Английский

smooth

gb/smˈuð/ us/smˈuð/
A2 Английский
~ 2700
Значения
0 значений
adjective A2 property
1

having an even, flat surface

Flat and without bumps or rough parts.

Модель употребления: [something] is smooth
Частая ошибка:
Learners sometimes confuse 'smooth' with 'soft', but 'smooth' refers to surface texture, not firmness.
Синонимы
even (Emphasizes uniformity of the surface without irregularities.) | flat (Focuses on levelness, often in a horizontal sense.)
Антонимы
rough (Has an uneven or irregular surface.) | bumpy (Has small raised areas, opposite of smooth.)
Коллокации
smooth surface |smooth skin |smooth texture |smooth road
Темы
daily life |description |materials |daily_life |core_vocabulary
Примеры
  • The table has a smooth wooden surface.
  • Her skin felt smooth after using the lotion.
  • The lake was completely smooth in the early morning.
  • The stone was worn smooth by the river.
  • This fabric is incredibly smooth to the touch.
Примеры для изучающих
  • The glass is smooth.
  • My hair feels smooth today.
  • This road is smooth now.
  • The plate is very smooth.
adjective B1 property
2

moving easily and evenly

Happening or moving in an easy way without problems or stops.

Модель употребления: [something] is smooth
Частая ошибка:
Learners may confuse 'smooth' in this sense with 'easy', but 'smooth' here often implies physical or process flow, not just low difficulty.
Синонимы
effortless (Emphasizes lack of effort required.) | seamless (Highlights the absence of noticeable breaks or transitions.)
Антонимы
jerky (Moves with sudden, uneven motions.) | rough (Unpleasant or bumpy movement.)
Коллокации
smooth ride |smooth transition |smooth flight |smooth motion
Темы
daily life |movement |core_vocabulary
Примеры
  • The elevator ride was smooth and quiet.
  • We had a smooth flight with no turbulence.
  • The transition between scenes was smooth.
  • His movements were smooth and graceful.
  • The car runs smooth even on rough roads.
Примеры для изучающих
  • The bus ride was smooth.
  • Her dance was very smooth.
  • The meeting went smooth.
  • Our trip was smooth.
adjective B1 property
3

without problems or difficulties

Happening in a good way without problems.

Модель употребления: [process/event] is smooth
Частая ошибка:
Learners sometimes omit '-ly' when using 'smoothly' as an adverb, causing grammar errors.
Синонимы
trouble-free (Completely without problems.) | easy-going (Relaxed and without stress, less formal.)
Антонимы
problematic (Full of problems or difficulties.) | rocky (Informal; full of difficulties.)
Коллокации
smooth process |smooth operation |smooth start
Темы
daily life |business |work |core_vocabulary
Примеры
  • The launch went smoothly thanks to good planning.
  • Negotiations were surprisingly smooth.
  • We had a smooth start to the project.
  • Everything ran smooth during the event.
  • They enjoyed a smooth recovery after surgery.
Примеры для изучающих
  • The meeting was smooth.
  • Our trip was very smooth.
  • The work went smooth.
  • It was a smooth day at school.
adjective B2 property
4

having a pleasant manner or style

Polite and confident in a way that is easy to like.

Модель употребления: [someone] is smooth
Синонимы
suave (Stylish and charming, often for men.) | polished (Well-mannered and refined.)
Антонимы
awkward (Socially uncomfortable or clumsy.) | rough (Lacking refinement or gentleness.)
Коллокации
smooth talker |smooth style
Темы
people |communication |core_vocabulary
Примеры
  • He's such a smooth talker that everyone believes him.
  • Her presentation was smooth and professional.
  • He made a smooth introduction to the topic.
  • She handled the interview questions with smooth confidence.
  • They admire his smooth way of handling customers.
Примеры для изучающих
  • He is a smooth speaker.
  • She has a smooth voice.
  • He gave a smooth answer.
  • Her style is very smooth.
Глагол B1 action
5

make a surface even and flat

To make something flat and without bumps by pressing or rubbing it.

Модель употребления: to smooth [something]
Синонимы
flatten (Make flat, often by pressing down.) | level (Make even in height across a surface.)
Антонимы
roughen (Make uneven or coarse.)
Коллокации
smooth the surface |smooth wrinkles
Темы
daily life |crafts |work |daily_life
Примеры
  • She smoothed the wrinkles out of her dress.
  • Use sandpaper to smooth the wood before painting.
  • He smoothed his hair with his hand.
  • The baker smoothed the icing on the cake.
  • She smoothed the paper onto the board.
Примеры для изучающих
  • I smoothed my shirt.
  • He smoothed the cake icing.
  • She smoothed her hair.
  • We smoothed the floor with sandpaper.
Грамматика
Словарная форма
smooth
IPA
GB/smˈuð/
US/smˈuð/
Слоги и ударение
smooth (1 слог)
Stress on 1st syllable (smooth)
Формы слова
Adjective
  • Base: smooth
  • Comparative: smoother
  • Superlative: smoothest
Verb
  • Base: smooth
  • 3rd Person Singular: smoothes, smooths
  • Present Participle: smoothing
  • Past: smoothed
  • Past Participle: smoothed
Родственные слова
Forms
smoothes verb smooths verb smoothing verb smoothed verb smoother adjective smoothest adjective
Core family
smoothly adverb B1 smoothness noun
Related words
smoothie noun
Negative and opposite forms
rough adjective A2
Выражения

smooth sailing

1
/smˈuð sˈeɪlɪŋ/
idiom

progress without problems after starting something

When things are going well and there are no problems after you start something.

Примеры
  • After we solved the initial issues, it was all smooth sailing from there.
  • Once you learn the basics, driving becomes smooth sailing.

smooth sailing

1
/smˈuð sˈeɪlɪŋ/
idiom

no trouble; everything goes well

everything is easy and going well

Примеры
  • Once the contract was signed, it was smooth sailing.
  • With a good plan, the move should be smooth sailing.

smooth something over

1
/smˈuð sˈʌmθɪŋ ˈoʊvɚ/
phrasal verb

reduce tension or seriousness of a problem

To make a problem seem less bad or make people feel better about it.

Примеры
  • He tried to smooth over the disagreement between his friends.
  • The manager smoothed over the issue with the client quickly.

as smooth as silk

1
/ˈæz smˈuð ˈæz sˈɪlk/
idiom

Extremely smooth or easy

Very smooth or happening in a very easy, controlled way.

Примеры
  • Her skin was as smooth as silk.
  • The car’s new engine runs as smooth as silk.
  • The car's acceleration was as smooth as silk.
  • Her presentation was as smooth as silk from beginning to end.
  • The dancer’s movements were as smooth as silk on the stage.

go smoothly

1
/ɡˈoʊ smˈuðli/
fixed phrase

happen without problems

used when an event or plan happens in a good way, with no big problems or delays

Примеры
  • The interview went smoothly thanks to good preparation.
  • I hope the surgery goes smoothly tomorrow.
  • Everything went smoothly during the ceremony.
  • Everything went smoothly during the move to our new office.
  • If the talks go smoothly, they could sign a deal this week.

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