Vocabulary
- non-count nouns: Nouns that cannot be counted and do not have a plural form.
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- for example: As an illustration or instance.
- such as: For example; like
- almost all of: Nearly the entire quantity or number of something.
- make up: To invent or create a story
- reflect on: To think deeply or carefully about something.
- think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
- in another way: Using a different method or approach.
- student union: An organization of students in a college or university that represents their interests and provides services.
- specific: Precise; particular; just about that thing
- amount: Quantity of something
- general: Widespread, normal or usual
- measure: Plan to achieve a desired result
- count: To add things together to find the total number
- pour: To fill a person's glass or cup with a drink
- refer: To talk about or write about something
- reference: A letter of recommendation, e.g. for a job
- abstract: Passage of text from an article or book
- water: Clear liquid that forms the seas, rivers and rain
- type: Printed letters or blocks used for printing them
- meaning: To express a particular idea or thought
- commonly: Typically, normally; not unusually
- noun: The subject or object of a sentence
- item: Single, brief piece of news or reporting
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She took a brave step forward, leaving behind her comfort zone to chase her dreams.
Vocabulary
- brave
adj. Having courage
- comfort zone
phr. A familiar situation where one feels safe
Explanation
a brave step is a noun phrase, where brave is an adjective modifying the noun step, meaning "a courageous step".
forward is an adverb modifying step, meaning "ahead".
The whole phrase serves as the object, answering the "what" of took (verb) — she took a brave step forward.
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brave
US/brev/
UK/breɪv/
adj.Brave
v.t.To bravely face
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Count and Noncount Nouns (Part 1)
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pao2ge posted on 2014/12/03Ever get confused about how to count things like coffee or butter? This video breaks down the tricky rules of count and non-count nouns, showing you how to use quantifiers and units of measure like a pro! You'll pick up essential grammar and vocabulary that's perfect for everyday conversations.
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