B2 adjective Neutro

adverb

/ˈædvɜːrb/

An adverb is a part of speech used to modify a verb, an adjective, another adverb, or a whole sentence. It typically expresses manner, place, time, frequency, degree, or level of certainty.

Exemplos

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1

She spoke quietly so as not to wake the sleeping baby.

She talked in a low volume to avoid disturbing the infant's sleep.

2

The committee will subsequently review the proposal after the initial audit.

The group will look at the plan later following the first official check.

3

I'll be there really soon, I just need to grab my keys.

I will arrive very shortly once I have my keys.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
adverb
Advérbio
adverbially
Adjetivo
adverbial
Relacionado
adverbial
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Dica de memorização

Look at the word itself: AD-VERB. It tells you that it ADds information to a VERB.

Quiz rápido

The professional driver handled the sharp turn ___.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: skilfully

Exemplos

1

She spoke quietly so as not to wake the sleeping baby.

everyday

She talked in a low volume to avoid disturbing the infant's sleep.

2

The committee will subsequently review the proposal after the initial audit.

formal

The group will look at the plan later following the first official check.

3

I'll be there really soon, I just need to grab my keys.

informal

I will arrive very shortly once I have my keys.

4

The data were analyzed quantitatively to determine the statistical significance.

academic

The information was studied using numbers to find meaningful patterns.

5

We must act decisively to ensure we do not lose our market share.

business

We need to make firm decisions quickly to keep our position in the industry.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
adverb
Advérbio
adverbially
Adjetivo
adverbial
Relacionado
adverbial

Colocações comuns

adverb of manner a word describing how an action is performed
adverb of frequency a word describing how often something occurs
conjunctive adverb a word that connects two independent ideas
intensifying adverb a word used to add emphasis to an adjective
modify an adverb the act of one adverb describing another

Frases Comuns

relative adverb

an adverb that introduces a relative clause

sentence adverb

an adverb that modifies the entire meaning of a sentence

adverbial phrase

a group of words that functions as an adverb

Frequentemente confundido com

adverb vs adjective

Adjectives describe nouns and pronouns, while adverbs describe verbs, adjectives, and other adverbs.

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Notas de uso

While many adverbs are formed by adding '-ly' to an adjective, some are irregular (like 'well') or look the same as adjectives (like 'fast'). They can usually be moved to different positions in a sentence without changing the basic meaning.

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Erros comuns

Learners often use an adjective when an adverb is required, such as saying 'he runs quick' instead of 'he runs quickly'.

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Dica de memorização

Look at the word itself: AD-VERB. It tells you that it ADds information to a VERB.

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Origem da palavra

Derived from the Latin 'adverbium', where 'ad-' means 'to' and 'verbum' means 'word' or 'verb'.

Padrões gramaticais

can be used in comparative and superlative forms (e.g., more slowly) often ends in -ly can modify entire clauses

Quiz rápido

The professional driver handled the sharp turn ___.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: skilfully

Palavras relacionadas

contraposable

C1

To subject a logical proposition to contraposition, which involves negating both the subject and the predicate and reversing their order. This operation is used in formal logic to derive a statement that is logically equivalent to the original conditional statement.

inplictude

C1

The quality or state of being implicit rather than expressly stated. It refers to the presence of underlying meanings, suggestions, or unspoken assumptions within a communication or situation.

intravincive

C1

Describing the internal forces, bonds, or links within a structure or group that promote cohesion and stability. It refers to the quality of being self-binding or inwardly connected, often preventing a system from breaking apart.

disturbward

C1

Describing a direction, tendency, or progression toward a state of disturbance, agitation, or disorder. It characterizes something that is increasingly becoming unsettled or disruptive rather than maintaining stability.

abdocion

C1

Describing a movement, force, or logical process that leads away from a central axis or established standard. It is primarily used in specialized technical contexts to describe muscles pulling a limb away from the body or ideas that diverge from a main thesis.

postturbism

C1

Relating to the state of calm or the specific social and psychological atmosphere that follows a period of intense upheaval or turbulence. It describes the condition of recovering order while still being shaped by the lingering effects of the preceding chaos.

undercidcide

C1

Refers to a state where a decision or ruling has been formulated at a subordinate or preliminary level but remains subject to higher-level review or finalization. It characterizes a provisional stage in legal or administrative processes where a result is pending official confirmation.

commedicy

C1

Describing something that possesses the structural or thematic essence of a traditional comedy, often characterized by a lighthearted tone and a resolution of conflict. It is used primarily in literary or theatrical analysis to denote the inherent 'spirit' of a humorous work.

foresedty

C1

To preemptively arrange, settle, or establish a situation in order to prevent future complications. It involves taking decisive action based on a prediction to ensure a stable and resolved state before a specific event occurs.

macrophotoity

C1

To capture or document subjects at extreme magnification, typically using specialized photographic equipment to reveal details invisible to the naked eye. This verb describes the action of producing high-resolution, close-up imagery for scientific, forensic, or artistic purposes.

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