Basic Details
Word: Pair
Part of Speech: Noun / Verb
Meaning: A set of two things that are similar or used together; to join or match two items or people.
Synonyms: Couple, duo, set
Antonyms: Single, individual
Idioms and Phrases
- Perfect pair: A highly compatible or well-matched couple. Example: "John and Sarah are a perfect pair; they always finish each other's sentences."
- Pair off: To match items or people together in twos. Example: "During the game, the teacher asked everyone to pair off with a partner."
Usage Examples
Example 1: I bought a new pair of shoes for the school dance.
Example 2: The two friends decided to pair up for the science project.
Example 3: Each student will need to find a pair to work with during the class activity.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the concept of a "pair" goes back to the Latin word "paria," which means "things that are equal"? This is why we often use the term in contexts where items are matched or balanced.
Famous Quote
"A pair of shoes can change your life." - Author Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "pair" mean?
a) A single object
b) A collection of many things
c) A set of two things
d) A type of musical note
Answer: c) A set of two things
2. Which of these is a synonym of "pair"?
a) Group
b) Couple
c) Collection
d) Fleet
Answer: b) Couple
3. Which word is an antonym of "pair"?
a) Double
b) Set
c) Single
d) Twosome
Answer: c) Single
4. Which sentence uses "pair" correctly?
a) She decided to pair the dance steps perfectly.
b) He found a good pair of apples at the market.
c) They pair for the race very fast.
d) I will pair the picture on the wall.
Answer: a) She decided to pair the dance steps perfectly.
5. Which idiom means to match items or people together?
a) Perfect pair
b) Pair off
c) A pair of shoes
d) As thick as thieves
Answer: b) Pair off
