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Due
d(j)u
Extremely common
600 - 700
600 - 700
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
Due -
Expected or required to happen, be done, or be given at a particular time
Example: The assignment is due on Friday.
Usage: formalContext: academic or professional settings
Note: Commonly used in contexts related to deadlines or obligations
Owed as a debt or payment
Example: The rent is due at the end of the month.
Usage: formalContext: financial or legal contexts
Note: Refers to money or other obligations that need to be paid
Deserving or meriting something
Example: She received the promotion due to her hard work.
Usage: formalContext: professional or academic settings
Note: Indicates that something is rightfully earned or deserved
A result of or caused by a particular factor or circumstance
Example: The delay was due to bad weather.
Usage: formalContext: describing causes or reasons
Note: Used to explain the reason behind a situation or outcome
Due's synonyms
owed
When something is owed, it means that it is expected to be paid or done as a duty or obligation.
Example: The rent is owed by the end of the month.
Note: Similar to 'due,' but specifically emphasizes a debt or obligation.
payable
If something is payable, it means that it must be paid.
Example: The invoice is payable upon receipt.
Note: Focuses on the requirement of payment, similar to 'due.'
expected
When something is expected, it means that it is anticipated or looked forward to.
Example: The report is expected by the end of the week.
Note: While it conveys a similar sense of anticipation as 'due,' it may not always imply a strict deadline or obligation.
scheduled
If something is scheduled, it means that it is planned or arranged to happen at a particular time.
Example: The meeting is scheduled for 2 p.m.
Note: Focuses on the specific timing or arrangement, similar to 'due' in terms of timing but may not always imply a deadline.
Due expressions, common phrases
due to
This phrase is used to indicate the reason or cause of something.
Example: The event was canceled due to bad weather.
Note: The phrase 'due to' is used to introduce a reason, while 'due' on its own refers to something owed or scheduled.
due date
Refers to the deadline by which something must be completed or paid.
Example: The assignment is due on Friday.
Note: While 'due' alone implies something owed, 'due date' specifies the deadline or time by which it should be fulfilled.
give someone their due
To acknowledge someone's positive qualities or actions even if you do not particularly like them.
Example: I may not like him, but I have to give him his due – he is a hard worker.
Note: This phrase focuses on recognizing someone's merits rather than something owed.
overdue
Something that is not completed or returned by the required time or deadline.
Example: The library book is overdue by two weeks.
Note: While 'due' refers to something scheduled or owed, 'overdue' emphasizes that it has passed the expected time limit.
pay your dues
To engage in hard work or gain experience necessary for success or acceptance.
Example: Before becoming successful, you have to pay your dues and work hard.
Note: This phrase refers to the effort or experience needed to achieve a certain status or position rather than a literal payment.
in due course
Refers to something that will happen or be done at the appropriate or expected time.
Example: The results of the investigation will be released in due course.
Note: While 'due' alone signifies something scheduled, 'in due course' specifies that it will occur at the right time.
meet one's dues
To fulfill or satisfy what is owed or expected.
Example: He finally met his dues after years of hard work.
Note: This phrase emphasizes meeting the obligations or expectations rather than just the concept of something being owed.
Due everyday (slang) expressions
do
In informal spoken English, 'do' is often used instead of 'due' to mean something that needs to be done or accomplished.
Example: I need to do my homework before I go out.
Note: The slang term 'do' is a shortened and more informal version of 'due'.
addle
In colloquial English, 'addle' is used to describe feeling confused, disoriented, or mentally mixed up, often leading to tasks not being completed on time.
Example: I'm a bit addled today, so I might not get everything done.
Note: The term 'addle' has a more informal and playful tone compared to 'due', and it emphasizes a state of mental confusion.
doo
'Doo' is a humorous and slangy abbreviation of 'due', commonly used in casual conversations.
Example: I have a whole list of things to doo this weekend.
Note: While 'doo' retains the meaning of tasks or responsibilities that need to be completed, its whimsical nature sets it apart from the formal 'due'.
duty
In informal contexts, 'duty' is sometimes used in place of 'due' to refer to obligations or responsibilities that need to be fulfilled.
Example: It's my duty to finish this report by tomorrow.
Note: Although 'duty' can synonymously refer to tasks that need to be completed, it carries a stronger sense of obligation and responsibility compared to 'due'.
deadline
In casual speech, 'deadline' can be used informally to refer to something that needs to be completed by a certain time or date.
Example: The project has a tight deadline, so it's important to finish it on time.
Note: While 'deadline' and 'due' both convey the idea of a time limit for completion, 'deadline' is more specific and emphasizes the urgency of finishing a task on time.
whip
In colloquial language, 'whip' is used as a slang term for completing a task quickly or efficiently, especially something that is expected soon.
Example: I have to whip up a presentation for tomorrow.
Note: The slang term 'whip' adds a sense of speed and efficiency to the concept of 'due', highlighting the need to complete something promptly.
fix
In informal speech, 'fix' can be used to mean attending to or resolving something before it is due or needed.
Example: Let me fix this issue before the deadline hits.
Note: While 'fix' can imply a quick resolution similar to 'due', it often emphasizes the act of resolving a problem or completing a task rather than just meeting a deadline.
Due - Examples
The report is due next week.
He didn't get the job due to his lack of experience.
The next train is due in 10 minutes.
Due grammar
Due - Adjective (Adjective) / Adjective (Adjective)
Lemma: due
Conjugations
Adjective (Adjective): due
Adverb (Adverb): due
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): due
Syllables, Separation and Stress
due Contains 1 syllables: due
Phonetic transcription: ˈdü
due , ˈdü (The red syllable is stressed)
Due - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
due: 600 - 700 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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