In this lesson, we learn how to make adjectives stronger using the words very and really. These words help us describe things in a more powerful way.
Examples:
This pizza is very good!
She is really tired.
It’s a very hot day.
We use very and really before adjectives to show stronger feelings or opinions.
GRAMMAR: Using "Very" and "Really" with Adjectives
Structure:
Subject + be + very/really + adjective
Examples:
She is very tired.
He is really happy.
They are very excited about the trip.
Important Notes:
Use very and really only before adjectives or adverbs.
Both words are similar, but really is a bit more informal.
Questions:
Is she very tired?
Are they really excited?
Short Answers:
Yes, she is. / No, she isn’t.
Yes, they are. / No, they aren’t.
VOCABULARY
Very – used to make an adjective stronger
Really – also used to make an adjective stronger
Tired – needing rest
Happy – feeling good
Excited – feeling great happiness and interest
Hungry – needing food
Cold – low temperature
Hot – high temperature
Funny – makes you laugh
Big – large in size
USEFUL EXPRESSIONS
It’s very cold today.
She is really smart.
That was a very good movie.
Are you really hungry?
He is very funny.
SENTENCES
Positive:
I am very happy.
She is really tired.
This cake is very good.
Negative:
I’m not very hungry.
He isn’t really excited.
They aren’t very cold.
Questions:
Are you very tired?
Is he really busy?
Is this very important?
Answers:
Yes, I am. / No, I’m not.
Yes, he is. / No, he isn’t.
CONVERSATION
Tom: How are you today?
Lena: I’m really tired. I didn’t sleep well.
Tom: Oh no! Do you want some coffee?
Lena: Yes, please! That would be very nice.
Tom: I’m really hungry. Let’s get breakfast too.
Lena: Great idea! I know a very good place.
READING
Anna is a student. She is very busy because she studies and works. She wakes up early and goes to bed late. On weekends, she is really tired and likes to rest. One Saturday, her friend Julia came over. Julia was very happy because she had good news. She got a new job! Anna was really excited for her friend. They talked, laughed, and ate very delicious food together.
Questions and Answers:
Is Anna busy?
Yes, she is.
Why is she tired on weekends?
Because she studies and works.
What was Julia’s good news?
She got a new job.
How did Anna feel?
She was really excited.
What did they do together?
They talked, laughed, and ate very delicious food.
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