dark
Having very little or no light, or being a color that is closer to black than white. It is commonly used to describe the lack of light in a space or the intensity of a color shade.
Exemples
3 sur 5I couldn't find my keys because the room was too dark.
The room had no light, making it impossible to see my keys.
The study concluded that dark environments can affect a person's sleep quality.
Research shows that places without light impact how well people sleep.
It's getting dark out, we should probably head home now.
The sun is going down and the light is fading, so we should go back.
Famille de mots
Astuce mémo
Think of a 'Dark Shark' swimming in the 'Deep' sea where there is no sun.
Quiz rapide
Please turn on the lamp; it is too ___ in here to read my book.
Correct !
La bonne réponse est : dark
Exemples
I couldn't find my keys because the room was too dark.
everydayThe room had no light, making it impossible to see my keys.
The study concluded that dark environments can affect a person's sleep quality.
formalResearch shows that places without light impact how well people sleep.
It's getting dark out, we should probably head home now.
informalThe sun is going down and the light is fading, so we should go back.
The experiment was conducted in a dark chamber to prevent light interference.
academicThe test took place in a room with no light to keep the results accurate.
We should avoid using dark backgrounds for the presentation text.
businessDo not use colors like black or deep blue behind the words in the slides.
Famille de mots
Collocations courantes
Phrases Courantes
in the dark
to not know about something or be uninformed
dark horse
a person who wins or succeeds unexpectedly
after dark
during the night time
Souvent confondu avec
Dim means there is a little bit of light, whereas dark means there is very little or none at all.
Black is a specific color, while dark is a general quality of having low light or a deep shade.
Notes d'usage
Dark can be used as an adjective (a dark room) or as a noun with 'the' (scared of the dark). When describing colors, it acts as a modifier.
Erreurs courantes
Learners often use 'black' instead of 'dark' when describing colors, such as saying 'black green' instead of 'dark green'.
Astuce mémo
Think of a 'Dark Shark' swimming in the 'Deep' sea where there is no sun.
Origine du mot
From the Old English word 'deorc', meaning obscure, gloomy, or without light.
Modèles grammaticaux
Contexte culturel
In many cultures and literature, 'the dark' is a common symbol for the unknown, secrets, or fear.
Quiz rapide
Please turn on the lamp; it is too ___ in here to read my book.
Correct !
La bonne réponse est : dark
Grammaire lie
Expressions liées
Vocabulaire associé
Mots lis
complement
A2A thing that completes or brings to perfection something else. In grammar, it refers to a word or phrase that follows a verb and provides more information about the subject or object.
compound
A2Describes something that is made of two or more separate parts or elements joined together. It is often used to talk about words, sentences, or chemical substances that have multiple components.
conceive
A2To form an idea, plan, or concept in the mind. It is also the medical term used to describe when a woman becomes pregnant.
confer
A2To discuss something with other people in order to reach a decision or exchange ideas. It can also mean to officially give an honor, title, or degree to someone.
conform
A2To behave according to rules, standards, or what is expected by a group of people. It means to fit in or act in a way that matches others.
consecutive
A2Following one after another in a continuous series without any breaks. It describes things that happen in a logical order, like numbers (1, 2, 3) or days (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday).
consistency
A2Consistency is the quality of always acting or behaving in the same way. it also describes how thick or smooth a liquid or substance is.
disclude
B1Describing a state where someone or something is left out, omitted, or not allowed to participate in a group or activity. It refers to the condition of being kept apart from a whole or a set.
antiformous
B1Describes a shape or structure that is curved or folded upwards like an arch. It is most often used in geology and geometry to describe a convex surface.
interspect
B1Describing a person who is thoughtful and focused on their own internal thoughts and feelings. It refers to the act of looking inward to examine one's own emotions and motives rather than focusing on external things.
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