neighbor
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈneɪbər/
KK: /ˈneɪbər/
adjective
Definition
Referring to something that is located close to or next to something else.
Example
The neighbor house is painted blue.
Conversation
Have you talked to our neighbor about the fence yet?
Not yet, but I think we should ask her opinion first.
Yeah, I want to make sure it looks good for the neighbor too.
Definitely! It's nice to keep good relations with those living close by.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
adjacent
nearby
proximate
Antonyms
distant
remote
faraway
intransitive verb
Definition
To live or be located near someone or something.
Example
They neighbor each other in the same apartment building.
Tense Forms
Past: neighboring
Past Participle: neighboring
Conversation
Have you met our new neighbor yet?
Not yet! I heard they moved in last week.
I think they neighbor right next to us, actually.
noun
Definition
A person who lives close to you or next to your home.
Example
My neighbor helped me fix my fence.
Conversation
Have you met our new neighbor?
No, I haven't yet. What's he like?
He's really friendly and has a cute dog.
transitive verb
Definition
To be situated next to or to share a boundary with something.
Example
The park neighbors my house, making it easy to visit.
Tense Forms
Past: neighboring
Past Participle: neighboring
Conversation
Did you know that my house neighbors yours now?
Really? I didn't realize that!
Yeah, it's kind of cool to have you so close.
Root Explanation
Neighbor → It originates from the Old English 'neahgebur', where 'neah' (meaning near) and 'gebur' (meaning dweller or farmer) combine. A neighbor is someone who dwells near you.
Memory Tip
Think of someone who lives 'near' ('neah') you — that's why a neighbor is someone who is close by.
Visually Confused Words
unneighborly
unneighbored
beneighbored