pair

noun
UK: /peər/
US: /per/

  1. Two things that are similar and meant to be used together.

    1. I need a new pair of socks for my hiking trip this weekend. [ ] [ ]
    2. This antique shop has a beautiful pair of vases that I'd love to buy. [ ] [ ]

  2. A couple, especially romantic partners.

    1. They make a cute pair, always holding hands in public. [ ] [ ]
    2. The happy pair celebrated their anniversary with a romantic getaway to the coast. [ ] [ ]

  3. A single thing that is made of two parts joined or used together.

    1. She bought a pair of jeans at the store yesterday. [ ] [ ]
    2. He wore a comfortable pair of sneakers for his morning walk in the park. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

couple brace duo twosome
pair verb

  1. To put things together to form a matching set.

    1. Can you pair these socks after laundry day today? [ ] [ ]
    2. She tried to pair the patterned shirt with the neutral-colored pants. [ ] [ ]

  2. To be in a romantic relationship.

    1. The dating app algorithm helped pair them successfully last year. [ ] [ ]
    2. They decided to pair up for the dance competition, hoping to win the prize. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "pair" in English means: Two things that are similar and meant to be used together., A couple, especially romantic partners., A single thing that is made of two parts joined or used together..

The phonetic transcription of "pair" is /peər/ in British English and /per/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "pair": couple, brace, duo, twosome.

Example usage of "pair": "I need a new pair of socks for my hiking trip this weekend.". More examples on the page.