plural noun
Physical objects when their exact names are unknown, unimportant, or not said.
I put the things on the table.
What are those things in the box?
American English
How to pronounce things
nounA1Very common word
THIHNGZ
/θɪŋz/
One syllable.
Form of thing
Things is the plural of thing. It can refer to objects, belongings, activities, or general matters.
Physical objects when their exact names are unknown, unimportant, or not said.
Practice out loudMeanings & examples
plural noun
Matters, ideas, facts, or situations that are being discussed in a general way.
We need to talk about some important things.
These things affect many families.
plural noun
Objects that belong to a person, especially when they are considered together.
Please pack your things before you leave.
She left her things at the hotel.
plural noun
Activities, tasks, or events when their exact names are not given.
I have a few things to do this afternoon.
They did fun things on their trip.
Useful expressions
used to introduce the main problem or fact
The thing is, I don't have enough money.
one event caused another, often unexpectedly
One thing led to another, and we missed the train.
do what you want in your own way
At the party, everyone did their own thing.