A1 noun 중립

asteroid

/ˈæstərɔɪd/

An asteroid is a large rock that travels through space and orbits the sun. It is much smaller than a planet and is mostly made of rock and metal.

예시

3 / 5
1

The scientists found a new asteroid in space.

The scientists found a new asteroid in space.

2

The space agency is tracking the trajectory of the asteroid.

The space agency is tracking the trajectory of the asteroid.

3

Look at that huge asteroid in my science book!

Look at that huge asteroid in my science book!

어휘 가족

명사
asteroid
형용사
asteroidal
관련
astronomy
💡

암기 팁

The prefix 'aster-' means star (like the flower 'aster'). An asteroid looks like a star in the sky but is a rock ('-oid' means 'like').

빠른 퀴즈

A large ___ is moving in space near the sun.

정답!

정답은: asteroid

예시

1

The scientists found a new asteroid in space.

everyday

The scientists found a new asteroid in space.

2

The space agency is tracking the trajectory of the asteroid.

formal

The space agency is tracking the trajectory of the asteroid.

3

Look at that huge asteroid in my science book!

informal

Look at that huge asteroid in my science book!

4

Most asteroids in our solar system are located in the belt between Mars and Jupiter.

academic

Most asteroids in our solar system are located in the belt between Mars and Jupiter.

5

Our company is investing in technology for future asteroid mining.

business

Our company is investing in technology for future asteroid mining.

어휘 가족

명사
asteroid
형용사
asteroidal
관련
astronomy

자주 쓰는 조합

asteroid belt asteroid belt
large asteroid large asteroid
asteroid impact asteroid impact
near-Earth asteroid near-Earth asteroid
asteroid field asteroid field

자주 쓰는 구문

the asteroid belt

the group of rocks between Mars and Jupiter

killer asteroid

an asteroid that could destroy life on Earth

asteroid strike

when an asteroid hits a planet

자주 혼동되는 단어

asteroid vs comet

A comet is made of ice and dust and has a tail, while an asteroid is made of rock and metal.

asteroid vs meteor

A meteor is a rock that enters Earth's atmosphere and burns up, but an asteroid is still in space.

📝

사용 참고사항

Use 'asteroid' when talking about rocks orbiting the sun in space. It is a technical term but used commonly in science fiction and news about space.

⚠️

자주 하는 실수

Don't confuse an asteroid with a 'shooting star,' which is actually a meteor burning in the atmosphere.

💡

암기 팁

The prefix 'aster-' means star (like the flower 'aster'). An asteroid looks like a star in the sky but is a rock ('-oid' means 'like').

📖

어원

From the Greek word 'asteroeides,' which means 'star-like' or 'star-shaped.'

문법 패턴

Countable noun Plural form: asteroids Usually used with 'the' when referring to a specific one
🌍

문화적 맥락

Asteroids are popular in movies as dangerous objects that might hit Earth, creating a sense of wonder and fear about space.

빠른 퀴즈

A large ___ is moving in space near the sun.

정답!

정답은: asteroid

nature 관련 단어

savanna

A1

A savanna is a large, flat area of land covered with grass and only a few scattered trees. It is mostly found in hot regions, such as Africa and South America, and supports a wide variety of wildlife.

estuary

A1

An estuary is the wide part of a river where it joins the sea. It is a unique place where fresh water from the river mixes with salty water from the ocean.

undergrowth

A1

Undergrowth refers to the small plants, bushes, and shrubs that grow on the ground beneath the taller trees in a forest or wood. It is often dense and can make walking through the area difficult.

germination

A1

Germination is the process where a seed starts to grow into a new plant. It happens when the seed has enough water, the right temperature, and oxygen.

evergreen

A1

An evergreen is a tree or plant that keeps its green leaves all year round, even in the winter. Unlike deciduous trees, it does not lose its foliage during the cold seasons.

ocean

A1

A very large area of salt water that covers the majority of the Earth's surface. It is much larger than a sea and surrounds the continents.

endangered species

A1

A group of animals or plants that are in danger of disappearing forever. There are very few of them left in the world, so people try to protect them.

river

A1

A large natural flow of water that travels across land and into the sea or a lake. It is a moving body of water that usually starts in mountains or hills.

lava

A1

Lava is the very hot, liquid rock that comes out of a volcano when it erupts. After it cools down and stops moving, it turns into hard, solid stone.

sanctuary

A1

A safe place where people or animals are protected from danger or trouble. It is also a quiet, peaceful place where you can feel calm and relaxed.

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