cold
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.
Examples
3 of 5I 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.
The specimens must be stored in a cold environment to remain stable.
The specimens must be stored in a cold environment to remain stable.
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?
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of the 'C' in Cold as an open mouth shivering. When it is cold, you might see your breath in the air!
Quick Quiz
You should put on a sweater; it is getting very ___ in here.
Correct!
The correct answer is: cold
Examples
I need to wear a thick jacket because it is very cold outside today.
everydayI need to wear a thick jacket because it is very cold outside today.
The specimens must be stored in a cold environment to remain stable.
formalThe specimens must be stored in a cold environment to remain stable.
Brrr! It's freezing cold in this room, can we turn on the heat?
informalBrrr! It's freezing cold in this room, can we turn on the heat?
The research suggests that cold climates significantly impact regional biodiversity.
academicThe research suggests that cold climates significantly impact regional biodiversity.
The client's reaction to our proposal was quite cold and disinterested.
businessThe client's reaction to our proposal was quite cold and disinterested.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
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
Often Confused With
Cool is often a pleasant low temperature, while cold is often uncomfortable or lower in temperature.
Chilly is used for a slight coldness that makes you shiver, while cold is a more general term.
Usage Notes
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.
Common Mistakes
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.
Memory Tip
Think of the 'C' in Cold as an open mouth shivering. When it is cold, you might see your breath in the air!
Word Origin
Derived from the Old English word 'ceald', which has roots in Proto-Germanic languages meaning 'cool' or 'cold'.
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In many English-speaking countries, complaining about the cold weather is a standard social ritual used as small talk.
Quick Quiz
You should put on a sweater; it is getting very ___ in here.
Correct!
The correct answer is: cold
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