B2 adjective محايد

adhesive

/ədˈhiːsɪv/

Describes a substance or surface that has the quality of sticking fast to another object or surface. It is commonly used to describe materials like tape, glue, or bandages that are designed to create a bond between two items.

أمثلة

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1

I used some adhesive tape to fix the torn page in my book.

I used sticky tape to repair the ripped paper in my book.

2

The study examines the adhesive properties of various synthetic polymers.

The research looks at how well different man-made plastics stick to surfaces.

3

This sticker is barely adhesive anymore; it keeps falling off the wall.

This sticker isn't sticky enough; it won't stay on the wall.

عائلة الكلمة

اسم
adhesion
Verb
adhere
ظرف
adhesively
صفة
adhesive
مرتبط
adhesive
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نصيحة للحفظ

Think of the prefix 'Ad-' (meaning toward) and the root 'hes-' (like hesitate or stay). An adhesive makes things 'stay toward' each other.

اختبار سريع

The back of the envelope is ______, so you just need to wet it to seal it.

صحيح!

الإجابة الصحيحة هي: adhesive

أمثلة

1

I used some adhesive tape to fix the torn page in my book.

everyday

I used sticky tape to repair the ripped paper in my book.

2

The study examines the adhesive properties of various synthetic polymers.

formal

The research looks at how well different man-made plastics stick to surfaces.

3

This sticker is barely adhesive anymore; it keeps falling off the wall.

informal

This sticker isn't sticky enough; it won't stay on the wall.

4

Adhesive forces between the liquid and the container wall cause the meniscus to form.

academic

The sticking force between the liquid and the glass creates a curve at the surface.

5

Our company specializes in high-strength adhesive solutions for the automotive industry.

business

Our business focuses on very strong glue products for car manufacturing.

عائلة الكلمة

اسم
adhesion
Verb
adhere
ظرف
adhesively
صفة
adhesive
مرتبط
adhesive

تلازمات شائعة

adhesive tape a strip of sticky material used to join things
adhesive bandage a small medical dressing with a sticky back
adhesive strength the measure of how well a substance sticks
adhesive residue the sticky substance left behind after removing tape
adhesive properties the characteristics that allow something to stick

العبارات الشائعة

pressure-sensitive adhesive

glue that sticks when light pressure is applied

adhesive backing

a sticky layer on the back of an object

medical-grade adhesive

sticky substances safe for use on human skin

يُخلط عادةً مع

adhesive vs cohesive

Adhesive refers to sticking to a different surface, while cohesive refers to sticking to itself or staying united.

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ملاحظات الاستخدام

While 'adhesive' is primarily an adjective describing stickiness, it is very frequently used as a noun to refer to any substance (like glue) used to bond things together.

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أخطاء شائعة

Learners sometimes use 'adhesive' as a verb. Remember that 'adhere' is the verb form (e.g., 'The tape must adhere to the surface').

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نصيحة للحفظ

Think of the prefix 'Ad-' (meaning toward) and the root 'hes-' (like hesitate or stay). An adhesive makes things 'stay toward' each other.

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أصل الكلمة

Derived from the Latin word 'adhaerere', which means 'to stick to'.

أنماط نحوية

Used as an attributive adjective before a noun (e.g., adhesive labels). Can be used as a predicative adjective after a linking verb (e.g., the surface is adhesive).
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السياق الثقافي

In the United States, an 'adhesive bandage' is almost universally referred to by the brand name 'Band-Aid'.

اختبار سريع

The back of the envelope is ______, so you just need to wet it to seal it.

صحيح!

الإجابة الصحيحة هي: adhesive

كلمات ذات صلة

sit

A1

To rest your body on your bottom with your back upright, typically on a chair or the floor. It describes both the action of moving into this position and the state of being in it.

stand

A1

To be in an upright position supported by one's feet rather than sitting or lying down. It also refers to the physical location of an object or a person's particular opinion on a subject.

pay

A1

To give money to someone in exchange for goods, services, or to settle a debt. It can also mean to give something non-monetary, such as attention or a compliment.

meet

A1

To come together with someone at a specific place and time, or to be introduced to someone for the first time. It can also mean to satisfy a requirement, standard, or need.

continue

A1

To keep doing something or to stay in the same state without stopping. It can also mean to start an activity again after a short break.

set

A1

To put or place something in a specific position or location. It also means to adjust or prepare something so that it is ready for use, such as a clock or a table.

learn

A1

To gain knowledge, understanding, or a skill by studying, practicing, or being taught. It refers to the process of acquiring information through experience or education.

lead

A1

To go in front of a group of people to show them the way to a place. It also means to be in control of a group, a team, or an activity.

understand

A1

To know the meaning of what someone is saying or how something works. It involves grasping an idea, a language, or a situation clearly in your mind.

follow

A1

To move behind someone or something in the same direction. It also means to obey rules, instructions, or to understand the logic of an argument or story.

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