A1 adjective Neutre #2,900 le plus courant

silk

/sɪlk/

Describes something made of the soft, fine, and shiny fiber produced by silkworms. It is often used to characterize high-quality clothing or smooth surfaces that look and feel expensive.

Exemples

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She wore a beautiful silk dress to the party.

She wore a beautiful dress made of silk to the party.

2

The gentleman presented his credentials while wearing a silk waistcoat.

The gentleman presented his credentials while wearing a waistcoat made of silk.

3

I love the feeling of these silk pajamas on a hot night.

I love the feeling of these pajamas made of silk on a hot night.

Famille de mots

Nom
silk
Adverbe
silkily
Adjectif
silky
Apparenté
silkworm
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Astuce mémo

Think of the 'S' in Silk: it is Soft, Shiny, and Smooth.

Quiz rapide

He gave his wife a beautiful ______ scarf for their anniversary.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : silk

Exemples

1

She wore a beautiful silk dress to the party.

everyday

She wore a beautiful dress made of silk to the party.

2

The gentleman presented his credentials while wearing a silk waistcoat.

formal

The gentleman presented his credentials while wearing a waistcoat made of silk.

3

I love the feeling of these silk pajamas on a hot night.

informal

I love the feeling of these pajamas made of silk on a hot night.

4

The study examines the structural integrity of silk threads in historical tapestries.

academic

The study examines the structural integrity of threads made of silk in historical tapestries.

5

We are looking for a supplier of premium silk materials for our new summer line.

business

We are looking for a supplier of premium materials made of silk for our new summer line.

Famille de mots

Nom
silk
Adverbe
silkily
Adjectif
silky
Apparenté
silkworm

Collocations courantes

silk tie a necktie made of silk
silk sheets bed sheets made of silk
raw silk unprocessed silk fiber
silk scarf a scarf made of silk
artificial silk man-made fabric that looks like silk

Phrases Courantes

smooth as silk

very smooth and without problems

silk purse out of a sow's ear

trying to create something valuable from something poor

the Silk Road

the ancient trade route between China and Europe

Souvent confondu avec

silk vs silky

Silk is the material itself, while silky describes a texture that feels like silk regardless of the material.

silk vs satin

Silk is a natural fiber, whereas satin is a type of weave that can be made from silk or synthetic fibers.

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Notes d'usage

When used as an adjective, 'silk' usually identifies the material an object is made of. It is placed directly before the noun it modifies.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners sometimes use 'silky' when they mean the item is actually made of silk. Use 'silk' for the material and 'silky' for the sensation.

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Astuce mémo

Think of the 'S' in Silk: it is Soft, Shiny, and Smooth.

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Origine du mot

From the Old English 'sioloc', which comes from the Greek 'serikos', meaning 'of the Seres' (the ancient Greek name for the Chinese).

Modèles grammaticaux

Attributive noun usage (used before a noun) Non-gradable adjective when referring to material Does not have a comparative form as a material
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Contexte culturel

Silk has been a symbol of wealth and status for centuries, particularly originating from ancient Chinese culture.

Quiz rapide

He gave his wife a beautiful ______ scarf for their anniversary.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : silk

Mots lis

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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