A1 noun 중립 #547 가장 일반적인

star

/stɑːr/

A star is a very large ball of burning gas in space that looks like a small point of light in the night sky. In a broader sense, it can also refer to a famous person in movies, music, or sports.

예시

3 / 5
1

The night sky was clear and full of bright stars.

The night sky was clear and full of bright stars.

2

The astronomer pointed out the North Star during the lecture.

The astronomer pointed out the North Star during the lecture.

3

Look at all those stars; it's a beautiful night!

Look at all those stars; it's a beautiful night!

어휘 가족

명사
star
Verb
star
부사
starrily
형용사
starry
관련
stardom
💡

암기 팁

Think of the five-pointed shape you draw on paper; that shape is called a 'star' and represents the light we see in the sky.

빠른 퀴즈

The ______ is so clear tonight that I can see the Big Dipper.

정답!

정답은: b

예시

1

The night sky was clear and full of bright stars.

everyday

The night sky was clear and full of bright stars.

2

The astronomer pointed out the North Star during the lecture.

formal

The astronomer pointed out the North Star during the lecture.

3

Look at all those stars; it's a beautiful night!

informal

Look at all those stars; it's a beautiful night!

4

The classification of a star depends on its temperature and luminosity.

academic

The classification of a star depends on its temperature and luminosity.

5

She is the star employee of our marketing department this month.

business

She is the star employee of our marketing department this month.

어휘 가족

명사
star
Verb
star
부사
starrily
형용사
starry
관련
stardom

자주 쓰는 조합

bright star a star that gives off a lot of light
shooting star a streak of light caused by a meteor
starry sky a sky full of visible stars
movie star a very famous actor
under the stars outdoors at night

자주 쓰는 구문

reach for the stars

to aim for very high or difficult goals

born under a lucky star

to be very lucky in life

thank your lucky stars

to be very grateful for something

자주 혼동되는 단어

star vs planet

Stars twinkle and produce their own light, while planets usually shine with a steady light reflected from the sun.

star vs sun

The Sun is actually a star, but we use the word 'Sun' specifically for the one closest to Earth that provides daylight.

📝

사용 참고사항

Use 'star' to describe the objects you see in the sky at night when there are no clouds. It is also commonly used as a metaphor for success or fame.

⚠️

자주 하는 실수

Learners sometimes forget that the Sun is a star and may think the words are mutually exclusive in scientific contexts.

💡

암기 팁

Think of the five-pointed shape you draw on paper; that shape is called a 'star' and represents the light we see in the sky.

📖

어원

Derived from the Old English word 'steorra', which comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to strew' or 'to spread', like lights spread across the sky.

문법 패턴

Countable noun: one star, two stars Often used with the preposition 'at': Look at the stars. Can be used as an attributive noun: star performer, star pupil.
🌍

문화적 맥락

Stars have been used for thousands of years by sailors for navigation and by many cultures to create myths and constellations.

빠른 퀴즈

The ______ is so clear tonight that I can see the Big Dipper.

정답!

정답은: b

Weather 관련 단어

windy

A1

Windy is an adjective used to describe weather conditions where there is a lot of strong, moving air. It characterizes a day or a place where the wind is blowing harder than usual, often making it feel colder or causing objects to move.

foggy

A1

Foggy is an adjective used to describe weather where there is a thick cloud of tiny water droplets near the ground. It makes it very difficult to see things that are far away or even close by.

stormy

A1

Describes weather that is characterized by strong winds, heavy rain, and often thunder or lightning. It can also refer to a situation or relationship marked by strong conflict or angry arguments.

overcast

A1

An overcast is a condition where the entire sky is covered with clouds and no sun can be seen. It describes a grey and dull sky that often happens before rain or during cold days.

cool

A1

Describes a temperature that is moderately cold, typically in a way that is pleasant or refreshing. It is used to describe weather that is neither hot nor very cold, often requiring a light jacket.

freezing

A1

Freezing refers to the temperature at which water turns into ice, which is 0°C or 32°F. It describes the process or the state of the weather when it is cold enough for liquid to become solid.

humid

A1

Humid describes air that feels wet, damp, and sticky because it contains a lot of water vapor. It is often used to describe hot weather that makes you feel sweaty.

wet

A1

Describes something that is covered in or full of water or another liquid. In the context of weather, it refers to a day or period when it is raining.

mild

A1

Mild describes weather that is warmer than usual for a specific time of year, especially in winter or autumn. It means the temperature is moderate and pleasant, rather than being very cold or freezing.

rain

A1

Rain is water that falls from clouds in the sky in small drops. It is a natural weather event that provides water for plants and fills rivers and lakes.

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