A2 adjective ニュートラル #463 よく出る

cold

/koʊld/

Having a very low temperature or lacking warmth. It can describe the atmosphere, an object, or the physical sensation a person feels when they lose body heat.

例文

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1

I need to wear a thick jacket because it is very cold outside today.

I need to wear a thick jacket because it is very cold outside today.

2

The specimens must be stored in a cold environment to remain stable.

The specimens must be stored in a cold environment to remain stable.

3

Brrr! It's freezing cold in this room, can we turn on the heat?

Brrr! It's freezing cold in this room, can we turn on the heat?

語族

名詞
coldness
副詞
coldly
形容詞
cold
関連
cold
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覚え方のコツ

Think of the 'C' in Cold as an open mouth shivering. When it is cold, you might see your breath in the air!

クイックテスト

You should put on a sweater; it is getting very ___ in here.

正解!

正解は: cold

例文

1

I need to wear a thick jacket because it is very cold outside today.

everyday

I need to wear a thick jacket because it is very cold outside today.

2

The specimens must be stored in a cold environment to remain stable.

formal

The specimens must be stored in a cold environment to remain stable.

3

Brrr! It's freezing cold in this room, can we turn on the heat?

informal

Brrr! It's freezing cold in this room, can we turn on the heat?

4

The research suggests that cold climates significantly impact regional biodiversity.

academic

The research suggests that cold climates significantly impact regional biodiversity.

5

The client's reaction to our proposal was quite cold and disinterested.

business

The client's reaction to our proposal was quite cold and disinterested.

語族

名詞
coldness
副詞
coldly
形容詞
cold
関連
cold

よく使う組み合わせ

bitterly cold extremely and unpleasantly cold
cold weather weather with low temperatures
cold water water that is not heated
cold shower a shower taken with cold water
ice cold as cold as ice

よく使うフレーズ

get cold feet

to become nervous or lose courage about a plan

give someone the cold shoulder

to intentionally ignore or be unfriendly to someone

leave someone out in the cold

to exclude someone from a group or activity

よく混同される語

cold vs cool

Cool is often a pleasant low temperature, while cold is often uncomfortable or lower in temperature.

cold vs chilly

Chilly is used for a slight coldness that makes you shiver, while cold is a more general term.

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使い方のコツ

Use 'cold' to describe physical temperature or a person's lack of emotion. When used for food, it usually implies that something meant to be hot has cooled down.

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よくある間違い

Learners often say 'I have cold' when they feel the temperature. You should say 'I am cold' (adjective) to describe your feeling, and 'I have a cold' (noun) to describe an illness.

💡

覚え方のコツ

Think of the 'C' in Cold as an open mouth shivering. When it is cold, you might see your breath in the air!

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語源

Derived from the Old English word 'ceald', which has roots in Proto-Germanic languages meaning 'cool' or 'cold'.

文法パターン

followed by a noun: cold air used after linking verbs: it feels cold gradable: very cold, extremely cold
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文化的な背景

In many English-speaking countries, complaining about the cold weather is a standard social ritual used as small talk.

クイックテスト

You should put on a sweater; it is getting very ___ in here.

正解!

正解は: cold

関連単語

intrabrevsion

C1

A technical or linguistic term referring to the internal abbreviation or condensation of information within a specific system or document. It describes the act of shortening components for internal efficiency while maintaining the integrity of the overall structure.

prevalor

C1

To prove superior in power, influence, or frequency within a specific context. It describes a situation where one principle, opinion, or force becomes dominant over others.

ultrajuncter

C1

Describing something that exists beyond a standard point of connection or is characterized by an extreme degree of integration between disparate parts. It is typically used in specialized contexts to denote systems, theories, or structures that bridge multiple complex networks simultaneously.

macrosanctible

C1

A large-scale system, institution, or conceptual framework that is regarded as inviolable and beyond criticism due to its perceived sacredness or fundamental importance. It typically refers to entities that are protected from alteration or scrutiny because of their massive cultural or structural status.

uncedate

C1

A formal and technical noun referring to a state or instance where a claim, territory, or right has not been yielded or surrendered. It describes the preservation of original status or possession despite pressure to concede or transfer control.

anvention

C1

To systematically modify or adapt an existing concept or object into a new form, particularly within a controlled environment or set of parameters. This verb describes the process of innovating by bridging the gap between rigorous analysis and creative invention.

semiliberness

C1

To exist in or grant a state of partial liberty or restricted autonomy. It describes the act of functioning within a framework that provides some freedom while maintaining significant oversight or control.

cosolvment

C1

Describing a substance or factor that acts in conjunction with another to facilitate the process of dissolving a solute or resolving a complex situation. In technical contexts, it refers to an auxiliary agent that enhances the solubility of a primary solvent system.

unaudless

C1

Describing something that is completely devoid of sound or impossible to hear. It is often used in literary or technical contexts to emphasize a profound state of silence or a lack of auditory signature.

monosomnful

C1

A noun referring to the physiological or habitual state of experiencing only one continuous, uninterrupted period of sleep within a twenty-four-hour cycle. It describes the quality of a monophasic sleep pattern where rest is concentrated into a single block without supplemental naps.

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