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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.
The -
Denoting a specific person, thing, or group already mentioned or known
Example: I saw the movie. The movie was fantastic.
Usage: formalContext: academic writing, professional documents
Note: Used to refer to something previously mentioned or understood by both the speaker and the listener
Used to point forward to a following qualifying or defining clause or phrase
Example: She wore the dress that you gave her.
Usage: formalContext: formal speeches, written narratives
Note: Introduces a specific element that is essential for understanding the sentence
Used before a singular noun to indicate that it represents a whole species, class, or group
Example: The tiger is an endangered species.
Usage: formalContext: scientific writing, formal presentations
Note: Generalizing a particular noun to represent the entire category it belongs to
Used before an adjective to indicate a class of persons or things
Example: The rich live differently from the poor.
Usage: formal/informalContext: discussions about social classes, economic disparities
Note: Highlights a specific group within a broader category
Used before certain geographical names, points of the compass, and structures
Example: We visited the Eiffel Tower in Paris.
Usage: formal/informalContext: travel discussions, history lessons
Note: Indicates a specific location or landmark known to the speaker and listener
The's synonyms
The
The most common definite article in English, used to specify a noun.
Example: The dog barked loudly.
Note: None
This
Used to indicate a specific person or thing close to the speaker.
Example: This dog barked loudly.
Note: Specifies proximity
That
Used to indicate a specific person or thing at a distance from the speaker.
Example: That dog barked loudly.
Note: Specifies distance
Those
Used to indicate specific people or things at a distance from the speaker.
Example: Those dogs barked loudly.
Note: Plural form of 'that'
This particular
Used to emphasize a specific individual or thing.
Example: This particular dog barked loudly.
Note: Emphasizes specificity
The expressions, common phrases
The icing on the cake
This idiom means something that makes a good situation even better or perfect.
Example: Winning the championship was great, but getting a scholarship was the icing on the cake.
Note: The original word 'the' signifies a specific article, but in this idiom, it is used figuratively to emphasize an added bonus.
The ball is in your court
This phrase means it is now someone else's turn to make a decision or take action.
Example: I've made my offer, so now the ball is in your court to decide.
Note: The original word 'the' is used here to emphasize a specific situation where responsibility or action lies with someone else.
The early bird catches the worm
This saying means that those who act early or arrive first have the best chance of success.
Example: I always arrive at work before anyone else - the early bird catches the worm!
Note: The original word 'the' is part of the saying to emphasize the importance of being early to achieve success.
The grass is always greener on the other side
This idiom means people often think others' situations are better than their own.
Example: She thought a new job would make her happier, but now she realizes the grass isn't always greener on the other side.
Note: The original word 'the' is used to create a comparison between one's situation and that of others.
The whole nine yards
This phrase means doing everything possible or going all the way in a particular situation.
Example: She went all out for the party - decorations, food, music, the whole nine yards.
Note: The original word 'the' is used to emphasize completeness or thoroughness in a given context.
The pot calling the kettle black
This phrase refers to someone criticizing another for a fault they share themselves.
Example: He criticized her for being late, but it's the pot calling the kettle black since he is always late too.
Note: The original word 'the' is used to highlight the irony in the situation, where both parties have the same fault.
The apple of my eye
This expression means someone or something that is treasured above all others.
Example: My daughter is the apple of my eye - I cherish her above all else.
Note: The original word 'the' is used to emphasize the importance of the person or thing being cherished or loved.
The bottom line
This phrase refers to the most important or crucial factor in a situation.
Example: We need to increase sales - that's the bottom line for our company's survival.
Note: The original word 'the' is used to highlight the key point or outcome that matters the most.
The devil is in the details
This saying means that mistakes or problems are often found in the small details of a plan or project.
Example: Designing the project seemed easy, but the devil is in the details - there are many small, crucial elements to consider.
Note: The original word 'the' is used to emphasize the importance of paying attention to the finer points or specifics of a task.
The everyday (slang) expressions
The skinny
Refers to information or the latest details on a particular topic.
Example: Hey, what's the skinny on that new restaurant downtown?
Note: The original word 'the' is used in standard English to indicate a specific noun.
The scoop
Means the inside or exclusive information about something.
Example: I'll give you the scoop on what happened at the meeting.
Note: While 'the' is a definite article, 'the scoop' is slang for exclusive information.
The lowdown
Refers to the essential or crucial details about a situation.
Example: Can you give me the lowdown on why the party got canceled?
Note: In colloquial use, 'the lowdown' means insider details, unlike the general article 'the'.
The deal
Asks for an explanation or status update on a particular matter.
Example: So, what's the deal with the project deadline?
Note: While 'the' is a definite article, 'the deal' is used informally to inquire about a situation.
The word
Refers to rumors or news circulating about something.
Example: The word on the street is that they're getting back together.
Note: In slang usage, 'the word' conveys hearsay or information shared informally compared to the standard article 'the'.
The deets
Short for 'details', asking for specific information or particulars about an event.
Example: Can you give me the deets on the party this weekend?
Note: This slang term abbreviates 'details' and is used informally compared to the regular usage of 'the'.
The 411
Comes from the notion of 'information', asking for the latest news or updates.
Example: Do you have the 411 on what's going on with the faculty meeting?
Note: 'The 411' is slang for information or news, whereas 'the' is a standard article in English.
The - Examples
The sun is shining brightly today.
The cat is sitting on the fence.
The book on the table is mine.
The restaurant serves delicious food.
The grammar
The - Pronoun (Pronoun) / Determiner (Determiner)
Lemma: the
Conjugations
Syllables, Separation and Stress
The Contains 1 syllables: the
Phonetic transcription: t͟hə
the , t͟hə (The red syllable is stressed)
The - 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.
The: 0 - 100 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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