Spell Bee Word: here

Basic Details

Word: Here

Part of Speech: Adverb

Meaning: In, at, or to this place or position.

Synonyms: At this place, in this location, nearby

Antonyms: There, away, elsewhere

Idioms and Phrases

1. Here and now: Refers to the present moment or current place. Example: "Let's focus on the here and now instead of worrying about the past."
2. Be here to stay: Refers to something that is likely to last or continue. Example: "Smartphones are here to stay in our daily lives."

Usage Examples

Example 1: Please come here and take a look at this painting.

Example 2: She has lived here for over ten years.

Example 3: Is anyone sitting here, or can I take this seat?

Fun Fact

The word "here" originates from Old English hr, which shares roots with similar words in German (hier) and Dutch (hier), all meaning at this place.

Famous Quote

"Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, but today is a gift. That's why it is called the present - so be here now." Bil Keane

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "here" mean?

a) In that place
b) In this place
c) Somewhere far
d) Never nearby

Answer: b) In this place

2. Which of these is a synonym of "here"?

a) There
b) Away
c) Nearby
d) Elsewhere

Answer: c) Nearby

3. Which is an antonym of "here"?

a) At this place
b) Over here
c) There
d) Present

Answer: c) There

4. Which sentence uses "here" correctly?

a) I am going here tomorrow.
b) She lived here before moving abroad.
c) They here played cricket.
d) He is here going soon.

Answer: b) She lived here before moving abroad.

5. What does the idiom "here and now" mean?

a) Somewhere far in the past
b) A place in the future
c) The current time and place
d) A forgotten place

Answer: c) The current time and place