English Definition & Meaning
english
- adjective
- of or relating to or characteristic of England or its culture or people; "English history"; "the English landed aristocracy"; "English literature"
- of or relating to the English language
- noun
- an Indo-European language belonging to the West Germanic branch; the official language of Britain and the United States and most of the commonwealth countries
- the people of England
- the discipline that studies the English language and literature
- (sports) the spin given to a ball by striking it on one side or releasing it with a sharp twist
"English" in song lyrics
See how english is used in real songs:
-
"I need some forty ounce mother uh! Old English"
Afroman — Tall Cans -
"His name is St. Ides and he spoke in Olde English"
A.L.T. and the Lost Civilization — Tequila -
"Cause I'll come like William Wallace and slaughter your English"
Annakin Slayd — Don't Even Know
Words that rhyme with english
Usage tips for "english"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "english" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for english to find words that pair well.
Use "english" in a verse
Now that you know what "english" means, try using it in your own lyrics:
Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does english mean?
- of or relating to or characteristic of England or its culture or people; "English history"; "the English landed aristocracy"; "English literature" of or relating to the English language an Indo-European language belonging to the West Germanic branch
- What part of speech is english?
- English is an adjective and a noun.
- How many definitions does english have?
- English has 6 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).