Definition of "mistake"
Kid-friendly meaning of mistake, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.
What does "mistake" mean?
mistake (noun) — something you did wrong without meaning to.
Example sentences using "mistake"
Grade K–2
I made a big mistake.
Grade 3–5
It's okay to make a mistake as long as you try to learn from it.
Grade 6–8
Admitting a mistake the moment you notice it is almost always less painful than the long effort of hiding it.
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