Adjectives and prepositions 1
Definition: To be familiar with something because you do it regularly.
Example: I have lived in England for five years, so I am A______ cold and rainy weather.
accustomed to
Definition: To feel very surprised by something.
Example: We were A______ the news that our school had won the competition.
amazed by
Definition: To ask someone what is wrong or why they look upset.
Example: You look worried. W______ (3 words)
What's the matter?
Definition: To say that something depends on people's different views and beliefs.
Example: Some people love studying online, while others prefer traditional classes. It's a ______ (3 words).
matter of opinion
Definition: To be very interested in finding out more about something.
Example: My little brother is C______ space and wants to become an astronaut.
curious about
Definition: To feel unhappy because something was not as good as you expected.
Example: I was D______ my exam result because I had studied very hard.
disappointed with
To say that something will happen eventually; it just needs time. Example: Don't worry if you can't speak English fluently yet. It's only a M______ (3 words)
a matter of time
Definition: Something that is extremely serious because someone's life is at risk.
Example: The doctors had to act immediately because it was a ______ (5 words).
matter of life and death
Definition: To have a lot of knowledge or skill in a particular activity or subject.
Example: My uncle is E______ repairing computers; everyone asks him for help.
experienced in
DEFINITION: To feel annoyed because something is difficult or you cannot do what you want.
Example: He was F______ the slow internet connection because he couldn't finish his homework.
frustrated by
Definition: To say that something is not funny or should be taken seriously.
Example: Bullying is N______ (3 words); it can seriously affect students.
no laughing matter
Definition: To introduce something that is definitely true, not just someone's opinion.
Example: A______ (5 words), the Earth travels around the Sun.
as a matter of fact
Definition: To feel unhappy because someone has something you would like to have.
Example: Tom is ______ his friend's new bike.
jealous of
Definition: To have a duty to do something or to take care of something.
Example: As class representative, Mia is R______ informing everyone about the meeting.
responsible for
Definition: To say that something happened despite a possible difference or obstacle. Example: N______ (2 words) how difficult the exam is, you should always do your best.
no matter
Definition: The idea that determination and mental strength can help you overcome physical difficulties.
Example: The athlete kept going despite the pain. It was a case of M______ (3 words).
mind over matter
Definition: To make a serious promise or give a lot of time and effort to something.
Example: She is C______ protecting the environment and takes part in clean-up projects.
committed to
Definition: To be liked by many people in a particular group.
Example: That singer is very P______ teenagers because of her catchy songs.
popular with
Definition: To say that a situation has become even worse.
Example: I missed the bus and, T______ (4 words), I realised I had left my wallet at home.
to make matters worse
Definition: To say that something is true or what really happened.
Example: He says he didn't take the money, but we still don't know the T______ (4 words)
the truth of the matter