A2 adjective خنثی #442 رایج‌ترین 2 دقیقه مطالعه

natural

/ˈnætʃərəl/

Natural means existing in or from nature, or behaving in a normal, unforced way.

واژه در 30 ثانیه

  • Exists in nature, not man-made.
  • Innate abilities or qualities.
  • Normal, relaxed, or uncomplicated behavior.

Overview

The word 'natural' is versatile and used in various contexts. Primarily, it contrasts with 'artificial' or 'man-made.' When applied to the environment, it means something exists in nature, like a natural forest or a natural disaster. It can also describe inherent qualities or abilities that someone is born with, such as natural talent in music or a natural aptitude for languages. In terms of behavior, 'natural' suggests a lack of pretense or artificiality; someone acting naturally is being themselves, not putting on a show. This can extend to situations being 'natural,' meaning they are normal, expected, or uncomplicated.

Usage Patterns

'Natural' is commonly used in both spoken and written English across informal and formal settings. In everyday conversation, it's used to describe things like food (natural ingredients), behaviors (natural reaction), or people's characteristics (natural leader). In more formal contexts, like scientific or academic writing, it might be used to distinguish between natural phenomena and human interventions, or to discuss innate biological processes. Written descriptions of landscapes, wildlife, or personal qualities frequently employ the word.

Common Contexts

In daily life, you might hear about natural remedies, natural beauty, or a natural progression of events. At school, students might discuss natural resources, natural selection, or natural disasters. In the workplace, it could refer to a candidate's natural ability for a role or a natural fit for a team. It's a fundamental adjective for describing the world around us and human characteristics without artificiality.

مثال‌ها

1

The waterfall was a beautiful natural sight.

everyday

La cascada era una hermosa vista natural.

2

He has a natural talent for mathematics.

academic

Él tiene un talento natural para las matemáticas.

3

Try to act natural; don't be nervous.

informal

Intenta actuar con naturalidad; no estés nervioso.

4

Many prefer to eat natural foods without additives.

everyday

Muchos prefieren comer alimentos naturales sin aditivos.

5

The forest is a natural habitat for many animals.

academic

El bosque es un hábitat natural para muchos animales.

6

It's natural to feel sad when you lose something important.

everyday

Es natural sentirse triste cuando pierdes algo importante.

مترادف‌ها

ترکیب‌های رایج

natural disaster desastre natural
natural resources recursos naturales
natural talent talento natural
natural beauty belleza natural
natural selection selección natural
act natural actuar con naturalidad

عبارات رایج

natural born

nato con

natural history

historia natural

اغلب اشتباه گرفته می‌شود با

natural vs artificial

'Artificial' means made by humans, not occurring naturally, and often implies imitation.

natural vs organic

'Organic' specifically relates to farming or food production methods that avoid synthetic substances, whereas 'natural' is a broader term for things not made by humans.

الگوهای دستوری

natural + noun (e.g., natural disaster) natural + talent/ability/gift (e.g., natural talent) It is natural to + verb (e.g., It is natural to feel) act natural

How to Use It

نکات کاربردی

The word 'natural' is highly common and broadly applicable. Use it to distinguish between things found in nature and those made by people, or to describe innate qualities and behaviors that are genuine and unforced.


اشتباهات رایج

Learners sometimes overuse 'natural' when 'organic' or 'healthy' might be more precise, especially when discussing food. Also, confusing 'natural' (adjective) with 'naturally' (adverb) can lead to grammatical errors.

Tips

💡

Think Nature vs. Man-Made

When you see 'natural,' consider if it's something found in nature or created by humans.

⚠️

Beware of Vague Claims

The term 'natural' can sometimes be used loosely in marketing. Always check the specifics if the context matters.

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Appreciating the Unspoiled

In many cultures, 'natural' landscapes and environments are highly valued for their beauty and tranquility.

ریشه کلمه

From Latin 'naturalis,' meaning 'by birth, by nature,' derived from 'nasci' (to be born).

بافت فرهنگی

In Western cultures, there's often a strong appreciation for 'natural' environments, seen as places of peace and authenticity compared to urban settings.

راهنمای حفظ

Think of a 'nature' walk; it's full of 'natural' things!

سوالات متداول

10 سوال

The most common opposites of 'natural' are 'artificial,' 'man-made,' or 'synthetic.'

Yes, it can describe a person's innate abilities (e.g., 'She has a natural talent for art') or their behavior (e.g., 'He was very natural and relaxed at the party').

Natural resources are materials or substances such as minerals, forests, water, and fertile land that occur in nature and can be used for economic gain.

When used for food, 'natural' often implies it hasn't been processed or contains artificial ingredients, though the exact meaning can vary.

A natural disaster is a major adverse event resulting from natural processes of the Earth, such as floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, and other geologic processes.

Not necessarily. While often positive, 'natural' can describe things like 'natural poisons' or 'natural disasters,' which are harmful.

It means you have a tendency or a natural tendency to do something, based on your personality or inherent abilities.

Yes, it can describe processes that occur without human intervention, like 'the natural aging process' or 'natural selection'.

While related, 'organic' specifically refers to farming methods that avoid synthetic pesticides and fertilizers. 'Natural' is broader and can mean simply not artificial.

It describes behavior that is spontaneous, genuine, and not forced or artificial. For example, 'Her laughter sounded very natural.'

خودت رو بسنج

fill blank

The Grand Canyon is a famous ______ wonder.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: natural

'Natural' fits best here as the Grand Canyon was formed by geological processes, not created by humans.

multiple choice

What does 'natural' mean in this sentence?

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: An ability someone is born with.

In this context, 'natural gift' refers to an innate talent or ability that the person possesses from birth.

sentence building

is / very / natural / She / singer / a

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: She is a very natural singer

This sentence structure correctly describes someone who sings well without apparent effort or training.

امتیاز: /3

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واژه‌های بیشتر Nature

grasses

B1

به انواع مختلف گیاهان با برگ‌های باریک گفته می‌شود که در علفزارها، باغ‌ها یا به عنوان غلات رشد می‌کنند.

semiferous

C1

Describing a plant, organ, or biological structure that produces, bears, or carries seeds. It is a technical term used to categorize species or parts based on their reproductive capacity to generate seeds.

gymnosperms

B2

گیاهانی مثل کاج که دانه‌هاشون داخل میوه نیست و به صورت برهنه روی مخروط‌ها رشد می‌کنن.

pine

B1

درخت کاج (pine) درختی همیشه سبز است. دلتنگ شدن (pine) یعنی به شدت خواهان کسی یا چیزی بودن.

bushy

B2

یعنی پرپشت و انبوه رشد کردن، مثل مو یا گیاهان. معمولاً ظاهری پر و گاهی نامرتب دارد.

fauna

B2

به تمام جانورانی که در یک منطقه یا دوره زمانی خاص زندگی می‌کنند، فاونا می‌گویند. این یک اسم جمع است که برای توصیف کل دنیای جانوری یک محیط به کار می‌رود.

flowers

A1

اینها قسمت‌های رنگارنگ و اغلب خوشبوی گیاهان هستند که برای تزئین یا هدیه استفاده می‌شوند.

adautoous

C1

Describing something that grows, arises, or is produced spontaneously and independently of external influence. In technical or literary contexts, it refers to organisms or phenomena that appear to be self-generated or self-cultivated.

bush

B2

یعنی مثل درختچه پرپشت و پهن شدن. گاهی در کارهای فنی به معنی جا انداختن یک قطعه فلزی در سوراخ است.

woody

B1

The term 'woody' describes something that is made of, consists of, or resembles wood in texture, appearance, or smell. In botany, it specifically refers to plants that produce wood as their structural tissue, characterized by hard, fibrous stems.

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