B2 adjective Neutral

aquarium

/əˈkweəriəm/

Relating to or used in a tank, bowl, or glass building where fish and other water creatures and plants are kept. It typically describes equipment, species, or activities specifically designed for these controlled aquatic environments.

Ejemplos

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1

We need to buy some high-quality aquarium salt for the new marine tank.

We need to buy some high-quality aquarium salt for the new marine tank.

2

The museum features an extensive collection of rare aquarium specimens from the Pacific.

The museum features an extensive collection of rare aquarium specimens from the Pacific.

3

Check out this aquarium pump I found; it's super quiet.

Check out this aquarium pump I found; it's super quiet.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
aquarium
Adverbio
aquatically
Adjetivo
aquarium
Relacionado
aquarist
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Truco para recordar

Break it down: 'Aqua' means water and 'rium' means a place for. Think of it as 'water-place' equipment.

Quiz rápido

The local pet store sells a wide variety of tropical _____ fish and supplies.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: aquarium

Ejemplos

1

We need to buy some high-quality aquarium salt for the new marine tank.

everyday

We need to buy some high-quality aquarium salt for the new marine tank.

2

The museum features an extensive collection of rare aquarium specimens from the Pacific.

formal

The museum features an extensive collection of rare aquarium specimens from the Pacific.

3

Check out this aquarium pump I found; it's super quiet.

informal

Check out this aquarium pump I found; it's super quiet.

4

Research indicates that certain aquarium additives may affect the microbial balance of the water.

academic

Research indicates that certain aquarium additives may affect the microbial balance of the water.

5

Our firm provides bespoke aquarium design services for corporate lobbies and executive offices.

business

Our firm provides bespoke aquarium design services for corporate lobbies and executive offices.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
aquarium
Adverbio
aquatically
Adjetivo
aquarium
Relacionado
aquarist

Colocaciones comunes

aquarium fish aquarium fish
aquarium maintenance aquarium maintenance
aquarium filter aquarium filter
aquarium lighting aquarium lighting
aquarium gravel aquarium gravel

Frases Comunes

aquarium hobbyist

aquarium hobbyist

public aquarium

public aquarium

aquarium trade

aquarium trade

Se confunde a menudo con

aquarium vs aquatic

Aquatic is a general term for anything living in water, while aquarium specifically refers to items or animals within an artificial tank environment.

aquarium vs terrarium

A terrarium is used for land animals or plants, whereas an aquarium is strictly for water-based life.

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Notas de uso

When used as an adjective, 'aquarium' is an attributive noun. It is placed before other nouns to specify that the object belongs to or is used for the fish-keeping hobby.

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Errores comunes

Learners sometimes use 'aquatic' when they mean 'aquarium' (e.g., saying 'aquatic pump' instead of 'aquarium pump'). 'Aquatic' refers to the nature of the thing, whereas 'aquarium' refers to the specific equipment or location.

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Truco para recordar

Break it down: 'Aqua' means water and 'rium' means a place for. Think of it as 'water-place' equipment.

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Origen de la palabra

Derived from the Latin word 'aquarium', meaning a watering place for cattle, from 'aqua' (water).

Patrones gramaticales

Used as an attributive adjective (modifier) before a noun. No comparative or superlative forms (e.g., you cannot say 'more aquarium'). Typically used in the singular form even when modifying plural nouns.
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Contexto cultural

The aquarium hobby is a massive global industry and is often associated with relaxation, feng shui, and indoor interior design.

Quiz rápido

The local pet store sells a wide variety of tropical _____ fish and supplies.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: aquarium

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C1

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individual

C1

Relating to a single person or thing as distinct from a group. It describes something that is intended for, or used by, one person rather than a collective entity.

appropriately

B2

To perform an action in a manner that is suitable, right, or proper for a particular situation, person, or occasion. It implies following specific social norms, professional standards, or logical requirements.

region

B2

A region is an area of land that has common features, such as geography, climate, or culture, which distinguish it from other areas. It can refer to a large part of a country or the world and is often used in administrative or scientific contexts to organize space.

resource

B2

A stock or supply of money, materials, staff, and other assets that can be drawn on by a person or organization in order to function effectively. In academic and informational contexts, it refers to a source of information or expertise used to support research or learning.

to

A1

Used to indicate the place, person, or thing that someone or something moves toward. It can also mark the recipient of an action or the limit of a range.

and

A1

A primary conjunction used to connect words, phrases, or clauses that are grammatically equal. It indicates addition, a sequence of events, or a relationship between two things.

a

A1

A word used before a singular noun that is not specific or is being mentioned for the first time. It is used only before words that begin with a consonant sound to indicate one of something.

that

A1

This word is a demonstrative pronoun used to indicate a specific person, object, or idea that is further away in space or time from the speaker. It is also used to refer back to something that has already been mentioned or to introduce a clause that identifies something.

I

A1

The pronoun 'I' is used by a speaker or writer to refer to themselves as the subject of a verb. It is the first-person singular subject pronoun in English and is always capitalized regardless of its position in a sentence.

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