English

eco-friendly

gb/ˈikoʊ fɹˈɛndli/ us/ˈikoʊ fɹˈɛndli/
B1 English
Senses
0 senses
phrase B1 property
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not harmful to the environment

good for the environment

Usage pattern: eco-friendly + [noun]
Common mistake:
Spelling: usually hyphenated (eco-friendly).
Themes
environment |shopping |business
Examples
  • They switched to eco-friendly packaging made from recycled paper.
  • This cleaner is eco-friendly and safe to use around pets.
  • The company claims its new process is more eco-friendly.
Learner examples
  • This bottle is eco-friendly.
  • We want eco-friendly bags.
Grammar
Dictionary form
eco-friendly
IPA
GB/ˈikoʊ fɹˈɛndli/
US/ˈikoʊ fɹˈɛndli/
Syllables & stress
eco - friendly (2 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (eco)
Word forms
Noun
  • Base: eco-friendly
  • Plural: eco-friendlies
Expressions

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