B1verbsciencefood
US/kənˈteɪn/
UK/kənˈteɪn/
to have something inside, or to include something as a part
In context
Check the label: this drink contains a lot of sugar.
The box contained old photos of my grandparents.
The report contains several mistakes that need fixing.
Words that go with contain
verb + noun
- contain informationThis file contains personal information.
- contain sugarMost energy drinks contain sugar and caffeine.
- contain errorsThe first version contained several errors.
- contain vitaminsFresh fruit contains lots of vitamins.
- contain mistakesYour essay contains a few grammar mistakes.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
This bag is containing my laptop.Correct: This bag contains my laptop.