crash the party, but security turned them away.
Note: In this context, crash means to intrude or enter without permission, rather than physically collide.

Crash on someone's couch

To stay temporarily at someone's home, typically without much notice or planning.
Example: I crashed on my friend's couch for a few nights after my apartment flooded.
Note: In this case, crash means to stay overnight informally, not to physically collide.

Crash diet

A strict and rapid weight loss regimen.
Example: She went on a crash diet before her high school reunion.
Note: A crash diet is an extreme and usually unhealthy way to lose weight quickly, not related to a physical collision.

Crash out

To fall asleep quickly and deeply, often due to exhaustion.
Example: After the long hike, we crashed out in our tents.
Note: Crash here means to abruptly and completely collapse into a state of sleep, not to collide.

Crash everyday (slang) expressions

Car crash

A collision involving vehicles that can result in damages or injuries.
Example: There was a bad car crash on the highway causing a traffic jam.
Note: Refers specifically to collisions involving cars.

Crash pad

A temporary place to stay, often used by travelers or people looking for housing.
Example: I rented a crash pad in the city while I look for a permanent place to live.
Note: Used informally for a temporary accommodation.

Crash

To stay overnight at a place, usually as a guest.
Example: I'm going to crash at my friend's place after the party.
Note: Informal term for sleeping at someone else's place.

Is a crash

Used to describe something as being really fun or exciting.
Example: The party is a crash, everyone is having a great time!
Note: Informal way to convey enjoyment or a lively atmosphere.

Crash - Examples

The car crash was caused by the driver's negligence.
The stock market crash of 1929 led to the Great Depression.
The plane crash resulted in the death of all passengers on board.

Crash grammar

Crash - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: crash
Conjugations
Adjective (Adjective): crash
Adverb (Adverb): crash
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): crashes, crash
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): crash
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): crashed
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): crashing
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): crashes
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): crash
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): crash
Syllabification and Stress
crash Contains 1 syllables: crash
Phonetic transcription: ˈkrash
crash , ˈkrash (The red syllable is stressed)

Crash - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
crash: ~ 4400 (Common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
Back