B2nouneducationarts
US/ˈmæs.tər/
UK/ˈmɑː.stə/
someone who is very skilled at something; with 's, a university degree you take after your first degree
In context
He is a master of Vietnamese traditional music.
She is doing a master's in business in Australia.
The old chef is a true master of street food.
Words that go with master
noun + noun
- master's degreeA master's degree takes two years.
- chess masterThe young chess master beat older players.
- kung fu masterThe film is about a kung fu master.
noun + preposition
- master ofHe is a master of disguise.
adjective + noun
- past masterShe is a past master at negotiating.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I have a master degree.Correct: I have a master's degree.