global warming
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 5We need to stop global warming to save the polar bears.
We must end the planet's heating to help polar bears live.
The government is discussing new laws to reduce global warming.
Leaders are talking about rules to lower the Earth's heat.
Global warming is making my summers way too hot.
The world getting warmer makes my summer days very uncomfortable.
Word Family
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
We need to stop global warming to save the polar bears.
everydayWe must end the planet's heating to help polar bears live.
The government is discussing new laws to reduce global warming.
formalLeaders are talking about rules to lower the Earth's heat.
Global warming is making my summers way too hot.
informalThe world getting warmer makes my summer days very uncomfortable.
Researchers are studying the effects of global warming on ocean levels.
academicScientists are looking at how the Earth's heat changes the sea.
Our company wants to lower its impact on global warming.
businessOur business wants to help stop the Earth from getting hotter.
Word Family
Common Collocations
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
Weather is what happens today (rain/sun); global warming is a long-term change in temperature.
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
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
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