halloween
Pronunciation
Noun
A1 Beginner
Quick answer
A holiday on October 31st when children dress up in costumes and go door to door asking for sweets.
Usage notes
As a proper noun, "Halloween" is always capitalized.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "She dressed up as a witch for _____ this year."
Answer: halloween
In your own words, what does "halloween" mean?
A holiday on October 31st when children dress up in costumes and go door to door asking for sweets.
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