A2 adjective Neutro #442 mais comum

natural

/ˈnætʃ.ər.əl/

Describes something that exists in or is caused by nature, rather than being made or changed by humans. It can also refer to someone's innate abilities or a relaxed, normal way of behaving.

Exemplos

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1

She has natural blonde hair.

Her hair color is original and not dyed.

2

The government is committed to protecting the natural habitat of these birds.

The state promises to save the original living environment of the birds.

3

Don't pose too much for the photo; just try to look natural.

Try to look relaxed and normal in the picture.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
nature
Verb
naturalize
Advérbio
naturally
Adjetivo
natural
Relacionado
naturalist
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Dica de memorização

Think of the word 'Nature'. If something belongs to 'Nature', it is 'Natural'.

Quiz rápido

He has a ___ talent for playing the piano; he never even took lessons.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: natural

Exemplos

1

She has natural blonde hair.

everyday

Her hair color is original and not dyed.

2

The government is committed to protecting the natural habitat of these birds.

formal

The state promises to save the original living environment of the birds.

3

Don't pose too much for the photo; just try to look natural.

informal

Try to look relaxed and normal in the picture.

4

Natural selection is the process by which species adapt to their environment.

academic

The biological process of survival of the fittest is essential to evolution.

5

The company prefers natural growth over acquiring smaller competitors.

business

The business wants to grow through its own sales rather than buying other companies.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
nature
Verb
naturalize
Advérbio
naturally
Adjetivo
natural
Relacionado
naturalist

Colocações comuns

natural disaster a violent event like a flood or earthquake
natural resources materials like oil or wood found in nature
natural talent an ability someone is born with
natural light light coming from the sun
natural beauty attractiveness that is not modified or artificial

Frases Comuns

it's only natural

it is a normal and expected reaction

a natural-born leader

someone with innate leadership skills

die of natural causes

to die from illness or old age rather than an accident

Frequentemente confundido com

natural vs nature

Nature is a noun (the physical world), while natural is an adjective (describing the world).

natural vs normal

Normal means usual or average, while natural means occurring in nature or being innate.

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Notas de uso

Use 'natural' to describe things not altered by humans. When describing people, it means they are acting in a way that is not forced or fake.

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Erros comuns

Learners often use the noun 'nature' as an adjective, saying 'nature food' instead of 'natural food'.

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Dica de memorização

Think of the word 'Nature'. If something belongs to 'Nature', it is 'Natural'.

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Origem da palavra

Derived from the Latin 'naturalis', meaning 'by birth' or 'according to nature'.

Padrões gramaticais

Attributive use (before a noun): natural beauty Predicative use (after a linking verb): It feels natural Can be followed by a 'to + infinitive' structure: It's natural to feel nervous
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Contexto cultural

In Western marketing, the word 'natural' is frequently used on food packaging to imply healthiness, though its legal definition is often broad.

Quiz rápido

He has a ___ talent for playing the piano; he never even took lessons.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: natural

Palavras relacionadas

proceed

C1

The noun form, typically used in the plural 'proceeds,' refers to the total amount of money received from a particular event, sale, or activity. It is a formal term used in academic, legal, and business contexts to describe the result of a financial transaction or fundraising effort.

individual

C1

Relating to a single person or thing as distinct from a group. It describes something that is intended for, or used by, one person rather than a collective entity.

appropriately

B2

To perform an action in a manner that is suitable, right, or proper for a particular situation, person, or occasion. It implies following specific social norms, professional standards, or logical requirements.

region

B2

A region is an area of land that has common features, such as geography, climate, or culture, which distinguish it from other areas. It can refer to a large part of a country or the world and is often used in administrative or scientific contexts to organize space.

resource

B2

A stock or supply of money, materials, staff, and other assets that can be drawn on by a person or organization in order to function effectively. In academic and informational contexts, it refers to a source of information or expertise used to support research or learning.

to

A1

Used to indicate the place, person, or thing that someone or something moves toward. It can also mark the recipient of an action or the limit of a range.

and

A1

A primary conjunction used to connect words, phrases, or clauses that are grammatically equal. It indicates addition, a sequence of events, or a relationship between two things.

a

A1

A word used before a singular noun that is not specific or is being mentioned for the first time. It is used only before words that begin with a consonant sound to indicate one of something.

that

A1

This word is a demonstrative pronoun used to indicate a specific person, object, or idea that is further away in space or time from the speaker. It is also used to refer back to something that has already been mentioned or to introduce a clause that identifies something.

I

A1

The pronoun 'I' is used by a speaker or writer to refer to themselves as the subject of a verb. It is the first-person singular subject pronoun in English and is always capitalized regardless of its position in a sentence.

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