English Word · Intermediate
corner
To trap in a position of great difficulty or hopeless embarrassment
Pronunciation: /ˈkɔːnə(ɹ)/
Meaning
To force someone or something into a difficult situation from which they cannot escape.
Example
The cat had cornered a cricket between the sofa and the television stand.
The cat had cornered a cricket between the sofa and the television stand.
Practice tips
- Practice corner out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.