English Word · Beginner
milestone
An important event in a person's life or career, in the history of a nation, in the life of some project, etc
Pronunciation: /ˈmaɪlˌstoʊn/
Meaning
An important event or stage in the development of something.
Example
The completion of the new bridge was a major milestone for the city.
The completion of the new bridge was a major milestone for the city.
Practice tips
- Practice milestone 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 beginner-level learners.