Significado
To become sick with a common viral infection of the nose and throat.
Contexto cultural
People often use 'catch a cold' as a reason for missing work or school. Similar to the US, but 'a cold' is often referred to as 'a bug'.
Use 'caught' for past
Remember that 'catch' is irregular. Use 'caught' when talking about last week.
Significado
To become sick with a common viral infection of the nose and throat.
Use 'caught' for past
Remember that 'catch' is irregular. Use 'caught' when talking about last week.
Ponte a prueba
Complete the sentence.
I think I am going to ____ a cold.
The standard collocation is 'catch a cold'.
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Banco de ejercicios
1 ejerciciosI think I am going to ____ a cold.
The standard collocation is 'catch a cold'.
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Preguntas frecuentes
1 preguntasNo, it is usually 'a cold' because it is one of many common colds.
Frases relacionadas
Come down with
synonymTo start feeling sick
