A1 noun Neutral #2,078 am häufigsten

gas

/ɡæs/

Gas is a substance like air that is used as a fuel for heating or cooking in many homes. It is a state of matter that is neither solid nor liquid and flows easily through pipes.

Beispiele

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1

I forgot to turn off the gas after cooking dinner.

I forgot to turn off the gas after cooking dinner.

2

The residential complex utilizes natural gas for its central heating system.

The residential complex utilizes natural gas for its central heating system.

3

Is the gas on? I can't get the stove to light.

Is the gas on? I can't get the stove to light.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
gas
Verb
gas
Adjektiv
gaseous
Verwandt
gasoline
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Merkhilfe

G-A-S: Generates Always Steam (when heating water on a stove).

Schnelles Quiz

Please be careful; I think I smell a ___ leak in the kitchen.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: gas

Beispiele

1

I forgot to turn off the gas after cooking dinner.

everyday

I forgot to turn off the gas after cooking dinner.

2

The residential complex utilizes natural gas for its central heating system.

formal

The residential complex utilizes natural gas for its central heating system.

3

Is the gas on? I can't get the stove to light.

informal

Is the gas on? I can't get the stove to light.

4

Under standard conditions, oxygen exists as a colorless and odorless gas.

academic

Under standard conditions, oxygen exists as a colorless and odorless gas.

5

The company reported a significant increase in gas consumption this quarter.

business

The company reported a significant increase in gas consumption this quarter.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
gas
Verb
gas
Adjektiv
gaseous
Verwandt
gasoline

Häufige Kollokationen

gas stove gas stove
gas leak gas leak
gas bill gas bill
natural gas natural gas
gas supply gas supply

Häufige Phrasen

step on the gas

to go faster (usually in a car)

run out of gas

to lose energy or reach the end of a supply

cooking with gas

to be making very good progress

Wird oft verwechselt mit

gas vs glass

Glass is a hard, transparent material used for windows; gas is an air-like substance.

gas vs petrol

In the UK, gas is fuel for heating, while petrol is fuel for cars. In the US, gas refers to both.

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Nutzungshinweise

In a home context, 'gas' almost always refers to the fuel used for the stove or water heater. In American English, 'gas' is also the common word for the liquid fuel used in cars (gasoline).

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Häufige Fehler

Learners often say 'the gas is finish' instead of 'we have run out of gas' or 'the gas has run out.'

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Merkhilfe

G-A-S: Generates Always Steam (when heating water on a stove).

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Wortherkunft

Coined in the 17th century by a Dutch chemist from the Greek word 'chaos', referring to a formless state.

Grammatikmuster

uncountable (mostly) used with the definite article 'the gas' plural 'gases' used only in scientific contexts
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Kultureller Kontext

In many Western countries, gas is the preferred method for professional cooking because it allows for instant heat control.

Schnelles Quiz

Please be careful; I think I smell a ___ leak in the kitchen.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: gas

Verwandte Redewendungen

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dining room

A1

A specific room in a house or building used primarily for eating meals. It usually contains a large table and several chairs for family members and guests.

garage

A1

A garage is a building or a part of a house where you keep cars or other vehicles to protect them. It can also be a place where a mechanic repairs cars or where people sell fuel.

basement

A1

A basement is the lowest floor of a building, usually located partly or completely underground. It is commonly used for storage, laundry, or as an extra living space in a home.

balcony

A1

A balcony is an outdoor platform that is attached to the upper floor of a building. It is usually surrounded by a low wall or railing for safety and is used for sitting or looking at the view.

porch

A1

A porch is a covered structure attached to the entrance of a building. It typically has a roof and serves as a space to sit outside while being protected from rain or direct sun.

drawer

A1

A drawer is a sliding, box-shaped container that is part of a piece of furniture like a desk or a dresser. It is used to store things like clothes, papers, or tools and can be pulled out to reach what is inside.

fridge

A1

A fridge is a large kitchen appliance used to keep food and drinks cold so they stay fresh for longer. It is the shortened, most common name for a refrigerator used in daily life.

stove

A1

A stove is a large piece of kitchen equipment used for cooking food. It provides heat through burners on the top or an enclosed space called an oven.

microwave

A1

A microwave is a common kitchen appliance used to cook or heat food very quickly using electromagnetic waves. It is mostly used for reheating leftovers, defrosting frozen items, or making quick meals.

washing machine

A1

A washing machine is a large household appliance used to wash clothes, towels, and linens automatically. It uses water, detergent, and mechanical action to clean fabrics during different timed cycles.

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