이 페이지를 내 언어로

English

فارسی

العربية

Deutsch

Español

Français

日本語

Português

中文

हिन्दी

A1 noun #26 가장 일반적인 11분 분량

grass

상위 26

연습하기 예시 노트와 팁 grass 30초 만에

설명 grass in your Level:

At the A1 level, 'grass' is one of the most basic nouns you will learn. It is used to describe the green plant that grows on the ground in parks and gardens. You should know that grass is green and that animals like cows and sheep eat it. You will use it in simple sentences like 'The grass is green' or 'I sit on the grass.' It is important to remember that you don't usually say 'a grass.' Instead, you just say 'grass.' You might also learn that grass needs water and sun to grow. At this stage, focus on the color, the location (outside), and the basic actions like sitting or walking on it. You will see this word in picture books and very simple stories about nature or the home. It is a fundamental part of your early vocabulary for describing the world around you.

At the A2 level, you begin to use 'grass' in more specific contexts. You might talk about 'mowing the grass' or 'cutting the grass' as a household chore. You will learn adjectives to describe it, such as 'long,' 'short,' 'dry,' or 'wet.' You might also encounter the word in the context of sports, like 'playing football on the grass.' You will start to understand that 'grass' is uncountable and that you should use 'some' or 'the' with it. You might also learn the phrase 'a blade of grass' if you want to talk about just one piece. At this level, you can describe a scene more clearly, such as 'The grass in the park is very long because it rained a lot.' You are moving beyond just naming the plant to describing its condition and how people interact with it in daily life.

무료 가입하고 전체 설명 읽기

At the B1 level, you can use 'grass' in more complex sentences and understand some common idioms. You might discuss environmental issues, such as how much water a grass lawn requires compared to other plants. You will become familiar with the idiom 'The grass is always greener on the other side,' which means people often think other people's lives are better than their own. You might also hear about 'grassroots' movements, which are political or social movements that start with ordinary people. You will understand the difference between 'natural grass' and 'artificial grass' (or turf) in sports. Your vocabulary will expand to include related words like 'meadow,' 'pasture,' and 'lawn.' You can explain why grass is important for the environment, such as preventing soil erosion or providing a habitat for insects.

무료 가입하고 전체 설명 읽기

At the B2 level, you are expected to use 'grass' and its related terms with greater precision. You might use the word in academic or professional discussions about ecology, agriculture, or urban planning. You will understand more nuanced idioms, such as 'to let the grass grow under your feet,' which means to delay taking action. You might also encounter 'grass' as a verb in British English slang, meaning to inform on someone. You can discuss the pros and cons of 'monoculture lawns' versus 'biodiverse meadows.' Your understanding of the word includes its role in various industries, from the maintenance of golf courses to the production of hay for livestock. You can write detailed descriptions using a variety of adjectives and adverbs to convey the exact state of a grassy landscape, such as 'the parched, yellowing grass of the late August heatwave.'

무료 가입하고 전체 설명 읽기

At the C1 level, you have a sophisticated grasp of 'grass' in both literal and figurative senses. You can appreciate the word's use in literature and poetry to symbolize growth, renewal, or the passage of time (as in Walt Whitman's 'Leaves of Grass'). You are comfortable with technical botanical terms like 'rhizomes,' 'stems,' and 'inflorescence' when discussing the biology of grasses. You can use the word in high-level debates about land use, sustainability, and the history of the suburban lawn as a cultural construct. You understand subtle metaphorical uses, such as 'a snake in the grass' (a treacherous person). Your use of the word is flexible, allowing you to switch between scientific, colloquial, and literary registers with ease. You can analyze how the concept of 'grass' has changed over time and its different meanings in various English-speaking cultures.

무료 가입하고 전체 설명 읽기

At the C2 level, your mastery of 'grass' is complete. You can use the word and its derivatives in the most complex linguistic structures. You understand the deepest etymological roots of the word and its connections to other Germanic languages. You can engage in expert-level discourse on the Poaceae family's impact on human civilization, from the Neolithic Revolution to modern global food security. You can use 'grass' in highly creative ways in your own writing, employing it as a motif or a complex metaphor. You are aware of the most obscure idioms and regional slang associated with the word. Your ability to distinguish between 'grass,' 'sward,' 'verdure,' and 'herbage' allows for extreme precision in description. You can effortlessly navigate the nuances of the word across all domains, from the most technical scientific paper to the most informal street slang, always choosing the perfect term for the context.

무료 가입하고 전체 설명 읽기

연습하기 예시 노트와 팁

grass 30초 만에

Grass is a green plant with narrow leaves that covers the ground in many outdoor areas.
It is an uncountable noun used to describe lawns, fields, and animal food sources.
Commonly associated with the color green and activities like mowing, grazing, or sitting.
Essential for the environment and used as a surface for many popular sports.

The word grass refers to a vast family of plants known scientifically as Poaceae. In everyday English, it most commonly describes the short, green, narrow-leaved plants that cover the ground in gardens, parks, and fields. It is a fundamental part of the Earth's ecosystem, providing food for countless animals and a soft surface for human recreation. When people use this word, they are often referring to the collective carpet of greenery rather than individual plants. For instance, a homeowner might talk about 'mowing the grass,' which means cutting the entire lawn to a uniform height. In a broader biological sense, grass includes cereal crops like wheat, rice, and corn, although in casual conversation, we distinguish these as 'crops' or 'grains.' The versatility of the word allows it to function in various contexts, from the literal botanical description to metaphorical expressions about growth and envy.

Botanical Classification: Grass belongs to the monocotyledonous flowering plants. It is characterized by hollow stems and narrow leaves arranged in two ranks.
Common Usage: Typically used to describe lawns, pastures, or wild meadows where animals graze.
Ecological Role: Grass prevents soil erosion, produces oxygen, and serves as the primary food source for herbivores like cattle and sheep.

The children spent the entire afternoon playing tag on the soft, green grass in the backyard.

Beyond the physical plant, 'grass' carries significant cultural weight. In many Western cultures, a well-maintained patch of grass—a lawn—is a symbol of domestic pride and suburban order. Conversely, 'long grass' or 'wild grass' might suggest neglect or a more natural, untamed environment. In the context of sports, grass is the traditional playing surface for tennis (Wimbledon), football, and golf. The quality of the grass can dictate the speed and style of the game. Furthermore, the word is used in agriculture to describe 'pasture' or 'forage.' Farmers monitor the health of their grass to ensure their livestock receives proper nutrition. In more specialized or slang contexts, 'grass' can refer to marijuana, though this is informal and should be used with caution depending on the setting. It can also act as a verb in British slang, meaning to inform the authorities about someone's wrongdoings, though this is quite different from the A1 noun definition.

The cows were happily grazing on the long grass in the meadow.

We need to water the grass every morning during the summer heatwave.

The dew on the grass sparkled like tiny diamonds in the early morning light.

The golf course is famous for its perfectly manicured grass greens.

Using the word grass correctly involves understanding its grammatical behavior as an uncountable noun and its common associations with specific verbs and adjectives. In most everyday sentences, 'grass' functions as the object of an action or the subject of a state. Because it is uncountable, you should avoid using the indefinite article 'a' before it. Instead of saying 'I saw a grass,' you would say 'I saw some grass' or 'I saw the grass.' If you need to be specific about a single unit, the term 'blade of grass' is the standard collective noun phrase. Adjectives that frequently modify grass include 'green,' 'long,' 'short,' 'thick,' 'lush,' 'dry,' and 'artificial.' These descriptors help paint a vivid picture of the environment being described.

Verbal Collocations: Common verbs used with grass include: mow, cut, water, plant, grow, and graze.
Prepositional Phrases: We often say 'on the grass' (sitting or walking) or 'through the grass' (moving amidst long blades).
Descriptive Adjectives: Lush, emerald, scorched, overgrown, manicured, and wild.

Please don't walk on the grass; the seeds have just been planted.

In more complex sentence structures, 'grass' can be part of compound nouns or idiomatic expressions. For example, 'grass seed' refers to the seeds used to grow a lawn, and 'grass stains' are the green marks left on clothing after playing outside. When discussing maintenance, you might say, 'The grass needs mowing,' where 'mowing' acts as a gerund describing the necessary action. In a literary or descriptive context, you might use 'grass' to set a scene: 'The wind whispered through the tall grass of the prairie.' Here, 'tall' provides a sense of scale and movement. It is also important to note the difference between 'grass' and 'lawn.' While 'grass' is the plant itself, a 'lawn' is a specific area of managed grass, usually around a house or in a park. You can mow the grass on your lawn, but you wouldn't usually say you are 'mowing the lawn' if you are in a wild field.

After the rain, the grass looked much greener and healthier.

The sheep are grazing on the grass in the upper pasture.

I have a difficult time getting the grass stains out of my son's white trousers.

The smell of freshly cut grass is one of the best things about summer.

The word grass is ubiquitous in English-speaking environments, appearing in a variety of social, professional, and recreational settings. One of the most common places you will hear it is in a domestic or neighborhood context. Neighbors might discuss the state of their lawns, asking each other about the best fertilizers or how often they water their grass during a dry spell. You'll hear it at garden centers where employees help customers choose the right 'grass seed' for their specific climate. In these situations, the word is practical and grounded in the maintenance of one's immediate surroundings. It’s a staple of small talk in many cultures, especially in countries like the UK, USA, and Australia, where suburban gardening is a popular hobby.

Sports Commentary: Commentators often discuss the 'speed of the grass' or how the 'grass is wearing thin' near the goals.
Agricultural Settings: Farmers talk about the 'quality of the grass' for their cattle and the timing of the 'hay harvest' (dried grass).
Public Spaces: Signs in parks often read 'Keep off the grass' to protect newly planted areas.

The tennis player slipped on the damp grass during the final set.

Another major arena for the word is the world of sports. In tennis, 'grass court' season is a highlight of the year, culminating in the Wimbledon championships. Fans and analysts will talk about how the ball bounces differently on grass compared to clay or hard courts. Similarly, in professional football (soccer) or American football, the debate between 'natural grass' and 'artificial turf' is a constant topic of conversation among players and coaches concerned about injury rates and game dynamics. You might hear a coach say, 'The grass is a bit long today, which might slow down our passing game.' This technical usage highlights how the physical properties of the plant affect human activities. Furthermore, in nature documentaries, narrators frequently use 'grass' to describe the vast savannas and prairies where wildlife dramas unfold, emphasizing its role as the foundation of the food chain.

The documentary showed a lion hiding in the tall, yellow grass.

The city council decided to plant more grass in the downtown plaza.

We sat on the grass to watch the fireworks display.

The farmer needs to mow the grass before the rain starts.

While grass is a basic word, learners often make specific errors regarding its countability and its phonetic similarity to other words. The most frequent mistake is treating 'grass' as a countable noun. Because it refers to a mass of plants, it is uncountable in almost all general contexts. Learners might say 'There are many grasses in the park,' which sounds unnatural to a native speaker. The correct form is 'There is a lot of grass in the park.' The plural 'grasses' is only used in scientific or botanical contexts when referring to different species of the grass family (e.g., 'The scientist studied the various grasses of the African savanna'). For beginners, it is safest to always treat it as singular and uncountable.

Countability Errors: Incorrect: 'I have three grasses in my hand.' Correct: 'I have three blades of grass in my hand.'
Pronunciation Confusion: Learners often confuse 'grass' /ɡrɑːs/ with 'glass' /ɡlɑːs/. Practice the 'r' and 'l' sounds carefully.
Idiom Misuse: Misquoting 'The grass is always greener on the other side' by omitting 'always' or 'other side.'

Incorrect: Look at all the grasses! Correct: Look at all the grass!

Another common area of confusion is the phonetic distinction between 'grass' and 'glass.' In many languages, the 'r' and 'l' sounds are not distinct, leading to sentences like 'I need a grass of water' or 'The glass is green.' This can lead to significant misunderstandings. It is helpful to associate 'grass' with 'green' (both start with 'gr') and 'glass' with 'liquid' or 'light.' Additionally, learners sometimes struggle with the prepositional use. While you sit 'on' the grass, you might hide 'in' the grass if it is very tall. Using 'at the grass' is almost always incorrect. Finally, be careful with the slang usage. While 'grass' is a common term for marijuana in some regions, using it in a formal or professional setting could be inappropriate or confusing. Stick to the literal meaning until you are very comfortable with the nuances of English slang.

Incorrect: He is sitting at the grass. Correct: He is sitting on the grass.

Don't confuse grass (plant) with glass (material).

The grass is too long; I need to find the lawnmower.

She lay on the grass and looked at the clouds.

Depending on the context, there are several words you can use instead of grass to be more precise or to vary your vocabulary. The most common alternative in a domestic setting is 'lawn.' While 'grass' refers to the plant, 'lawn' refers to the area of land covered by it. If you are talking about the physical surface of a sports field, you might use 'turf' or 'pitch.' 'Turf' often implies a thick, healthy layer of grass and soil, and it can also refer to artificial grass. In a more natural or agricultural setting, words like 'meadow,' 'pasture,' or 'greenery' might be more appropriate. Each of these words carries a slightly different connotation and is used in specific scenarios.

Lawn vs. Grass: A lawn is a managed area of grass. You mow the lawn, but you are cutting the grass.
Turf vs. Grass: Turf usually refers to the top layer of earth with grass growing in it, often sold in rolls.
Meadow vs. Grass: A meadow is a field of wild grass and flowers, often left to grow tall.

The football players ran onto the turf for the pre-game warmup.

In literary or poetic writing, you might use 'sward' or 'verdure' to describe a grassy area, though these are much less common in daily speech. 'Sod' is another term, often used when talking about the actual pieces of grass and dirt used to start a new lawn. If you are describing the color, you might use 'emerald' or 'verdant' instead of just saying 'green grass.' For instance, 'The verdant hills were a sight to behold.' In the context of animal feed, 'forage' or 'pasturage' are technical terms used by farmers. Understanding these alternatives allows you to be more descriptive. For example, 'The sheep were grazing in the lush pasture' sounds more professional and specific than 'The sheep were eating the grass in the field.' However, for an A1 learner, 'grass' remains the most important and versatile word to master first.

The meadow was filled with wildflowers and tall grass.

We bought several rolls of sod to fix the bare patches in our lawn.

The pasture provides plenty of food for the horses during the spring.

The lawn was perfectly manicured, without a single weed in sight.

How Formal Is It?

재미있는 사실

Despite appearing simple, grasses are the most economically important plant family to humans, as they include all major cereal crops like wheat, rice, and maize. Without 'grasses,' modern civilization would not exist as we know it.

발음 가이드

UK /ɡrɑːs/

US /ɡræs/

The stress is on the only syllable: grass.

라임이 맞는 단어

class pass mass glass brass bass (the fish) sass gas (in some dialects)

자주 하는 실수

Confusing 'grass' with 'glass' by swapping the 'r' and 'l' sounds.
Pronouncing the 's' at the end as a 'z' sound (it should be a sharp 's').
Using the wrong vowel sound based on the regional dialect (e.g., using the US 'a' in London).
Adding an extra vowel sound at the end (e.g., 'grasseh').
Swallowing the 'r' sound so it sounds like 'gass'.

난이도

독해 1/5

The word is very short and appears early in all English learning materials.

쓰기 1/5

Simple spelling, though learners must remember it is uncountable.

말하기 2/5

The 'r' and 's' sounds can be tricky for some native language speakers.

듣기 2/5

Can be confused with 'glass' in fast speech.

다음에 무엇을 배울까

선수 학습

green plant garden flower tree

다음에 배울 것

lawn meadow mow pasture nature

고급

botany ecosystem photosynthesis biodiversity monoculture

알아야 할 문법

Uncountable Nouns

We say 'much grass' or 'a lot of grass', but not 'many grasses'.

Collective Nouns for Units

Use 'a blade of grass' to refer to a single unit.

Prepositions of Place

Use 'on' for sitting on the surface and 'in' for being surrounded by tall grass.

Zero Article with Generalizations

Cows eat grass (general truth, no article needed).

Compound Nouns

Grasshopper, grassland, and grass seed are formed by combining words.

무료 가입하고 전체 설명 읽기

수준별 예문

The grass is green.

La hierba es verde.

Simple subject-verb-adjective structure.

I sit on the grass.

Me siento en la hierba.

Use the preposition 'on' for surfaces.

The cow eats grass.

La vaca come hierba.

'Grass' is the object of the verb 'eats'.

The grass is wet.

La hierba está mojada.

Using 'wet' to describe the state of the grass.

We play on the grass.

Jugamos en la hierba.

Present simple for a general activity.

The grass is very long.

La hierba es muy larga.

Using 'very' to modify the adjective 'long'.

Look at the green grass.

Mira la hierba verde.

Imperative sentence with an adjective.

There is grass in the garden.

Hay hierba en el jardín.

Using 'there is' for uncountable nouns.

He is mowing the grass now.

Él está cortando el césped ahora.

Present continuous for an ongoing action.

Don't walk on the grass.

No camines sobre la hierba.

Negative imperative.

The grass grows fast in summer.

La hierba crece rápido en verano.

Adverb 'fast' modifying the verb 'grows'.

I have grass stains on my jeans.

Tengo manchas de hierba en mis vaqueros.

Compound noun 'grass stains'.

The grass feels soft.

La hierba se siente suave.

Linking verb 'feels' followed by an adjective.

We need to water the grass.

Necesitamos regar la hierba.

Infinitive 'to water' after the verb 'need'.

The dog is running through the grass.

El perro está corriendo a través de la hierba.

Preposition 'through' for movement within a space.

Is the grass dry enough to cut?

¿Está la hierba lo suficientemente seca para cortar?

Using 'enough' to modify an adjective.

The grass is always greener on the other side.

La hierba siempre es más verde al otro lado.

Common idiom used for comparison.

They decided to plant artificial grass.

Decidieron plantar césped artificial.

Adjective 'artificial' modifying 'grass'.

The sheep graze on the mountain grass.

Las ovejas pastan en la hierba de la montaña.

Specific context of animal feeding.

A single blade of grass can be very strong.

Una sola brizna de hierba puede ser muy fuerte.

Using 'blade of' as a unit for the uncountable noun.

The park has many different types of grass.

El parque tiene muchos tipos diferentes de hierba.

Using 'types of' to categorize.

The grass provides a habitat for many insects.

La hierba proporciona un hábitat para muchos insectos.

Scientific/ecological context.

We sat on the grass and had a picnic.

Nos sentamos en la hierba y tuvimos un picnic.

Compound sentence with past simple verbs.

The smell of cut grass reminds me of childhood.

El olor a hierba cortada me recuerda a mi infancia.

Gerund 'cut' used as an adjective.

The drought has turned the grass brown and brittle.

La sequía ha vuelto la hierba marrón y quebradiza.

Present perfect with multiple adjectives.

Don't let the grass grow under your feet; start now!

No dejes que la hierba crezca bajo tus pies; ¡empieza ahora!

Idiomatic expression meaning 'don't delay'.

The stadium features a high-tech hybrid grass surface.

El estadio cuenta con una superficie de hierba híbrida de alta tecnología.

Complex noun phrase 'high-tech hybrid grass surface'.

The cattle were moved to a fresh patch of grass.

El ganado fue trasladado a un trozo de hierba fresca.

Passive voice 'were moved'.

The grass was swaying gently in the breeze.

La hierba se balanceaba suavemente con la brisa.

Past continuous for descriptive action.

Urban areas need more grass to reduce the heat island effect.

Las zonas urbanas necesitan más hierba para reducir el efecto de isla de calor.

Infinitive of purpose 'to reduce'.

The gardener is expert at identifying different grasses.

El jardinero es experto en identificar diferentes hierbas.

Using the plural 'grasses' for different species.

He was accused of grassing on his friends to the police.

Fue acusado de delatar a sus amigos a la policía.

Slang verb usage (British English).

The movement began at the grassroots level.

El movimiento comenzó a nivel de base.

Metaphorical use of 'grassroots'.

The morning dew clung to every blade of grass.

El rocío de la mañana se aferraba a cada brizna de hierba.

Personification with the verb 'clung'.

Beware of the snake in the grass within the office.

Cuidado con el traidor en la oficina.

Idiom for a treacherous person.

The expansive sward of grass stretched to the horizon.

La extensa pradera de hierba se extendía hasta el horizonte.

Using the literary term 'sward'.

The grass family, Poaceae, is vital for human survival.

La familia de las gramíneas, Poaceae, es vital para la supervivencia humana.

Appositive phrase for scientific naming.

The artist captured the subtle hues of the sun-scorched grass.

El artista capturó los sutiles matices de la hierba quemada por el sol.

Compound adjective 'sun-scorched'.

The policy was designed to protect the native grasses of the region.

La política fue diseñada para proteger las gramíneas nativas de la región.

Plural 'grasses' referring to botanical species.

The silence was broken only by the rustle of the grass.

El silencio solo fue roto por el susurro de la hierba.

Onomatopoeic noun 'rustle'.

The verdant landscape was a testament to the resilience of grass.

El paisaje verde era un testimonio de la resistencia de la hierba.

High-level vocabulary like 'verdant' and 'resilience'.

The poem explores the ephemeral nature of life through the metaphor of grass.

El poema explora la naturaleza efímera de la vida a través de la metáfora de la hierba.

Abstract literary analysis.

The lawn's monoculture of grass is ecologically sterile.

El monocultivo de hierba del césped es ecológicamente estéril.

Technical ecological critique.

The transition from natural grass to synthetic surfaces remains contentious.

La transición de la hierba natural a las superficies sintéticas sigue siendo polémica.

Formal academic tone.

The wind rippled across the prairie like waves on a sea of grass.

El viento ondeaba por la pradera como olas en un mar de hierba.

Extended simile.

The intricate root systems of perennial grasses prevent desertification.

Los intrincados sistemas radiculares de las gramíneas perennes previenen la desertificación.

Precise botanical terminology.

He has a tendency to grass on his associates whenever things go south.

Tiene tendencia a delatar a sus socios cada vez que las cosas van mal.

Mastery of idiomatic phrasal verbs.

The aesthetic of the English lawn is rooted in the idealization of grass.

La estética del césped inglés tiene sus raíces en la idealización de la hierba.

Cultural and historical analysis.

자주 쓰는 조합

green grass

mow the grass

cut the grass

long grass

blade of grass

water the grass

artificial grass

grass seed

grass stains

tall grass

자주 쓰는 구문

Keep off the grass

— A common sign in parks telling people not to walk on the lawn.

The sign in the park says 'Keep off the grass'.

Freshly cut grass

— Refers to the specific pleasant smell of grass after it has been mowed.

I love the smell of freshly cut grass.

A patch of grass

— A small area covered with grass.

There is a small patch of grass behind the house.

Grass court

— A tennis court with a surface made of grass.

Wimbledon is the most famous grass court tournament.

Dry grass

— Grass that has lost its moisture and turned brown.

The dry grass is a fire hazard in the summer.

Wild grass

— Grass that grows naturally without being managed by humans.

The hills were covered in wild grass.

Sea of grass

— A poetic way to describe a very large area of grass, like a prairie.

The pioneers looked out over a vast sea of grass.

Lush grass

— Grass that is thick, healthy, and very green.

The valley was filled with lush grass.

Wet grass

— Grass covered in water, dew, or rain.

My shoes got soaked from the wet grass.

Under the grass

— Literally beneath the surface, or sometimes a euphemism for being buried.

The old coins were found buried under the grass.

자주 혼동되는 단어

grass vs glass

Phonetically similar; one is a plant, the other is a hard material.

grass vs gas

Similar sound; one is a plant, the other is a fuel or state of matter.

grass vs gross

Similar sound; 'gross' means disgusting or total amount.

관용어 및 표현

"The grass is always greener on the other side"

— Other people's situations always seem better than one's own, even if they are not.

He quit his job for a new one, but soon realized the grass isn't always greener.

informal/neutral

"A snake in the grass"

— A person who pretends to be your friend but is actually waiting to hurt or betray you.

I thought he was my ally, but he turned out to be a snake in the grass.

informal

"Don't let the grass grow under your feet"

— Don't delay; take action immediately instead of waiting around.

If you want that promotion, don't let the grass grow under your feet.

neutral

"Grassroots"

— The most basic level of an activity or organization, involving ordinary people.

The campaign was successful because of its strong grassroots support.

neutral/political

"To grass on someone"

— To tell the authorities or someone in power about someone else's secret or illegal actions.

He refused to grass on his friends, even when the police questioned him.

slang (British)

"Put out to grass"

— To force someone to retire because they are considered too old to be useful.

After forty years at the company, he felt he was being put out to grass.

informal

"As green as grass"

— Very inexperienced or naive.

When she started her first job, she was as green as grass.

informal

"Not let the grass grow"

— To move quickly and efficiently.

The new manager didn't let the grass grow and made changes on day one.

neutral

"Kick grass"

— To waste time or be ineffective (less common).

Stop kicking grass and get to work!

informal

"Hear the grass grow"

— To have very sharp hearing or to be extremely sensitive to small changes.

He's so observant he can almost hear the grass grow.

literary/humorous

혼동하기 쉬운

grass vs lawn

Both refer to green areas.

Grass is the plant; a lawn is the specific area of land covered by grass.

I am mowing the grass on my front lawn.

grass vs turf

Both used in sports.

Turf usually includes the soil and roots, and can be artificial.

The players prefer natural grass over synthetic turf.

grass vs weed

Both are plants in a garden.

Grass is usually desired; a weed is any plant growing where it is not wanted.

I need to pull the weeds out of the grass.

grass vs hay

Both come from the same plant.

Grass is living and green; hay is grass that has been cut and dried for animal feed.

The farmer turned the grass into hay for the winter.

grass vs meadow

Both describe green fields.

A meadow is a large, wild area; grass is the specific plant growing there.

The meadow was covered in tall, wild grass.

문장 패턴

The [noun] is [adjective].

The grass is green.

I [verb] on the grass.

I sit on the grass.

It is time to [verb] the grass.

It is time to mow the grass.

There is [adjective] grass in the [place].

There is long grass in the park.

The grass is [comparative] than [noun].

The grass is greener than last year.

I have [noun] on my [clothing].

I have grass stains on my pants.

Despite the [noun], the grass [verb].

Despite the heat, the grass stayed green.

The [metaphor] of grass represents [abstract concept].

The metaphor of grass represents the cycle of life.

어휘 가족

명사

grassland

grasshopper

grasser (slang)

동사

grass (to cover with grass)

grass (to inform - slang)

형용사

grassy

grassless

사용법

frequency

Very high; one of the top 2000 words in English.

자주 하는 실수

The grasses are green. → The grass is green.
Grass is uncountable and should take a singular verb in general contexts.
I sit in the grass. → I sit on the grass.
Use 'on' for surfaces. 'In' implies you are inside or covered by the grass.
I need a grass of water. → I need a glass of water.
Confusion between 'grass' (plant) and 'glass' (container).
He is mowing the lawn grass. → He is mowing the grass / He is mowing the lawn.
Using both 'lawn' and 'grass' together is redundant. Choose one.
The grass is always more green. → The grass is always greener.
The idiom uses the comparative form 'greener,' not 'more green.'

팁

Uncountable Usage

Always treat 'grass' as a singular mass. Use 'is' instead of 'are' and avoid 'a' or 'an' before it. This is the most important rule for beginners.

Specific Units

If you need to count grass, use the phrase 'blades of grass.' For example, 'There were three blades of grass on his shirt.'

The R Sound

Make sure to clearly pronounce the 'r' in 'grass' to avoid it sounding like 'gas.' The 'r' should be a smooth, liquid sound.

Lawn Pride

In the US and UK, talking about the grass is a very common way to start a conversation with a neighbor. It's a safe and neutral topic.

Snake in the Grass

Use this idiom to describe someone who is sneaky or untrustworthy. It's a very common and descriptive expression in English.

Double S

Don't forget the double 's' at the end of 'grass.' Without the second 's,' it's not a word!

Mow vs. Cut

While you can say 'cut the grass,' the verb 'mow' is more specific and professional for using a machine to shorten a lawn.

On the Grass

When you are standing or sitting, the preposition is almost always 'on.' 'In the grass' is only used if the grass is very tall and covers you.

Sports Surfaces

When talking about football or tennis, 'grass' is often compared to 'clay' or 'hard' surfaces. This affects how the ball moves.

Slang Awareness

Be careful using 'grass' in informal UK settings, as calling someone a 'grass' is a serious insult meaning they are a snitch.

암기하기

기억법

Remember: GRass is GReen and it GRows. All three words start with 'GR'.

시각적 연상

Imagine a bright green field with a happy cow eating. The texture of the grass is soft and the color is vibrant green.

Word Web

green lawn mow cow park garden meadow blade

챌린지

Go outside and find three different places where grass is growing. Describe the color and length of the grass in each place using full sentences.

어원

The word 'grass' comes from the Old English 'græs', which has roots in the Proto-Germanic '*grasan'. It is related to the word 'grow' (Old English 'growan'), sharing the same linguistic root that implies greenness and growth. This connection highlights the plant's primary characteristic: its ability to grow and spread across the earth.

원래 의미: The original meaning was simply 'that which grows' or 'green plant'.

Germanic

문화적 맥락

Be aware that 'grass' is a slang term for marijuana, so use it carefully in informal settings to avoid confusion.

The suburban lawn is a major part of American and British culture, often requiring significant time and money to maintain.

'Leaves of Grass' by Walt Whitman (poetry collection) 'The Grass is Greener' (1960 film) Wimbledon Tennis Championships (played on grass)

실생활에서 연습하기

실제 사용 상황

Gardening

mow the grass
water the lawn
plant grass seed
pull weeds from the grass

Sports

grass court
playing on grass
artificial turf
slippery grass

Nature/Outdoors

sit on the grass
walk through the grass
tall wild grass
green fields of grass

Agriculture

grazing on grass
quality of the grass
dried grass for hay
pasture grass

Idioms

grass is greener
snake in the grass
grassroots movement
let the grass grow

대화 시작하기

"Do you prefer natural grass or artificial grass in your garden?"

"How often do you have to mow the grass at your house?"

"Is the grass in your country usually green all year round?"

"Do you like the smell of freshly cut grass in the summer?"

"Have you ever played a sport on a professional grass court?"

일기 주제

Describe a time you sat on the grass and felt completely relaxed. What did you see and hear?

Do you think having a green grass lawn is important for a home? Why or why not?

Write about the differences between a wild meadow and a perfectly cut lawn.

Explain the meaning of the idiom 'The grass is always greener' using an example from your life.

Imagine you are a tiny insect living in the tall grass. Describe your daily adventures.

자주 묻는 질문

10 질문

Grass is primarily an uncountable noun. We say 'the grass is green' or 'some grass.' You only use the plural 'grasses' when referring to different biological species of the grass family. For a single unit, use 'a blade of grass.'

Grass is the name of the plant itself. A lawn is a specific area of land, usually around a house or in a park, that is covered with grass and kept short by mowing. You can have grass in a wild field, but you wouldn't call that a lawn.

Grass is green because it contains chlorophyll, a pigment used in photosynthesis to convert sunlight into energy. This green color is its most defining physical characteristic in everyday language.

No, you should not say 'a grass' to refer to the plant. You can say 'some grass,' 'the grass,' or 'a blade of grass.' Saying 'a grass' is a common mistake for English learners.

This is a famous idiom meaning that people often think other people's lives or situations are better than their own, even when that is not necessarily true. It's about envy and perspective.

Yes, in informal settings, 'grass' can be slang for marijuana. In British English, it is also slang for an informant (someone who tells the police about a crime). Context is very important!

The plural is 'grasses.' However, remember that you only use this in specific scientific contexts. In 99% of daily conversations, you will only use the singular 'grass.'

Grass stains are the green marks left on clothing (especially knees and elbows) after someone has been playing or crawling on the grass. They are notoriously difficult to remove in the laundry.

Artificial grass is a surface made of synthetic fibers that looks like natural grass. It is often used on sports fields and in gardens where people want a green look without the maintenance of mowing and watering.

A 'blade' is the term for a single, individual leaf of grass. Because grass is uncountable, we use this phrase when we want to talk about one specific piece of the plant.

무료 가입하고 팁과 노트 보기