A1 noun Neutre #245 le plus courant

matter

/ˈmætər/

A matter is a subject, situation, or problem that you are thinking about or dealing with. It can also refer to the physical substance that everything in the universe is made of.

Exemples

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1

What is the matter with your leg?

What is the problem with your leg?

2

The committee will investigate the matter further.

The group will look into the situation more deeply.

3

It's a private matter, so I can't tell you.

It is a personal thing, so I cannot talk about it.

Famille de mots

Nom
matter
Verb
matter
Adverbe
materially
Adjectif
material
Apparenté
materialism
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Astuce mémo

Think of the 'Matterhorn' mountain—it is a huge piece of physical 'matter' that is a 'subject' of many photos.

Quiz rapide

I have an urgent ________ to discuss with you during our lunch break.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : matter

Exemples

1

What is the matter with your leg?

everyday

What is the problem with your leg?

2

The committee will investigate the matter further.

formal

The group will look into the situation more deeply.

3

It's a private matter, so I can't tell you.

informal

It is a personal thing, so I cannot talk about it.

4

The study focuses on the organic matter found in the soil.

academic

The research looks at the natural substance in the ground.

5

We need to resolve this matter before the contract is signed.

business

We must fix this issue before the agreement is finished.

Famille de mots

Nom
matter
Verb
matter
Adverbe
materially
Adjectif
material
Apparenté
materialism

Collocations courantes

urgent matter an important thing that needs attention now
subject matter the main topic of a book or talk
no matter it is not important
a matter of time something that will surely happen later
printed matter books, newspapers, or documents

Phrases Courantes

as a matter of fact

actually or in reality

what's the matter?

what is wrong?

no matter what

whatever happens

Souvent confondu avec

matter vs mother

'Mother' is a parent, while 'matter' is a situation or substance.

matter vs mutter

'Mutter' is a verb meaning to speak quietly and unclearly.

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Notes d'usage

Use 'the matter' specifically when asking about a problem, such as 'What's the matter?'. In science, 'matter' is used as an uncountable noun to describe physical objects.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often forget the definite article 'the' in the phrase 'What is the matter?'. They also confuse the noun form with the verb form 'it matters'.

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Astuce mémo

Think of the 'Matterhorn' mountain—it is a huge piece of physical 'matter' that is a 'subject' of many photos.

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Origine du mot

Derived from the Latin word 'materia,' which means 'source' or 'building material.'

Modèles grammaticaux

Countable noun when referring to a subject (e.g., 'several matters'). Uncountable noun when referring to physical substance. Commonly used in the singular with 'the' to mean 'the problem'.
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Contexte culturel

In English-speaking cultures, asking 'What's the matter?' is a standard, polite way to express concern when someone looks unhappy or ill.

Quiz rapide

I have an urgent ________ to discuss with you during our lunch break.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : matter

Mots lis

consequent

C2

In logic and philosophy, a consequent is the second part of a conditional proposition, following the 'if' clause (the antecedent). It represents the result or deduction that follows necessarily or naturally from a previous statement or condition.

administrate

B2

To manage, supervise, or oversee the operations and activities of an organization, program, or system. It involves the practical execution of policies and the organization of resources to achieve specific goals.

administrative

C1

Relating to the organization and management of a business, institution, or government. It describes the practical tasks, systems, and procedures required to keep an entity running efficiently behind the scenes.

assistant

C2

A person who ranks below a senior professional and aids them in their duties, often handling specialized tasks or administrative burdens. In a professional or academic context, an assistant often possesses significant expertise but operates under the direction of a superior to facilitate complex operations.

commissioner

C1

A high-ranking official who is in charge of a government department, a public organization, or a professional sports league. This person is typically appointed to exercise administrative authority or to oversee a specific commission or set of regulations.

computer

C1

A sophisticated electronic device designed to store, retrieve, and process data through programmed instructions. In modern discourse, it encompasses everything from microprocessors in appliances to high-performance servers facilitating global networks.

conclusion

C2

A final judgment, decision, or opinion reached by reasoning after considering all evidence and facts. It also refers to the final part of a piece of writing or a speech that summarizes the main points and provides a closing statement.

consume

C1

To consume means to use up a resource, such as energy, time, or goods, or to eat and drink something. In academic contexts, it often refers to the utilization of information, products, or services by individuals or groups within an economy or social system.

design

C1

A detailed plan or scheme that outlines the functional and aesthetic features of an object or system before it is made. In an academic context, it refers to the deliberate structure or methodology of a study or process designed to achieve specific outcomes.

consumer

B2

A consumer is a person who purchases goods and services for personal use rather than for resale or business purposes. In a broader biological or ecological context, it refers to any organism that feeds on other organisms or organic matter.

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