English Word · Intermediate
milepost
A roadside post that shows the distance in miles to nearby places
Pronunciation: /ˈmaɪlˌpoʊst/
Meaning
A roadside post that shows the distance in miles to nearby places.
Example
The milepost showed that the next town was five miles away.
The milepost showed that the next town was five miles away.
Practice tips
- Practice milepost 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.