A1 noun 중립 #868 가장 일반적인

pencil

/ˈpɛnsəl/

A long, thin instrument used for writing or drawing, typically consisting of a thin stick of graphite enclosed in a wooden case. Unlike pens, marks made with this tool can be easily removed using an eraser.

예시

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1

Can I borrow your pencil to write this down?

Can I borrow your pencil to write this down?

2

Please use a number two pencil for the examination forms.

Please use a number two pencil for the examination forms.

3

Pass me that pencil; I need to doodle while we talk.

Pass me that pencil; I need to doodle while we talk.

어휘 가족

명사
pencil
Verb
pencil
형용사
penciled
관련
penciller
💡

암기 팁

Think of the 'P' in Pencil: it is for Practice because you can erase it if you make a mistake.

빠른 퀴즈

If you make a mistake, you can erase it because you are using a ___.

정답!

정답은: pencil

예시

1

Can I borrow your pencil to write this down?

everyday

Can I borrow your pencil to write this down?

2

Please use a number two pencil for the examination forms.

formal

Please use a number two pencil for the examination forms.

3

Pass me that pencil; I need to doodle while we talk.

informal

Pass me that pencil; I need to doodle while we talk.

4

The student used a mechanical pencil for the complex geometry diagram.

academic

The student used a mechanical pencil for the complex geometry diagram.

5

He made a quick sketch with a pencil during the project briefing.

business

He made a quick sketch with a pencil during the project briefing.

어휘 가족

명사
pencil
Verb
pencil
형용사
penciled
관련
penciller

자주 쓰는 조합

sharpen a pencil sharpen a pencil
mechanical pencil mechanical pencil
pencil sharpener pencil sharpener
pencil case pencil case
sketch in pencil sketch in pencil

자주 쓰는 구문

pencil someone in

to make a tentative appointment with someone

pencil sketch

a rough drawing made with a pencil

pencil-thin

very thin or narrow

자주 혼동되는 단어

pencil vs pen

A pen uses permanent ink, whereas a pencil uses erasable graphite.

📝

사용 참고사항

When referring to the tool itself, use 'with a pencil'. When referring to the medium or style of writing, use 'in pencil' (e.g., 'Please sign in pencil').

⚠️

자주 하는 실수

Learners often say 'write by pencil' instead of the correct prepositional phrases 'write with a pencil' or 'write in pencil'.

💡

암기 팁

Think of the 'P' in Pencil: it is for Practice because you can erase it if you make a mistake.

📖

어원

Derived from the Old French 'pincel', meaning a small paintbrush, from the Latin 'penicillus' which means 'little tail'.

문법 패턴

Countable noun (pencils) Can be used as a transitive verb (to pencil something)
🌍

문화적 맥락

In many primary education systems, students are required to write exclusively in pencil until they reach a certain grade level to encourage correction of errors.

빠른 퀴즈

If you make a mistake, you can erase it because you are using a ___.

정답!

정답은: pencil

Education 관련 단어

university

A1

A university is a high-level educational institution where students study for degrees and conduct academic research. It is a place people go after finishing secondary school to specialize in a specific subject.

classroom

A1

A classroom is a dedicated room in a school or college where students and teachers meet for lessons. It typically contains desks, chairs, and tools for learning like a whiteboard or computer.

science

A1

Science is the study of the natural world based on facts learned through experiments and observation. It is a subject taught in schools that helps us understand how the physical world and the universe work.

geography

A1

Geography is the study of the Earth's surface and its physical features like mountains, rivers, and oceans. It also looks at how people live in different parts of the world and how they interact with their environment.

literature

A1

Literature refers to written works such as novels, plays, and poems that are considered to be very good or important. It can also refer to printed information about a particular subject or business.

chemistry

A1

Chemistry is the branch of science that studies what things are made of and how they react with each other. It is also a common subject taught in schools and universities.

economics

A1

Economics is the study of how people, businesses, and countries use money and resources. It explains how things are made, bought, and sold in the world.

notebook

A1

A book with blank or lined pages used for writing notes, drawing, or keeping records. It is a common tool for students, artists, and professionals to organize their thoughts and information.

pen

A1

A pen is a common handheld tool used for writing or drawing with ink on paper. It is a basic piece of stationery essential for education, office work, and personal record-keeping.

ruler

A1

A long, flat tool made of plastic, wood, or metal that has straight edges. It is used to measure the length of objects or to draw straight lines on paper.

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