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waterproof

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈwɔːtərpruːf/ · UK /ˈwɔːtəpruːf/

waterproof means: Keeping water from passing through or causing damage.

adjective

KEEPS WATER OUTB1

Keeping water from passing through or causing damage.

  • These boots are waterproof.
  • I need a waterproof bag for my phone.
  • Is your new watch waterproof?

Similar words: watertight

Common phrases: waterproof jacket, waterproof boots, waterproof bag, waterproof fabric

Questions about waterproof

What does waterproof mean?

Keeping water from passing through or causing damage.

What is waterproof in other languages?

Türkçe: su geçirmez · Español: impermeable · Français: imperméable · Deutsch: wasserdicht · Italiano: impermeabile · 日本語: 防水の

How do you pronounce waterproof?

In American English /ˈwɔːtərpruːf/; in British English /ˈwɔːtəpruːf/.

How do you use waterproof in a sentence?

These boots are waterproof. I need a waterproof bag for my phone.

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