A1 noun Neutral

global warming

/ˈɡloʊ.bəl ˈwɔːr.mɪŋ/

Global warming is the slow increase in the Earth's temperature because of pollution. It happens when certain gases trap heat in the atmosphere, making the planet hotter over time.

Examples

3 of 5
1

We need to stop global warming to save the polar bears.

We must end the planet's heating to help polar bears live.

2

The government is discussing new laws to reduce global warming.

Leaders are talking about rules to lower the Earth's heat.

3

Global warming is making my summers way too hot.

The world getting warmer makes my summer days very uncomfortable.

Word Family

Noun
global warming
Verb
warm
Adverb
globally
Adjective
global
Related
warmth
💡

Memory Tip

Think of a 'Globe' (the Earth) inside a 'Warm' oven.

Quick Quiz

Scientists say that _____ is making the ice melt at the North Pole.

Correct!

The correct answer is: global warming

Examples

1

We need to stop global warming to save the polar bears.

everyday

We must end the planet's heating to help polar bears live.

2

The government is discussing new laws to reduce global warming.

formal

Leaders are talking about rules to lower the Earth's heat.

3

Global warming is making my summers way too hot.

informal

The world getting warmer makes my summer days very uncomfortable.

4

Researchers are studying the effects of global warming on ocean levels.

academic

Scientists are looking at how the Earth's heat changes the sea.

5

Our company wants to lower its impact on global warming.

business

Our business wants to help stop the Earth from getting hotter.

Word Family

Noun
global warming
Verb
warm
Adverb
globally
Adjective
global
Related
warmth

Common Collocations

fight global warming work to stop the world from getting hot
cause global warming to be the reason the planet gets hotter
reduce global warming to make the world's heating less serious
effects of global warming the results of the Earth getting warmer
stop global warming to end the process of the planet heating up

Common Phrases

the threat of global warming

the danger that the world getting hotter brings

combat global warming

to fight against the Earth's rising temperature

impact of global warming

the change caused by the Earth getting warmer

Often Confused With

global warming vs weather

Weather is what happens today (rain/sun); global warming is a long-term change in temperature.

global warming vs climate change

Global warming is specifically the rise in heat; climate change includes all changes like rain and wind patterns.

📝

Usage Notes

Use 'global warming' when talking specifically about the Earth's temperature going up. It is usually an uncountable noun and does not need 'a' or 'an'.

⚠️

Common Mistakes

Learners often say 'the global warming' in general sentences. Use it without 'the' when speaking about the concept generally, like 'Global warming is a problem.'

💡

Memory Tip

Think of a 'Globe' (the Earth) inside a 'Warm' oven.

📖

Word Origin

From 'global' (meaning the whole world) and 'warming' (the process of becoming hot).

Grammar Patterns

uncountable noun often used without an article can be followed by 'on' (e.g., impact on global warming)
🌍

Cultural Context

It is a very common topic in news, schools, and politics worldwide because it affects everyone's future.

Quick Quiz

Scientists say that _____ is making the ice melt at the North Pole.

Correct!

The correct answer is: global warming

Related Phrases

More nature words

rainforest

A1

A thick forest in a tropical area that receives a large amount of rain throughout the year. It is a dense habitat known for having many different types of plants and animals.

wetland

A1

A wetland is an area of land that is always wet or covered with shallow water. It is a very important place where many different plants and animals, like birds and frogs, live.

coral reef

A1

A coral reef is a large underwater structure made from the skeletons of small sea animals called corals. They are usually found in warm, shallow parts of the ocean and provide a home for many types of fish.

vegetation

A1

Vegetation refers to all the plants and trees that grow in a particular area. It is used to describe the green cover of the earth, like forests or grass.

foliage

A1

Foliage refers to the leaves of a plant or tree, considered as a group. It is often used to describe the overall appearance and mass of greenery in a landscape or forest.

canopy

A1

A canopy is a cover that hangs over something, like a bed or a seat, to provide shade or protection. In nature, it is the top layer of a forest where the branches and leaves of tall trees meet to form a roof.

photosynthesis

A1

Photosynthesis is the natural process that green plants use to make their own food. They use sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide to create energy and release oxygen into the air.

pollination

A1

Pollination is the process of moving pollen from one flower to another to help plants make seeds and fruit. This is usually done by insects like bees or by the wind.

seedling

A1

A seedling is a very young plant that has just started to grow from a seed. It usually has a small green stem and its first few tiny leaves.

sapling

A1

A sapling is a very young tree with a thin trunk. It is the stage of growth after a seed sprouts but before it becomes a large, mature tree.

Was this helpful?

Comments (0)

Login to Comment
No comments yet. Be the first to share your thoughts!

Start learning languages for free

Start Learning Free