Diary
Noun
UK
/ˈdaɪə.ri/
US
/ˈdaɪr.i/
Level: Easy - A1 (Beginner)
Definition
A personal book for recording thoughts, feelings, or daily events.
Example
"She keeps a diary."
"She writes in her diary every night to remember her day and feelings."
"Anne Frank’s diary became famous because it showed her life during very difficult times."
Explanation
A diary is a personal book where someone writes daily experiences, thoughts, or feelings. People often use it to record memories, secrets, or plans. For example, someone might write in their diary about how their day went, what made them happy, or what worries them. Diaries can be private, like a teenager keeping a secret diary, or public, like famous people whose diaries are published as books. Today, diaries can also be digital, like journals on a phone or computer. A diary helps people reflect on life, remember important events, and express emotions.