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Vocabulary & Precision

Lose vs. Loose

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Lose and loose are two common words that look similar but have completely different meanings. Mixing them up is a very frequent mistake — even for advanced learners — so it’s important to know the difference.

Lose

Lose (with one “o”) is a verb. It means:

  • to stop having something
  • to be unable to find something
  • to fail to win
  • I always lose my keys.
  • They might lose the match tonight.
  • Don’t lose your passport!

Loose

Loose (with two “o”s) is an adjective. It means:

  • not tight
  • not firmly attached
  • free
  • My shoes are too loose.
  • The dog is loose — close the gate!
  • These pants feel loose after I lost weight.

💡 Astuce

  • Loose has extra “o’s” — like something with extra space (not tight).
  • Lose is shorter — like something you lost.

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