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dust

/dʌst/

Dust refers to fine powder made of tiny pieces of earth, skin cells, or waste that collects on surfaces. It is usually found on furniture or floors when a room has not been cleaned for a while.

例文

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1

There is a lot of dust on the top of the bookshelf.

There is a lot of dust on the top of the bookshelf.

2

The museum maintains strict controls to prevent the accumulation of dust on ancient artifacts.

The museum maintains strict controls to prevent the accumulation of dust on ancient artifacts.

3

Ugh, look at all this dust under the bed!

Ugh, look at all this dust under the bed!

語族

名詞
dust
Verb
dust
副詞
dustily
形容詞
dusty
関連
duster
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覚え方のコツ

Think of the 'D' in dust as 'Dry'—it is dry dirt that floats in the air.

クイックテスト

The old piano was covered in a thick layer of ____ because no one had played it in years.

正解!

正解は: dust

例文

1

There is a lot of dust on the top of the bookshelf.

everyday

There is a lot of dust on the top of the bookshelf.

2

The museum maintains strict controls to prevent the accumulation of dust on ancient artifacts.

formal

The museum maintains strict controls to prevent the accumulation of dust on ancient artifacts.

3

Ugh, look at all this dust under the bed!

informal

Ugh, look at all this dust under the bed!

4

The chemical analysis of domestic dust reveals various environmental pollutants.

academic

The chemical analysis of domestic dust reveals various environmental pollutants.

5

Our server room must remain free of dust to ensure the hardware operates correctly.

business

Our server room must remain free of dust to ensure the hardware operates correctly.

語族

名詞
dust
Verb
dust
副詞
dustily
形容詞
dusty
関連
duster

よく使う組み合わせ

layer of dust a thin covering of dust
thick dust a large amount of dust
household dust dust found inside a home
collect dust to not be used for a long time
speck of dust a very small piece of dust

よく使うフレーズ

bite the dust

to fail or to die

leave someone in the dust

to be much better or faster than someone else

gather dust

to stay in the same place and not be used

よく混同される語

dust vs dirt

Dirt is general filth or soil, while dust is specifically fine, dry powder.

dust vs ash

Ash is the powder left after a fire, whereas dust is common household particles.

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使い方のコツ

As a noun, 'dust' is uncountable, so we say 'some dust' or 'much dust' rather than 'a dust'. Interestingly, the verb 'to dust' can mean either to remove dust or to sprinkle a fine powder (like sugar) onto something.

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よくある間違い

Learners often try to use 'dust' as a countable noun (e.g., 'two dusts'). Always treat it as a mass noun.

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覚え方のコツ

Think of the 'D' in dust as 'Dry'—it is dry dirt that floats in the air.

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語源

From Old English 'dūst', originating from a Germanic root meaning vapor or smoke.

文法パターン

uncountable noun often follows 'a layer of' or 'a coating of' takes a singular verb
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文化的な背景

In English-speaking cultures, the phrase 'dust to dust' is often associated with funerals and the cycle of life.

クイックテスト

The old piano was covered in a thick layer of ____ because no one had played it in years.

正解!

正解は: dust

Homeの関連語

dining room

A1

A specific room in a house or building used primarily for eating meals. It usually contains a large table and several chairs for family members and guests.

garage

A1

A garage is a building or a part of a house where you keep cars or other vehicles to protect them. It can also be a place where a mechanic repairs cars or where people sell fuel.

basement

A1

A basement is the lowest floor of a building, usually located partly or completely underground. It is commonly used for storage, laundry, or as an extra living space in a home.

balcony

A1

A balcony is an outdoor platform that is attached to the upper floor of a building. It is usually surrounded by a low wall or railing for safety and is used for sitting or looking at the view.

porch

A1

A porch is a covered structure attached to the entrance of a building. It typically has a roof and serves as a space to sit outside while being protected from rain or direct sun.

drawer

A1

A drawer is a sliding, box-shaped container that is part of a piece of furniture like a desk or a dresser. It is used to store things like clothes, papers, or tools and can be pulled out to reach what is inside.

fridge

A1

A fridge is a large kitchen appliance used to keep food and drinks cold so they stay fresh for longer. It is the shortened, most common name for a refrigerator used in daily life.

stove

A1

A stove is a large piece of kitchen equipment used for cooking food. It provides heat through burners on the top or an enclosed space called an oven.

microwave

A1

A microwave is a common kitchen appliance used to cook or heat food very quickly using electromagnetic waves. It is mostly used for reheating leftovers, defrosting frozen items, or making quick meals.

washing machine

A1

A washing machine is a large household appliance used to wash clothes, towels, and linens automatically. It uses water, detergent, and mechanical action to clean fabrics during different timed cycles.

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