A1 noun Neutre #255 le plus courant

water

/ˈwɔːtər/

A clear, colorless, odorless, and tasteless liquid that is essential for all forms of life. It falls from the clouds as rain and forms the seas, lakes, and rivers on Earth.

Exemples

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1

I drink a glass of water every morning to stay hydrated.

I drink a glass of water every morning to stay hydrated.

2

The committee emphasized the importance of sustainable water management.

The committee emphasized the importance of sustainable water management.

3

Can you grab me a water from the fridge?

Can you grab me a water from the fridge?

Famille de mots

Nom
water
Verb
water
Adjectif
watery
Apparenté
watering
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Astuce mémo

Visualize the letter 'W' as a wave in the ocean.

Quiz rapide

I am very thirsty, may I have a glass of ____?

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : water

Exemples

1

I drink a glass of water every morning to stay hydrated.

everyday

I drink a glass of water every morning to stay hydrated.

2

The committee emphasized the importance of sustainable water management.

formal

The committee emphasized the importance of sustainable water management.

3

Can you grab me a water from the fridge?

informal

Can you grab me a water from the fridge?

4

Water covers approximately 71% of the Earth's surface.

academic

Water covers approximately 71% of the Earth's surface.

5

The factory must comply with strict regulations regarding water waste.

business

The factory must comply with strict regulations regarding water waste.

Famille de mots

Nom
water
Verb
water
Adjectif
watery
Apparenté
watering

Collocations courantes

tap water tap water
bottled water bottled water
drinking water drinking water
salt water salt water
boiling water boiling water

Phrases Courantes

like a fish out of water

like a fish out of water

to be in hot water

to be in hot water

under the water

under the water

Souvent confondu avec

water vs waiter

A waiter is a person who serves food in a restaurant, while water is a liquid you drink.

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Notes d'usage

Water is usually an uncountable noun, but it can be used as a countable noun when referring to a specific serving, like 'a bottle of water' or 'two waters' in a restaurant.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often use 'water' with 'a' (e.g., 'I want a water') without being in a restaurant context; it is better to say 'some water' or 'a glass of water'.

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Astuce mémo

Visualize the letter 'W' as a wave in the ocean.

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Origine du mot

From Old English 'wæter', derived from the Proto-Germanic 'watōr'.

Modèles grammaticaux

Uncountable noun: use with 'some' or 'much'. Can function as a verb meaning to give water to plants. Plural form 'waters' is used to describe large areas of sea.
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Contexte culturel

In many English-speaking countries, tap water is free and safe to drink in public places and restaurants.

Quiz rapide

I am very thirsty, may I have a glass of ____?

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : water

Mots lis

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C1

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cophilful

C1

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extracryptancy

C1

Describing a state of being extremely obscured or layered with multiple levels of concealment, often beyond standard security or clarity. It is used to qualify information, systems, or behaviors that are intentionally rendered nearly impossible to decipher.

micromercine

C1

A high-performance synthetic textile composed of extremely fine fibers, characterized by its superior breathability and moisture-wicking capabilities. It is predominantly utilized in the manufacturing of premium athletic apparel and specialized technical gear.

synbioship

C1

Describing a state of collaborative or interdependent existence between natural biological organisms and human-engineered synthetic systems. It refers to the integrated functioning of synthetic biology within a natural environment or host.

extracursion

C1

To deviate or wander away from a prescribed path, topic, or standard course of action. It is frequently used in formal or technical contexts to describe the act of moving beyond established boundaries or digressing from a main subject.

contramortion

C1

Contramortion refers to a strategic measure or process designed to counteract the decline, decay, or expiration of a system, asset, or legal state. It is typically used in technical or academic contexts to describe an intervention that prevents a total loss or 'death' of a functional entity.

monocognful

C1

Describing a state of being completely absorbed in a single thought or idea to the exclusion of all other stimuli. It implies an intense, singular cognitive focus where the mind is entirely occupied by one specific concept or mental process.

adgesttude

C1

To adjust or recalibrate a prediction, strategy, or value by incorporating prevailing public attitudes or social sentiments. It involves refining objective data with subjective psychological insights to ensure a more accurate or harmonious outcome.

abjudtude

C1

The state or quality of being formally rejected, cast off, or disowned through an authoritative or judicial decision. It refers to a condition of absolute renunciation where a person or entity is stripped of their previous status or rights.

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