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B1 Noun (plural) #46 الأكثر شيوعاً 11 دقيقة للقراءة

wings

الأكثر شيوعاً #46

تدرّب عليها أمثلة ملاحظات ونصائح wings في 30 ثانية

الشرح wings in your Level:

At the A1 level, 'wings' is a very simple word. It means the parts of a bird that help it fly. You can think of a bird like a plane. A bird has two wings. A plane also has two wings. You might see wings on a butterfly in the garden. They are often colorful. You can use this word when you talk about animals or travel. For example: 'The bird has blue wings.' or 'The plane has big wings.' It is a plural word because there are usually two. If you have one, it is a 'wing.' But we almost always say 'wings' because birds and planes need both to fly. You might also hear this word when you eat. Some people like to eat chicken wings. They are small and tasty. So, remember: wings are for flying and wings are for eating!

سجّل مجاناً لقراءة الشرح الكامل

At the A2 level, you can use 'wings' in more sentences. You know that birds, bees, and airplanes have wings. You can describe them using adjectives. For example, 'The eagle has powerful wings' or 'The bee has tiny wings.' You can also talk about buildings. Some big houses or schools have a 'west wing' and an 'east wing.' This means a part of the building on the left or right side. You might also learn the phrase 'under someone's wing.' This means that a person is taking care of you and teaching you. For example, 'The teacher took the new student under her wing.' This is a nice way to say someone is helping you. You also see 'wings' in sports. In soccer, the players on the sides of the field are sometimes called 'wingers' because they play on the 'wings' of the field.

سجّل مجاناً لقراءة الشرح الكامل

At the B1 level, you should understand that 'wings' has several different meanings depending on the context. In biology, you can discuss how wings allow for migration and survival. In aeronautics, you can talk about the wings of an aircraft and how they are essential for lift. You should also be familiar with the architectural use, where 'wings' refer to lateral sections of a large building. For instance, 'The hospital's new maternity wing opened last month.' Additionally, 'wings' is used in the theater to describe the areas off-stage where actors wait. A common idiom at this level is 'waiting in the wings,' which means being ready to do something or take over a role. You might also encounter 'wings' in a political context, referring to the different groups within a political party, like the 'liberal wing' or the 'conservative wing.'

At the B2 level, you can use 'wings' more metaphorically and technically. You might discuss the 'aerodynamics of wings' in a science essay or the 'political wings' of a government in a social studies class. You should be comfortable with idioms like 'to spread one's wings,' which means to start doing new things and become independent. For example, 'After working at the same company for ten years, he decided to spread his wings and start his own business.' You also understand the nuance of 'clipping someone's wings,' which means to limit someone's freedom or power. In literature, wings often symbolize freedom, transcendence, or the divine. You can analyze how an author uses 'wings' to represent a character's desire to escape their current situation. Your vocabulary should also include related words like 'wing-span' and 'wing-tip.'

سجّل مجاناً لقراءة الشرح الكامل

At the C1 level, your use of 'wings' should be precise and varied. You can use it in technical discussions about fluid dynamics, explaining how the shape of a wing (an airfoil) creates a pressure difference. In political analysis, you can describe the 'radical wings' of a movement and how they influence the central platform. You are familiar with more obscure idioms and literary references. For instance, you might use 'on the wings of' to describe how an idea or a feeling spreads quickly. You can also use 'wings' in a military context to describe the divisions of an air force. Your understanding of the word includes its historical etymology and how its meaning has evolved from purely biological to architectural, mechanical, and ideological. You can use the word fluently in both formal academic writing and informal idiomatic speech.

سجّل مجاناً لقراءة الشرح الكامل

At the C2 level, you possess a masterly command of the word 'wings' and its myriad connotations. You can employ it in philosophical discourse, perhaps referencing the 'wings of the soul' in Platonic thought or the 'wings of time' in classical poetry. You understand the subtle distinctions between 'wings,' 'pinions,' and 'factions' and can choose the most appropriate term for any given register. You can discuss the 'left-wing' and 'right-wing' dichotomy with a deep understanding of its origins in the French National Assembly. In technical fields, you might discuss 'variable-sweep wings' or 'winglet technology' with ease. Your use of the word is not just accurate but evocative, allowing you to use 'wings' as a powerful motif in creative writing or a precise descriptor in professional reports. You recognize the word's role in shaping conceptual metaphors in the English language.

سجّل مجاناً لقراءة الشرح الكامل

تدرّب عليها أمثلة ملاحظات ونصائح

wings في 30 ثانية

Wings are biological or mechanical structures used for flight.
The word also describes building sections and off-stage theater areas.
Metaphorically, it refers to political factions or personal freedom.
Commonly used in culinary contexts to refer to chicken wings.

The term wings is a multifaceted noun that primarily describes the specialized limbs or appendages used by various creatures and machines to achieve flight. In the biological realm, wings represent one of the most significant evolutionary adaptations, appearing independently in birds, insects, and mammals like bats. For a bird, the wings are complex structures composed of bone, muscle, and feathers, designed to create lift and thrust. In the world of entomology, insect wings are often thin, membranous extensions of the exoskeleton, sometimes reinforced by a network of veins. When people use the word in a natural context, they are usually referring to the physical act of flying or the anatomical beauty of these structures. Beyond biology, the word transitioned into the field of aeronautics. An aircraft's wings are the primary lifting surfaces that allow a heavy metal tube to stay aloft in the sky. These are engineered with precision, featuring flaps, ailerons, and sometimes engines. The usage here is technical and essential for anyone discussing travel or engineering.

Biological Context: The anatomical appendages of birds, bats, and insects that enable flight through aerodynamic forces. For example, 'The eagle spread its massive wings to catch the thermal updraft.'
Aeronautical Context: The horizontal structures on either side of an aircraft's fuselage that provide the lift necessary for flight. For example, 'The passenger looked out the window to see the sunlight reflecting off the plane's wings.'
Architectural Context: A part of a building that projects from the main central part, often used to categorize different functions of a large estate or hospital. For example, 'The pediatric ward is located in the East Wing of the hospital.'

Furthermore, the word 'wings' extends into the realm of theater and performance. The 'wings' of a stage are the areas to the left and right that are hidden from the audience's view by curtains or scenery. This is where actors wait for their cues, where props are stored, and where the stage crew operates. This usage has given rise to the popular idiom 'waiting in the wings,' meaning to be ready to take over a role or a position of responsibility. In a political sense, 'wings' refer to the different factions within a party, such as the 'left-wing' or 'right-wing,' representing varying degrees of ideological leanings. This metaphorical use is pervasive in news media and political science discussions. Finally, 'wings' can refer to food, specifically the cooked appendages of a chicken, which have become a staple of casual dining and sports culture globally.

The monarch butterfly's wings are famous for their vibrant orange and black patterns, which serve as a warning to predators.

Engineers are testing a new design for aircraft wings that could significantly reduce fuel consumption by mimicking the shape of owl feathers.

The museum added two new wings to accommodate its growing collection of modern art and sculpture.

Actors stood nervously in the wings, whispering their lines one last time before the curtain rose.

The moderate wings of both political parties are seeking a compromise on the new infrastructure bill.

Using the word wings correctly requires an understanding of its plural nature and the specific verbs that typically accompany it. Because 'wings' is the plural form of 'wing,' it almost always takes a plural verb (e.g., 'The wings are...'). However, when referring to a specific pair, you might say 'a pair of wings.' Common verbs associated with biological wings include 'flap,' 'flutter,' 'spread,' 'fold,' and 'beat.' For example, 'The hummingbird's wings beat so fast they become a blur.' This creates a vivid image of movement and speed. In contrast, mechanical wings are often described with verbs like 'attach,' 'extend,' 'retract,' or 'vibrate.' An engineer might say, 'The wings were designed to withstand extreme turbulence,' highlighting the structural integrity of the object.

Descriptive Adjectives: Common adjectives include: powerful, delicate, iridescent, feathered, mechanical, sweeping, and outstretched. Example: 'The angel was depicted with powerful, iridescent wings.'
Verb Collocations: To spread one's wings, to clip someone's wings, to take wing, to wait in the wings. Example: 'After graduating, she was finally ready to spread her wings and move to a new city.'
Prepositional Use: Under the wing, on the wings of, in the wings. Example: 'The young intern flourished under the wing of the experienced CEO.'

In architectural and organizational contexts, 'wings' is used to denote location. You will often see it capitalized when referring to a specific part of a famous building, such as 'The West Wing' of the White House. In these cases, it functions as a proper noun or part of a title. When discussing politics, 'wings' is used to categorize people. You might say, 'The radical wings of the party are often at odds with the leadership.' This usage is metaphorical but follows standard plural noun rules. In culinary contexts, 'wings' is often used as a standalone noun on menus. 'A basket of wings' is a common phrase. It is important to note that while 'wing' can be a verb (meaning to fly or to improvise), 'wings' is predominantly used as a noun in daily English.

The aircraft's wings span over sixty meters, providing the necessary surface area for long-haul flights.

She felt as though she had wings on her feet as she sprinted toward the finish line.

The new hospital wings were built to house the advanced oncology and cardiology departments.

You will encounter the word wings in a vast array of real-world scenarios, ranging from the mundane to the highly technical. In nature documentaries, narrators frequently use the word to describe the majestic flight of raptors or the delicate migration of butterflies. Scientists might discuss the 'wing loading' of a species, which is a technical measure of the relationship between weight and wing area. In airports, you will hear announcements regarding 'wing de-icing' during winter months, or pilots discussing 'wing flaps' during takeoff and landing briefings. This is a critical environment where the word has life-or-death implications.

In the Media: News anchors often talk about the 'left and right wings' of political parties, especially during election cycles. For example, 'The progressive wing of the party is pushing for more climate action.'
In Entertainment: In theater, directors might shout, 'Clear the wings!' to ensure that the off-stage area is empty before a scene change. In movies, 'wings' are often symbols of freedom or divinity.
In Daily Life: At a restaurant or bar, you might hear someone order 'Buffalo wings' or 'hot wings.' This is perhaps the most common casual use of the word in North America.

Furthermore, 'wings' appears in literature and poetry as a powerful metaphor for aspiration and escape. Famous phrases like 'on the wings of love' or 'spread your wings and fly' are deeply embedded in the English-speaking consciousness. In sports, particularly soccer and hockey, the 'wings' or 'wingers' are players who operate near the sidelines. Commentators will often say, 'He's attacking down the wings,' referring to the outer edges of the playing field. Even in corporate settings, a large company might refer to its different 'wings' or divisions, such as the 'research and development wing.' This versatility makes 'wings' one of the most useful and frequently heard words in the English language.

The pilot announced that the wings were being treated with anti-freeze to ensure a safe departure in the snowstorm.

During the debate, the candidate struggled to unite the opposing wings of her own political organization.

One of the most frequent mistakes learners make with the word wings is confusing it with other appendages like 'fins' or 'arms.' While all are limbs, 'wings' are specifically for flight. You wouldn't say a fish has wings (unless it's a flying fish) or a human has wings (unless speaking metaphorically). Another common error involves the singular and plural forms. Because most creatures and planes have two wings, the word is almost always used in the plural. Saying 'The bird flapped its wing' implies that it only has one or is only using one, which sounds strange in most contexts. Always default to the plural 'wings' unless you are specifically discussing a single side of an object.

Singular vs. Plural: Mistake: 'The plane has a very long wing.' Correction: 'The plane has very long wings.' (Unless referring to the total wingspan as a single unit, which is rare).
Confusing Idioms: Mistake: 'I'm waiting in the wing.' Correction: 'I'm waiting in the wings.' The idiom is always plural because theater stages have two sides.
Misusing 'Wing it': Mistake: 'I am going to wings it.' Correction: 'I am going to wing it.' When used as a verb meaning to improvise, it is 'wing,' not 'wings.'

In political discussions, people sometimes confuse 'wings' with 'sides.' While they are similar, 'wings' implies they are part of the same larger body (the party), whereas 'sides' might imply two completely different entities. Additionally, in culinary contexts, beginners might order 'a wing' when they want a portion. In most restaurants, you order 'wings' (plural) because they are served in sets. Another subtle mistake is the pronunciation of the 's.' It should sound like a 'z' (/wɪŋz/), not a sharp 's.' Failing to voice the 's' can make the word sound clipped and non-native.

Incorrect: The angel had two white wing. Correct: The angel had two white wings.

While wings is the most common term, several alternatives exist depending on the context. In a poetic or highly technical biological context, you might use the word 'pinions.' This specifically refers to the outer flight feathers of a bird's wing but is often used as a literary synonym for the wings themselves. In aeronautics, 'airfoils' is a more technical term that describes any surface, such as a wing, designed to provide lift. If you are talking about the parts of a building, 'annexes' or 'extensions' are suitable alternatives, though they don't always imply the symmetrical layout that 'wings' does.

Pinions: Used in literature or biology. 'The swan's pinions were powerful enough to break a man's arm.' It sounds more formal and archaic than 'wings.'
Factions: Used in politics. 'The various factions within the party are struggling for control.' While 'wings' suggests a left/right spectrum, 'factions' can be more numerous and less linear.
Flanks: Used in military or sports. 'The army attacked the enemy's flanks.' This refers to the sides, similar to the 'wings' of a formation.

In the culinary world, there aren't many direct synonyms for 'wings,' as it refers to a specific cut of meat. However, you might hear 'drumettes' or 'flats,' which are the two main parts that make up a chicken wing. In theater, the 'backstage' area is a broader term that includes the wings but also the dressing rooms and technical booths. Choosing the right word depends on your audience. Use 'wings' for general conversation, 'airfoils' for engineering, 'pinions' for poetry, and 'factions' for political analysis. Understanding these nuances will make your English sound more sophisticated and precise.

The architect designed two symmetrical annexes that functioned as residential wings for the guests.

How Formal Is It?

حقيقة ممتعة

The phrase 'wing it' actually comes from the theater, where actors would sometimes have to learn their lines while waiting in the 'wings' of the stage, improvising if they forgot.

دليل النطق

UK /wɪŋz/

US /wɪŋz/

The stress is on the single syllable 'wings.'

يتقافى مع

rings sings things kings brings clings flings stings

أخطاء شائعة

Pronouncing the final 's' as a voiceless 's' instead of a voiced 'z'.
Adding a hard 'g' sound after the 'ng'.
Confusing the 'w' sound with a 'v' sound in some languages.
Shortening the 'i' sound too much.
Nasalizing the vowel too early.

مستوى الصعوبة

القراءة 2/5

Easy to recognize in most contexts.

الكتابة 3/5

Requires knowledge of plural rules and idioms.

التحدث 2/5

Simple pronunciation but voiced 'z' is key.

الاستماع 2/5

Clear sound, but context determines meaning.

ماذا تتعلّم بعد ذلك

المتطلبات الأساسية

bird fly plane part side

تعلّم لاحقاً

aviation aerodynamics faction annex metaphor

متقدم

pinions airfoils cantilever fuselage ideology

قواعد يجب معرفتها

Plural Noun Agreement

The wings are (not is) very large.

Possessive Plural

The birds' wings (plural possessive).

Compound Noun Formation

Wingspan is a single word.

Idiomatic Prepositions

In the wings, under the wing.

Adjective Placement

Powerful, iridescent wings.

سجّل مجاناً لقراءة الشرح الكامل

أمثلة حسب المستوى

The bird has two wings.

L'oiseau a deux ailes.

Uses the plural 'wings' with the number 'two'.

A plane has big wings.

Un avion a de grandes ailes.

Adjective 'big' describes the noun 'wings'.

Butterflies have colorful wings.

Les papillons ont des ailes colorées.

Plural subject 'Butterflies' matches plural 'wings'.

The chicken wings are hot.

Les ailes de poulet sont épicées.

Culinary use of 'wings'.

Look at the bird's wings!

Regarde les ailes de l'oiseau !

Possessive 'bird's' modifies 'wings'.

Bees have small wings.

Les abeilles ont de petites ailes.

Simple plural noun usage.

The angel has white wings.

L'ange a des ailes blanches.

Descriptive use in a mythological context.

I see the wings of the plane.

Je vois les ailes de l'avion.

Prepositional phrase 'of the plane'.

The eagle spread its powerful wings.

L'aigle a déployé ses ailes puissantes.

Use of 'spread' as a verb with 'wings'.

The library is in the north wing.

La bibliothèque se trouve dans l'aile nord.

Architectural use of 'wing' (singular here for a specific part).

She took the new girl under her wing.

Elle a pris la nouvelle fille sous son aile.

Idiomatic expression 'under one's wing'.

The plane's wings are made of metal.

Les ailes de l'avion sont en métal.

Describing material composition.

Insects use their wings to move.

Les insectes utilisent leurs ailes pour se déplacer.

Functional description.

We ordered ten spicy wings.

Nous avons commandé dix ailes épicées.

Quantifying the noun in a food context.

The bird's wings are very soft.

Les ailes de l'oiseau sont très douces.

Adjective 'soft' describing 'wings'.

The bat has skin on its wings.

La chauve-souris a de la peau sur ses ailes.

Biological detail.

The actors are waiting in the wings.

Les acteurs attendent dans les coulisses.

Theatrical idiom 'in the wings'.

The hospital added a new wing for children.

L'hôpital a ajouté une nouvelle aile pour les enfants.

Architectural expansion.

He belongs to the liberal wing of the party.

Il appartient à l'aile libérale du parti.

Political faction usage.

The bird's wingspan is over two meters.

L'envergure de l'oiseau est de plus de deux mètres.

Compound word 'wingspan' related to 'wings'.

She is ready to spread her wings and travel.

Elle est prête à prendre son envol et à voyager.

Metaphorical idiom for independence.

The pilot checked the wings before takeoff.

Le pilote a vérifié les ailes avant le décollage.

Technical procedure.

The butterfly's wings are very fragile.

Les ailes du papillon sont très fragiles.

Describing physical properties.

The mansion has a separate wing for guests.

Le manoir a une aile séparée pour les invités.

Residential architecture.

The company's marketing wing is very creative.

Le département marketing de l'entreprise est très créatif.

Organizational division.

They tried to clip his wings by reducing his budget.

Ils ont essayé de lui couper les ailes en réduisant son budget.

Idiom 'to clip someone's wings'.

The aircraft features advanced swept-back wings.

L'avion est doté d'ailes en flèche perfectionnées.

Technical aeronautical description.

The bird's wings beat rhythmically against the wind.

Les ailes de l'oiseau battaient en rythme contre le vent.

Descriptive verb 'beat' with adverb 'rhythmically'.

The museum's east wing houses the Egyptian collection.

L'aile est du musée abrite la collection égyptienne.

Proper noun usage for a building section.

She felt the wind beneath her wings during the race.

Elle a senti le vent porter ses ailes pendant la course.

Idiomatic expression for support/inspiration.

The political wings of the country are deeply divided.

Les ailes politiques du pays sont profondément divisées.

Abstract political metaphor.

The insect's wings are reinforced with tiny veins.

Les ailes de l'insecte sont renforcées par de minuscules veines.

Biological technical detail.

The radical wings of the movement often clash with the moderates.

Les ailes radicales du mouvement s'affrontent souvent avec les modérés.

Nuanced political categorization.

The aerodynamic efficiency of the wings is paramount for long-range flight.

L'efficacité aérodynamique des ailes est primordiale pour les vols long-courriers.

Formal scientific register.

He was a man who lived on the wings of his imagination.

C'était un homme qui vivait au gré de son imagination.

Literary metaphorical usage.

The theater's wings were cluttered with scenery from the previous act.

Les coulisses du théâtre étaient encombrées par les décors de l'acte précédent.

Detailed situational description.

The swan's pinions were white as the driven snow.

Les ailes du cygne étaient blanches comme la neige fraîche.

Use of 'pinions' as a high-level synonym for wings.

The new legislation was supported by the progressive wing of the senate.

La nouvelle législation a été soutenue par l'aile progressiste du sénat.

Specific institutional context.

The bird took wing and vanished into the twilight.

L'oiseau a pris son envol et a disparu dans le crépuscule.

Archaic/literary phrase 'took wing'.

The aircraft's wingspan allows for greater stability in turbulent air.

L'envergure de l'avion permet une plus grande stabilité dans l'air turbulent.

Technical engineering focus.

The wings of the butterfly are a marvel of evolutionary engineering.

Les ailes du papillon sont une merveille d'ingénierie évolutive.

Sophisticated biological analysis.

In his poetry, wings serve as a recurring motif for the soul's transcendence.

Dans sa poésie, les ailes servent de motif récurrent pour la transcendance de l'âme.

Literary criticism register.

The internal strife between the party's wings threatened to derail the coalition.

Les luttes intestines entre les ailes du parti menaçaient de faire dérailler la coalition.

Complex political narrative.

The architect's vision for the museum involved two cantilevered wings that seemed to float.

La vision de l'architecte pour le musée impliquait deux ailes en porte-à-faux qui semblaient flotter.

Advanced architectural terminology.

The raptor's wings were perfectly adapted for silent, nocturnal hunting.

Les ailes du rapace étaient parfaitement adaptées à la chasse nocturne et silencieuse.

Precise biological description.

She felt the weight of expectation like leaden wings upon her shoulders.

Elle sentait le poids de l'attente comme des ailes de plomb sur ses épaules.

Evocative, creative metaphor.

The aircraft's variable-geometry wings allowed it to optimize performance at various speeds.

Les ailes à géométrie variable de l'avion lui permettaient d'optimiser ses performances à différentes vitesses.

Highly technical aeronautical term.

The play's subtext suggests that the protagonist is perpetually waiting in the wings of her own life.

Le sous-texte de la pièce suggère que la protagoniste attend perpétuellement dans les coulisses de sa propre vie.

Philosophical/theatrical metaphor.

تلازمات شائعة

spread one's wings

chicken wings

left wing

right wing

wing span

waiting in the wings

under someone's wing

wing commander

wing tip

west wing

العبارات الشائعة

on the wings of

— Carried by or moving very quickly as if flying.

The news spread on the wings of rumor.

take wing

— To start flying or to become successful quickly.

The new business finally took wing this year.

clip someone's wings

— To limit someone's freedom or ability to do something.

The new regulations clipped the company's wings.

under your wing

— To protect and guide someone younger or less experienced.

The mentor took the intern under her wing.

waiting in the wings

— Ready to take over a role or position when the opportunity arises.

There are many talented players waiting in the wings.

wing it

— To improvise or do something without preparation.

I didn't study, so I'll have to wing it.

spread your wings

— To try new things and use your abilities to the fullest.

College is a time to spread your wings.

on a wing and a prayer

— Doing something with very little chance of success, relying on luck.

They finished the project on a wing and a prayer.

the wings of a stage

— The hidden areas to the side of a theater stage.

The stagehands were busy in the wings.

political wing

— A faction or group within a political organization.

The youth wing of the party is very active.

يُخلط عادةً مع

wings vs fins

Fins are for swimming (fish), wings are for flying (birds).

wings vs arms

Humans have arms; birds have wings. They are homologous but different.

wings vs factions

Factions are political groups; 'wings' is a specific type of faction (left/right).

تعبيرات اصطلاحية

"Spread your wings"

— To start to use your full potential or to become independent.

She left home to spread her wings in the city.

informal

"Clip someone's wings"

— To restrict someone's freedom or power.

The boss clipped his wings by taking away his project.

neutral

"Waiting in the wings"

— Ready to step in and take over a role or task.

The vice president is waiting in the wings.

neutral

"Under someone's wing"

— Under the protection or guidance of a more experienced person.

The veteran player took the rookie under his wing.

neutral

"On the wings of love"

— Carried by the feeling of being in love.

He felt like he was flying on the wings of love.

literary

"Take wing"

— To fly away or to suddenly become successful.

The project took wing after the new funding arrived.

neutral

"Wing it"

— To do something without preparation or a plan.

I forgot my notes, so I had to wing the presentation.

informal

"On a wing and a prayer"

— In a desperate situation with little hope of success.

They reached the shore on a wing and a prayer.

informal

"Lend wings to"

— To make something move or happen faster.

Fear lent wings to his feet as he ran.

literary

"The wind beneath my wings"

— The person who supports and helps you succeed.

My parents were the wind beneath my wings.

informal

سهل الخلط

wings vs wing

Singular vs. Plural

Wing is one; wings are two or more. Most flight requires two.

The bird hurt its left wing.

wings vs winger

Noun vs. Person

A winger is a person who plays on the wing in sports.

The winger scored a goal.

wings vs winging

Verb form

Winging is the act of improvising or flying.

He is winging his speech.

wings vs wind

Similar sound

Wind is moving air; wings are the things that use the air.

The wind lifted the bird's wings.

wings vs wink

Similar sound

A wink is a quick eye movement.

He gave me a wink.

أنماط الجُمل

The [animal] has [adjective] wings.

The bird has blue wings.

The [building] has a [direction] wing.

The school has a north wing.

He is waiting in the wings to [verb].

He is waiting in the wings to take the lead.

She decided to spread her wings and [verb].

She decided to spread her wings and start a business.

The [adjective] wing of the party [verb].

The radical wing of the party protested.

The [noun] served as the wind beneath her wings.

His support served as the wind beneath her wings.

The [plane]'s wings are [adjective].

The plane's wings are massive.

Under the wing of [person].

Under the wing of his father.

عائلة الكلمة

الأسماء

wing

winger

wingspan

winglet

wingtip

الأفعال

wing

الصفات

winged

wingless

مرتبط

flight

aviation

feathers

aerodynamics

fuselage

سجّل مجاناً لرؤية جميع الأمثلة

كيفية الاستخدام

frequency

Very common in daily English.

أخطاء شائعة

The bird has two wing. → The bird has two wings.
After the number 'two,' you must use the plural form of the noun.
I am waiting in the wing. → I am waiting in the wings.
The idiom 'in the wings' is always plural because stages have two sides.
He is on the left side of the party. → He is on the left wing of the party.
In politics, 'wing' is the standard term for a faction, not 'side.'
The plane's wings is long. → The plane's wings are long.
The plural subject 'wings' requires the plural verb 'are.'
I will wings it. → I will wing it.
When used as a verb meaning to improvise, it is 'wing,' not 'wings.'

نصائح

Plural Agreement

Always remember that 'wings' is plural. Use 'are' instead of 'is' when 'wings' is the subject of your sentence.

Idiom Usage

Learn the idiom 'spread your wings.' it is a very common way to describe someone becoming independent or trying new things.

The Voiced Z

The 's' at the end of 'wings' should sound like a 'z'. Practice saying 'wing-z' to sound more natural.

Building Sections

When visiting a large museum or hospital, look for signs saying 'East Wing' or 'West Wing' to help you navigate.

Ordering Food

If you order 'wings' in a restaurant, expect them to be served with a sauce, usually spicy or savory.

Political Spectrum

Use 'left-wing' for liberal views and 'right-wing' for conservative views in a political context.

Backstage Areas

If you are involved in a play, the 'wings' are where you wait. Never stand in the way of the stagehands!

Plane Parts

The wings of a plane are where the fuel is often stored. They are much more than just lifting surfaces.

Insect Wings

Butterfly wings are covered in tiny scales. This is what gives them their beautiful colors and patterns.

Metaphorical Power

Use 'wings' as a symbol of hope or escape in your creative writing to add depth to your work.

احفظها

وسيلة تذكّر

W-I-N-G-S: Wonders In Nature Gaining Sky. Think of the 'W' as the shape of two wings joined together.

ربط بصري

Imagine a large 'W' made of feathers flying over a building with two side sections.

Word Web

Bird Plane Building Theater Politics Chicken Freedom Flight

تحدٍّ

Write a paragraph using 'wings' in three different ways: biological, architectural, and idiomatic.

أصل الكلمة

The word 'wings' comes from the Old Norse word 'vængr,' which also meant wing. It replaced the Old English word 'feðra' (feather) in common usage for the limb itself. The transition occurred during the Middle English period as Scandinavian influence grew.

المعنى الأصلي: A limb used for flight.

Germanic (Old Norse origin).

السياق الثقافي

Be careful when using 'left-wing' or 'right-wing' as they can be loaded political terms.

In the UK and US, 'wings' are a primary pub food. In politics, the 'West Wing' is synonymous with the US Presidency.

The West Wing (TV Show) Wings (1927 Movie - first Oscar winner) Wings (Band by Paul McCartney)

تدرّب في الحياة الواقعية

سياقات واقعية

Nature

flap wings
feathered wings
insect wings
wingspan

Travel

airplane wings
wing flaps
on the wing
wing de-icing

Politics

left-wing
right-wing
party wing
radical wing

Dining

chicken wings
buffalo wings
hot wings
a bucket of wings

Theater

stage wings
waiting in the wings
off-stage wings
clear the wings

بدايات محادثة

"Do you prefer the left-wing or right-wing of your favorite political party?"

"Have you ever tried really spicy buffalo wings?"

"If you had wings, where would you fly to first?"

"Do you think airplanes will ever have wings that flap like birds?"

"Who took you under their wing when you started your current job?"

مواضيع للكتابة اليومية

Describe a time when you felt like you were finally ready to spread your wings.

If you could design a new wing for a museum, what would you put in it?

Write about a person who took you under their wing and what you learned from them.

Discuss the importance of wings in the evolution of animals.

Reflect on the idiom 'waiting in the wings' and how it applies to your life.

الأسئلة الشائعة

10 أسئلة

Yes, 'to wing' means to fly or to improvise. 'He wings his way across the ocean' or 'He wings the presentation.' However, 'wings' as a plural noun is much more common.

The West Wing is the part of the White House where the President of the United States and their staff work. It has become a symbol of executive power.

This comes from the French Revolution, where supporters of the king sat on the right and supporters of the revolution sat on the left in the assembly.

It means being ready to take over a role or job. It comes from theater, where actors wait just off-stage in the 'wings'.

Yes, they are the forelimbs of the chicken, though they are usually cut into two pieces: the drumette and the flat.

No, not all insects have wings, but many do. Some have four wings (like dragonflies) and some have two (like flies).

Wingspan is the distance from the tip of one wing to the tip of the other when they are fully extended.

Yes, a building can have many wings, such as a north, south, east, and west wing.

Not always, but since birds and planes usually have two, it is most often used in the plural. You use 'wing' for just one.

It means to restrict someone's freedom or to stop them from being successful, like cutting a bird's feathers so it can't fly.

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