Basic Details
Word: Beanie
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A small, close-fitting hat made of soft fabric, often worn in cold weather.
Synonyms: Hat, cap, toque
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Wear many hats: To have many roles or responsibilities. Example: "As a teacher, she has to wear many hats, from educator to counselor."
- Hat trick: Achieving three successes or accomplishments, especially in sports. Example: "He scored a hat trick during the last match, bringing his team to victory."
Usage Examples
Example 1: On chilly days, I love wearing my bright red beanie to keep my head warm.
Example 2: She knitted a beautiful striped beanie as a gift for her friends birthday.
Example 3: The child cuddled up in a blanket, wearing her favourite beanie with the pom-pom on top.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the beanie was originally called a "skull cap"? It has been a popular style of headwear since the early 20th century!
Famous Quote
"The greatest gift you can give someone is your time, your attention, your love, and your sincere care." - Joel Osteen
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "beanie" mean?
a) A type of shoe
b) A small hat
c) A piece of furniture
d) A kind of fruit
Answer: b) A small hat
2. Which of these is a synonym of "beanie"?
a) Scarf
b) Toque
c) Glove
d) Belt
Answer: b) Toque
3. Which sentence uses "beanie" correctly?
a) He wore his beanie to school on a cold day.
b) She baked a cake with a beanie on it.
c) The beanie flew away in the wind.
d) He painted the wall with a beanie.
Answer: a) He wore his beanie to school on a cold day.
4. Which idiom relates to wearing a beanie?
a) Hat trick
b) A penny for your thoughts
c) Break a leg
d) Once in a blue moon
Answer: a) Hat trick
5. What is the opposite of "beanie"?
a) N/A
b) Tie
c) Necklace
d) Sunglasses
Answer: a) N/A
