VS Flashcards

Question

sick vs ill

Answer 1

ill = short or long term diseases sick = to feel temporary bad for something (a child that stays at home instead of going to school - some stomach problems connected to what you've eaten etc.)

Answer 2

goodevening = when you arrive goodnight = when you leave

Answer 3

On the ground means 'not up in the air' on land means 'not at sea'

Answer 4

scontrino = receipt (risit) ricetta (food) = recipe (resipi)

Answer 5

1. Fix We usually use “fix” to focus on the general problem. It means we want something to go back to how it was before. We also use it to talk about relationships between people. 2. Repair When a machine or technological device doesn’t work, it’s usually because one part of it is broken. This is when we use “repair” 3. Mend Remember that this one is a little old-fashioned and we don’t use it so much anymore. We usually use “mend” when we want to describe something easier and quicker to fix. We don’t need a professional to mend something. We can also use it to describe relationships, but only in very formal (often political) situations, with the phrase “mend relations with”

Answer 6

Everyone means all of the group. Anyone means all or any part of the group. Does everyone (all of the group) want ice cream? If the answer is yes, then all of the people want ice cream. If the answer is no, then some, or maybe all, want something different. Does anyone (all or any part of the group) want ice cream? If the answer is yes, then at least one person wants ice cream. If the answer is no, nobody wants ice cream

Answer 7

speak: a) One-way communication She spoke for 30 minutes b) Language ability He can speak Spanish c) Emphasizing voice He spoke loudly d) Phone calls Can I speak to John, please? talk: a) Two-way, conversational They talked for hours. b) Emphasizing voice They talked quietly. (also okay) c) Phone calls Can I talk to John, please? (also common)

Answer 8

Look at a) When giving attention visually to something specific: When we look at something, we direct our eyes in its direction and pay attention to it (active action) a) When look has an object, it is followed by at: She looked at her phone and sighed. He looked me straight in the eye (with some expressions you can omit "at") b) Often used in commands or instructions: Come and look at this photo Carina sent me. see; a) Physical seeing: noticing something using our eyes (passive action) b) Understanding: Oh, I see what you mean. c) Meeting/visiting: I saw my cousin yesterday. We use see, not watch, when we talk about being at sports matches or public performances, such as films, theatre and dramas. However, we watch the television watch: a) Longer, focused attention — it’s about observation, not just seeing: Watch is similar to look at, but it usually means that we look at something for a period of time, especially something that is changing or moving: I like to sit at the window to watch what’s happening in the garden. b) TV, films, events, people, animals, activities: I love watching documentaries. c) Guarding or supervising: We watched the children play in the garden. d) Paying attention to behaviour: Watch your tone when you speak to me. We watched whales jumping out of the water = Watch focuses on the process of seeing: we spent time looking at the whales. We saw whales jumping out of the water. = See focuses more on the finished event. It doesn’t suggest that we spent much time looking at the whales.

Answer 9

hear = ‘Hearing’ is an event; it is something which happens to us as a natural process Suddenly I heard a noise. Someone was in the garden. a) We don’t normally use hear in the continuous form. We often use hear with can: [on an internet phone call] I can hear you really clearly. listen (to) = ‘Listening’ is an action; it is something we do consciously. a) We use to after listen before an object: I listened very carefully to what she said and wrote it all down. b) We use listen without to if we do not mention the object, or if it is a discourse marker: Meena, listen! I don’t want you staying out late! Listen, I was wondering if you could help me. (discourse marker beginning a new topic or phase of a conversation) The music was beautiful. We just sat there and listened. both = Sometimes we can use either hear or listen to, depending on whether we want to emphasise the event or the action: Did you hear that interview with David Beckham on the radio yesterday? (emphasis on the event) Did you listen to that interview with David Beckham on the radio yesterday? (emphasis on the action)

Answer 10

https://www.arthitectural.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/bookshelf-vs-bookcase.jpg be going to = c'è solo l'intenzione maturata present continous = è gia stato programmato di fare qualcosa e si è già fatto qualcosa in quel senso (per esempio si è preso un appuntamento)

Answer 11

cushions = cushions are more for support (under your back on a sofa) or for decoration, such as on your armchair, chair or bed pillows = pillows are designed for sleeping. Pillows are designed to support your neck and keep your spine straight when you sleep. washbasin = Washbasins are used for washing hands and face sink = Sinks are used for cleaning the kitchen utensils

Answer 12

boat = The word boat is often used to refer to any watergoing vessel, regardless of its size or how it's powered ship = arge oceanfaring watercraft—those that use multiple sails or engines—are called ships. seashell = small one from the sea shell = bigger ones also from the ocean

Answer 13

sensitive: a) able to understand what people are feeling and behave in a way that does not upset them = sensibile I want a man who’s kind and sensitive. b) often upset by the things people say or do = sensibile/suscettibile She’s very sensitive about her weight. c) able to react very quickly and easily He has a very sensitive nose. d) A sensitive subject or situation needs to be dealt with carefully in order to avoid upsetting people = delicato Religion is a sensitive issue. sensible: a) showing the ability to make good decisions and do things that will not make problems = sensato/ragionevole Wouldn’t it be more sensible to leave before the traffic gets bad? b) wise; having or showing good judgement = assennato/ragionevole She’s a sensible, reliable person c) (of clothes etc) practical rather than attractive or fashionable = pratico She wears flat, sensible shoes.

Answer 14

a) fall down = To drop to a lower position due to gravity, usually unintentionally (especially vertically). Common usage: People or things collapsing or dropping from an upright position. Examples: He slipped on the stairs and fell down. The old building fell down after the storm. b) fall out: 1) To drop out from inside something (especially when something is not secured) The coins fell out of my pocket. 2) To have a disagreement or argument that damages a relationship (This is a very common usage in British English.) They fell out over money and haven’t spoken since. I fell out with my best friend last week. ! --> We say "fall out of a tree" (not "fall down of a tree") because of the prepositional meaning of "out of" — and the implied idea that someone or something was inside or among the branches, then exited that space unintentionally by falling.

Answer 15

OTHER other = it means ‘additional or extra’, or ‘alternative’, or ‘different types of’. a) Other as a determiner = we can use other with singular uncountable nouns and with plural nouns: - The embassy website has general information about visas. Other travel information can be obtained by calling the freephone number. (additional or extra information) - Some music calms people; other music has the opposite effect. (different types of music) - This one’s too big. Do you have it in other sizes? (alternative sizes) a.1) we use other before a singular countable noun, we must use another determiner before it: - I don’t like the red one. I prefer the other colour. a.2) Other as a determiner does not have a plural form: - Mandy and Charlotte stayed behind. The other girls went home. b) Other as a pronoun = We can use other as a pronoun. As a pronoun, other has a plural form, others: - We have to solve this problem, more than any other, today. - I’ll attach two photos to this email and I’ll send OTHERS tomorrow. THE OTHER a) The other as a determiner = The other with a singular noun means the second of two things or people, or the opposite of a set of two: - This computer here is new. The other computer is about five years old. - Well, the gift shop is on the other side of the street, directly opposite. (the opposite side) a.1) The other with a plural noun means the remaining people or things in a group or set: Joel and Karen are here, but where are the other kids? (the remaining people in a group) Where are the other two dinner plates? I can only find four. (the remaining things in a set – here six plates) b) The other as a pronoun = We can use the other as a pronoun, especially to refer back to something which has been mentioned already in the sentence: He had his hat in one hand and a bunch of flowers in the other. ANOTHER: Another = When we use the indefinite article an before other, we write it as one word: another. Another means ‘one more’ or ‘an additional or extra’, or ‘an alternative or different’. a) Another as a determiner = We use another with singular nouns: - Would you like another cup of coffee? - I don’t like this place. Is there another café around here we could go to? (alternative or different) b) Another as a pronoun = We can use another as a pronoun: - The applications are examined by one committee, then passed on to another.

Answer 16

cloth (kloth) = material made from cotton, wool, etc., and used, for example, to make clothes or curtains = stoffa/tela/panno b) = a piece of material used for cleaning or drying things = straccio/strofinaccio fabric = fabric is the more general term for any material made from fibers = tessuto

Answer 17

clothing a) clothes, especially of a particular type = vestiario/abbigliamento outdoor clothing warm clothing cover (kav@) a) the outer part of a book, magazine, etc. that protects the pages = copertina b) something you put over something else, usually to protect it = copertura/fodera an ironing board cover

Answer 18

taste = This refers to the sensations experienced in the mouth, primarily through taste buds on the tongue = sapore/gusto smell (aroma (@r@um@) = This is the perception of volatile compounds through the olfactory receptors in the nasal cavity. Aroma is crucial for identifying many flavors and can evoke strong memories and emotions = odore/aroma flavour = This is the overall sensory experience of food and drink, encompassing both taste and smell, as well as texture, temperature, and even visual appearance = sapore/gusto

Answer 19

sooner = Often used in choices or emphasis. Implies before expected or earlier than another option. Examples: I’d rather leave sooner than later. He finished the project sooner than I thought. earlier =Refers strictly to clock time or chronological order. Examples: The train arrived earlier than scheduled. She got up earlier than usual. ey difference Sooner = “before expected / preferred earlier in relation to another option.” (emphasis on expectation, preference, or speed) Earlier = “at an earlier time.” (emphasis on the actual time of day/order) 👉 Example where only one works: Call me earlier tomorrow (time of day — ✔ “earlier”, ✘ not “sooner”). The sooner we start, the better (preference/urgency — ✔ “sooner”, ✘ not “earlier”). BE prefers earlier for time, and sooner for idiomatic or choice/preference contexts.

Answer 20

mat = doormat (zerbino)/ yoga, gym: padded floor covering) materassino)/small carpet (tappetino) rug = tappeto (medio) carpet = carpeting attached to floor (moquette)/ large rug (tappeto grande)

Answer 21

@mang between: a) traditionally used when referring to two people or things. She sat between her parents. b) But it can also be used when the relationship is one-to-one, even if more than two parties are involved. The money was divided between the five players. (each player had an individual share) among: a) Used when talking about something that is part of a group, without emphasizing individual, one-to-one relationships. She was sitting among friends. b) Suggests being surrounded by or part of a collective. He was popular among his colleagues. Quick guide Use between when thinking of distinct, individual relationships. Use among when referring to being part of a collective or group. 👉 Example difference: The sweets were divided between the children. (each child gets a portion) There was laughter among the children. (shared atmosphere, not individual distribution)

Answer 22

Although Type: Subordinating conjunction (joins two clauses). Grammar: Must connect a full clause (subject + verb). ✅ “Although it was quiet, the evening was pleasant.” ✅ “The evening was pleasant, although it was quiet.” Albeit (oolbii.it) = formal = benché Type: Concessive conjunction (more like a fancy adverb). Grammar: Introduces a phrase, NOT a full clause. ✅ “The evening was pleasant, albeit quiet.” 👉 Think of “albeit” as meaning “although it is/was …” but used in a shorter, more formal way.

Answer 23

Anyway is the correct one

Answer 24

a) Countable (most common in British English) Refers to a specific trip or period of time away. Example: “I had a wonderful holiday in Spain.” ✅ “We went on three holidays last year.” ✅ b) Uncountable (less common, usually formal or abstract) Refers to time off work or general leisure time, not a specific trip. Example: “Holiday is important for your health.” ✅ (here it’s a general concept)

Answer 25

went out = Sudden stop, often unplanned (often because of a power failure, blackout, or the bulb burning out) - Neutral to formal, narrative During the storm, the light went out and we had to use candles. went off = Stopped working, sometimes intentional (ometimes due to an automatic switch, turning it off, or power cut.) - Casual, conversational The lights in the office went off at 6 pm. a) The light came back (Simple and neutral, for general statements) b) The lights came back on (Very common in everyday speech, especially when electricity returns, for devices or lights turning on again.) c) The electricity / power came back (More formal or technical; refers to the source of the light rather than the light itself)

Answer 26

cinema/film = BE movie theater/ movie = AE theater --> BE = theatre

Answer 27

a) Those clothes don’t suit me/ Those clothes don’t look good on me “Don’t suit me” → sottintende che non mi donano, non stanno bene con il mio stile o aspetto (quindi più estetico). “Don’t look good on me” → simile, ma un po’ più informale. b) Those clothes don’t fit me/ Those clothes aren’t my size. “Don’t fit me” → vuol dire che non mi entrano bene, magari troppo piccoli o grandi. “Aren’t my size” → più neutro, si riferisce direttamente alla taglia.

Answer 28

relationship = A connection or association between two or more people, organizations, or things. Often implies emotional, social, or functional links. - Commonly used for personal, social, or emotional contexts. She has a close relationship with her brother. The company values its relationship with clients. They are trying to improve international relationships. relation = A more formal or factual connection between people, things, or concepts. Often used in academic, legal, or formal contexts. - Can describe family ties or abstract connections; less emotional than “relationship.” He is a distant relation of mine. (family) The report examines the relation between income and education. (formal/abstract) They studied the relations between different political parties. (formal/political) Relationship → personal, emotional, social, dynamic connection. Relation → formal, factual, abstract, or family connection.

Answer 29

last = the final or most recent one in a sequence (depending on context). “Last” refers to something that came before now, and there might or might not be another after it — depends on context. That was the last bus of the night. latest = the most recent, newest, or up-to-date item in a series. the newest so far, not the final one. Have you read her latest novel?

Answer 30

vol@ntrli (adj) = Done of one’s own free will, without being forced, paid, or required. She voluntarily left her job Key idea: Emphasises absence of obligation or external pressure. willingly = Done gladly, with desire or enthusiasm. He willingly accepted the challenge. Key idea: Emphasises attitude — the person wants to do it.

Answer 31

block: a) A solid piece or section of something a block of wood / ice / flats b) An obstacle or barrier There’s a mental block when I try to speak French. c) A group of buildings or an area Our school is in the next block. d) (Verb) To stop or prevent something He tried to block the ball. bloc = A group of countries, parties, or organizations united for a common purpose. The European Bloc supported the new trade agreement. The voting bloc opposed the proposal.

Answer 32

minit: a) a period of time equal to 60 seconds b) a very short period of time I’ll be with you in a minute. mainjuut a) very small = minuto b) the notes taken at a meeting recording what was said = verbale, resoconto

Answer 33

a) merchant (m@@@tchnt)= A merchant is someone who buys and sells goods, especially in large quantities or internationally. It’s an older and more formal word, often used in business, historical, or trade contexts = commerciante/ mercante/ esercente Ex: In the 18th century, Liverpool was full of wealthy merchants trading with the colonies. She’s a wine merchant based in London. The company is an online merchant of electronics. b) retailer (riiteil@) = A retailer is a business or person that sells goods directly to consumers, usually in small quantities. Focuses on selling to the public (not to other businesses). Can be large or small (a supermarket or a corner shop). Ex: Major retailers like Tesco and Marks & Spencer dominate the market. The company supplies products to local retailers. c) wholesaler (h@ulseil@) = A wholesaler is a person or company that buys goods in large quantities from manufacturers or producers and then sells them to retailers, businesses, or other traders — not directly to the public. Ex: The company is one of the biggest food wholesalers in the UK. Local shops buy their stock from a wholesaler in Birmingham. d) A shopkeeper is a person who owns or runs a small shop. It’s a personal, everyday word — more traditional and small-scale than “retailer.” - Small, independent business, Direct contact with customers. Ex: The local shopkeeper knows all his customers by name. She worked as a shopkeeper in a village store.

Answer 34

fasten = To close or secure something using a button, zip, buckle, clasp, or hook — not by knotting. In BE, fasten often sounds a bit more formal or polite than “do up.” fasten your seatbelt fasten your coat / jacket (button or zip it) fasten the door / window (lock or close it securely) fasten a strap / clasp / buckle tie = To make something secure by using a knot or bow — usually with something flexible like string, rope, or fabric. tie your shoelaces tie your hair back tie a scarf / ribbon / rope tie up a parcel tie a boat to the dock

Answer 35

to tear = to pull or be pulled apart, or to pull pieces off --> te@ tear (n) = a hole in a piece of paper, cloth, or other material, where it has been torn --> te@ tear (n) = lacrima --> ti@

Answer 36

w@d/ w@dz a) For movement or direction → use -wards He looked upwards and stepped forwards. b) For adjectives or abstract ideas → use -ward An upward trend, an inward feeling. c) For “toward(s)” → always towards She walked towards him. d) Formality guide -wards = natural, conversational -ward = formal, written, or technical

Answer 37

a) person --> singular Refers to one individual human being. "She’s a very kind person" b) people --> The normal plural of person in modern English Means more than one human being, viewed collectively. "There were five people at the table.” “British people love talking about the weather.” c) persons --> This is an older or more formal plural of person. Still used in legal, official, or formal writing (and sometimes on signs). “Maximum 12 persons allowed in the lift.” (sign) “The policy applies to all persons entering the premises.” (legal) d) peoples --> plural of people (as in ethnic or national groups) Used when talking about different nations, ethnic groups, or cultural communities — plural of people as a group or nation. "The native peoples of Australia have lived there for thousands of years.” “There are many different peoples in Africa.” “UNESCO works to protect the heritage of all peoples.”

Answer 38

a) population — singular, general or collective - Refers to all the people (or animals) living in one place or group, seen as a whole = It can refer to: the people of a country or city, the members of a species in an area, or the total group being studied (in research). - It’s a collective noun, usually singular. “The population of London is about nine million.” “Japan has an ageing population.” “The bird population on the island is declining.” b) populations --> populations — plural, separate groups - Refers to two or more distinct populations (different countries, regions, or species). - Used when comparing or contrasting multiple groups. - “Populations” takes a plural verb: “The populations of India and China are the largest in the world.” “Scientists studied different populations of dolphins in the Pacific.”

Answer 39

a) Use past perfect only when you need to show one past action happened before another past action The past perfect gives background or earlier time in a past narrative. When I arrived, he had already left.” → (He left first, then I arrived.) In BE, we only use had + past participle when there’s a clear reason to show that one event was earlier than another. b) Don’t use past perfect if the time order is already clear or the actions are told in sequence If events are told in the order they happened, simple past is enough. Adding had sounds unnecessary or overly formal. Ben was learning to play the guitar, but he found it hard and gave up.” ❌ Less natural: “Ben was learning to play the guitar, but he had found it hard and gave up.” “I woke up, had breakfast, and went to work.” c) Don’t use past perfect for general background if there’s no later past reference The past perfect always needs a “later past” event for contrast. If everything happens in the same past time frame, use past simple. ✅ “We lived in London for ten years.” ❌ “We had lived in London for ten years.” (… before what?) → The past perfect sounds unfinished unless another later event follows, like: ✅ “We had lived in London for ten years before we moved to Manchester.” d) Don’t use past perfect with clear time markers that already show sequence If you have words like after, before, when, as soon as, they already show the time order — so in BE, the simple past is often preferred. ✅ “After he finished dinner, he went out.” ✅ “When she arrived, we started the meeting.” (Both perfectly fine with past simple — the order is clear.) Only use past perfect when you want to stress that something was already complete or give a more formal / narrative tone. “After he had finished dinner, he went out.” (emphasises completion)

Answer 40

a) use As a noun: use = the act of using something; practical application or purpose ✅ Examples: “The use of plastic should be reduced.” “This tool has many uses.” “It’s of no use now.” (= It’s not useful anymore.) 💡 Meaning: practical, everyday application or function. b) usage (noun only) usage = the way something is used, or the customary practice of using it — especially in language or technical contexts. ✅ Examples: “Modern English usage allows both ‘among’ and ‘amongst’.” “Water usage has increased due to the heatwave.” “This book explains correct word usage.” 💡 Meaning: manner, convention, or frequency of use — more abstract or formal than use.

Answer 41

to live (verb) = liv live (adj, adv) = laiv

Answer 42

cold = refers to a temperature that is low, often uncomfortably so. chilly = It’s often used to indicate that it’s somewhat cold but not unbearably so, and might even imply that it’s a bit uncomfortable but not extreme. It often describes the feeling of coldness rather than the actual temperature "It’s a bit chilly this morning, isn’t it?" "I need a jacket—it’s chilly in here."

Answer 43

- covered with = Specifies the material or object that is on top of something. I covered my car with a blanket My car is covered with snow - covered in = : Usually indicates something is smeared, soaked, or filled with the substance covered in water The floor was covered in dust. - covered = Often used as an adjective or past participle to indicate something is entirely or partially hidden or protected by something. Focus: The state of being covered, without specifying what covers it. The table is covered. He covered the pot with a lid. a) Cover can also refer to the size of something: e.g. The Amazon rainforest covers 40% of South America b) the distance you travel: e.g. We covered ten miles in one day

Answer 44

blonde (female)/ blond (= male/ mixed groups)

Answer 45

road: - Can be in the countryside or a city. - May or may not have buildings. - To travel between places. - Might not have a pavement (sidewalk). street: - Almost always in a town or city. - Usually lined with houses or shops. - To provide access to shops/homes. - Almost always has a pavement for pedestrians.

Answer 46

covered with = Specifies the material or object that is on top of something. I covered my car with a blanket My car is covered with snow covered in = : Usually indicates something is smeared, soaked, or filled with the substance covered in water The floor was covered in dust. covered = Often used as an adjective or past participle to indicate something is entirely or partially hidden or protected by something. Focus: The state of being covered, without specifying what covers it. The table is covered. He covered the pot with a lid. a) Cover can also refer to the size of something: e.g. The Amazon rainforest covers 40% of South America b) the distance you travel: e.g. We covered ten miles in one day

Answer 47

cold = refers to a temperature that is low, often uncomfortably so. chilly = It’s often used to indicate that it’s somewhat cold but not unbearably so, and might even imply that it’s a bit uncomfortable but not extreme. It often describes the feeling of coldness rather than the actual temperature “It’s a bit chilly this morning, isn’t it?” “I need a jacket—it’s chilly in here.”

Answer 48

fang = A fang is a long pointed tooth in mammals tusk = A tusk is a tooth which grows out from the mouth. Walruses, elephants and warthogs have tusks

Answer 49

pelt = Pelt is a term that encompasses both the skin of an animal and the fur, hair, or wool that is still attached to it. fur = Fur, in contrast, refers more specifically to the thick, soft hair that covers the bodies of certain animals, such as rabbits, foxes, and bears.

Answer 50

cook = we ‘cook’ a type of food, e.g. I’m cooking some beef make = we ‘make’ a dish, e.g. I’m making dessert.

Answer 51

roast = for dishes, for ex. roast beef roasted = adjective, for ex. the chicken is too roasted

Answer 52

fix = This is the most common and versatile word. It is informal and neutral. You can use it for almost anything—physical objects, abstract problems, or even preparing things. repair (ripe@) = This is more formal and technical. It usually implies that something is broken, damaged, or worn out and requires specific skills or tools to be restored. mend = This is a bit more old-fashioned or specific to certain materials. It is most commonly used for fabrics, clothes, and health. ex: Fabric/Clothes: “I need to mend the hole in my sock.” Health: “The doctor says the broken bone will mend in six weeks.” Abstract: It is often used for emotions or relationships in a “gentle” way (e.g., “Mending a broken heart”).

Answer 53

pitch = hard-surface sports (tennis, basketball etc.) court = soft-surface sports (football, rugby etc.) BUT golf = golf course

Answer 54

play = sports like football, ice hockey, tennis, golf and basketball (but not judo, karate etc) I play football go + ing = other sports + activities I go swimming/ I go rock climbing in the mountains do = activities and some sports like judo, karate, running etc. do + a lot of/ a bit of + -ing I did a bit of sailing I did a lot of running

Answer 55

café = A general place to eat or drink. Can serve coffee, tea, light meals, pastries, sometimes full meals coffee shop = More coffee-focused Emphasis on espresso drinks, takeaway cups, pastries Often associated with chains (Starbucks, Costa, Pret)

Answer 56

a) We use take to say how long we need to do something. It takes me half an hour to get to school. b) We use last to talk about how long something continues, from the beginning to the end. The course lasts for ten weeks. How long does the film last?

Answer 57

There is no plural ‘s’ after hundred, thousand, million and billion when they are part of a number. 2 hundred people When we are talking generally, they are plural, e.g. thousands of people, millions of insects

Answer 58

a) tall = Used mainly for people, animals, and natural vertical objects. He’s very tall for his age. A tall oak tree in the park. b) high = Used for precise vertical measurements, buildings, mountains, artificial structures, and abstract concepts. The Tower of London is 27 metres high. The mountain is really high. High standards / high expectations. c) buildings = For very tall buildings, British speakers often say “tall building” in everyday conversation, but “high building” is preferred in technical or measured contexts.

Answer 59

Large = general size or amount (can be height, area, quantity, volume) = grande/ ampio Wide = specific horizontal measurement (breadth or width) = largo/ ampio

Answer 60

tin = it usually has something we eat inside it can = it has something we drink

Answer 61

make: a) it can mean ‘to cause something to happen or cause a particular state’. I like Boris – he makes me laugh. b) it can also mean ‘to force someone to do something’. My parents made me do my homework when I was a child. do = We use doto describe a general action when we don’t know what it is, or there’s no noun. What shall we do this afternoon? Don’t just stand there, do something

Answer 62

go by = You can use it for all modes of transport. take = you take a/ the bus - train - plane - a taxi - the underground/ metro ride = you ride a bicycle/ bike/ motorbike/ horse drive = you drive a car - bus - train fly = you fly a plane or you fly on a plane Ex. How did you get to Istanbul? We flew there We flew to Istanbul

Answer 63

Measurements (Volume/Weight/Time/Money) = It’s uncountable. We see the total amount as one single “blob” or “block.” 2 kilos of bread is a lot of weight. Countable Items (Physical Objects) = You are counting individual, separate things. 2 loaves of bread are on the counter. (You can see two distinct objects).

Answer 64

check = look at it The passport officer checked my passport control = tell it what to do We use the mouse to control the computer (k@ntr@ul)

Answer 65

iv -ning from 5 to 9 pm = evening later = night

Answer 66

A) down/ up = These mainly describe direction or movement, not just position. Up → toward a higher place Down → toward a lower place She walked up the hill. The cat jumped down from the table. B) above/ below = These describe relative position, usually not touching. Above → at a higher level than something Below → at a lower level than something The temperature is below zero. The painting hangs above the sofa. C) under = These describe being covered or directly lower than something. The cat is under the table. Underneath/ beneath = Same meaning as under, but emphasizes directly below or hidden. The treasure was buried beneath/ underneath the sand.

Answer 67

AT = Location in general or referring to a building as a point of reference. We usually use it when we ay where an event takes place (a concert/a party/a meeting etc.) We went to a concert at the Nationa Concert Hall There was a robbery at the supermarket a) We say AT somebody's house/somebody's shop/type of shop (the hairdresser's) I was at Helen's house/Helen's last night (= da Helen - The ’s after Helen implies Helen's home, shop, or another place belonging to her, depending on context) Judy is at the hairdresser's (= dal parrucchiere - The ’s at the end of a shop type (butcher’s, baker’s, grocer’s, etc.) implies the shop belonging to that person or trade (= profession) IN = inside the building. We use it when we are thinking about the building/enclosed space itself: It's always cold in Helen's house. All the rooms in the hotel have air conditioning The same rules apply to the station/the airport/the metro station

Answer 68

Up / Down = Use: movement vertically, toward a higher or lower point. Climb up the stairs Go down the hill over/ under = Use: movement across or above/below an object, not just height. Jump over the fence Swim under the bridge

Answer 69

THROUGH a) from one side to the other inside something = It describes movement within something. The train went through the tunnel. b) during a period until the end He worked through the night (= per tutta la notte) THROUGHOUT a) in every part of something = It describes distribution everywhere inside a place or time period, NOT movement (everywhere/ the whole time) People celebrated throughout the city. → La gente ha festeggiato in tutta la città. The same theme appears throughout the book. → Lo stesso tema appare in tutto il libro. It rained throughout the day. → Ha piovuto per tutto il giorno.

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. To → shows direction, movement, or the receiver Used when something goes toward someone or something, or when someone receives something. Examples I gave the book to Maria. He sent an email to his boss. We are going to the store. . For → shows purpose, benefit, or reason Used when something is intended to help or benefit someone, or to explain why something is done. Examples I bought a gift for Maria. This medicine is for headaches. He did it for his family. ✅ Simple rule: To = direction / giving For = purpose / benefit

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1️⃣ On the corner (of the street) Used for buildings, shops, or places at the intersection of two streets. Example: The café is on the corner of the street. 2️⃣ In the corner Used for something inside a space, like a room. Example: The chair is in the corner of the room. He is standing in the corner.

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Attain (@tein) = it refers to achieving abstract goals, status, or levels of development, often through significant effort or over time (e.g., attain success). Obtain (@btein) = it means acquiring, receiving, or taking possession of tangible objects or specific information, often through effort or transaction (e.g., obtain a passport).

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Foggy = thick → hard to see Misty = light → easy to see

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Arab = a person or adjective referred to people and identity She is an Arab woman This is the Arab world Arabic = the language or adjective referred to things He speaks Arabic That’s Arabic music.

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