Word of the Day: Matter
The word “matter” is used for a situation or a problem; however, the exact meaning of this word is dependent on the circumstances of the situation.
- What’s the matter? (What’s the problem?)
- It doesn’t matter. (Sometimes this means “I don’t care.” Other times it means, “It’s okay.” It depends on the situation.)
- No matter what I do, I can’t figure out this problem. (I try and try again, but all the work that goes into this doesn’t make any difference.)
- This is no laughing matter. (This is a serious situation.)
- These decisions matter. (These decisions have consequences and affect people.)
- As a matter of fact, I’m kind of hungry. (As a matter of fact = in truth; in fact)
- The kind of education you get early in life will matter later in life.
This word is also used in science when discussing the existence of things in the universe.
- All things are made of some type of matter.
- Matter has weight and takes up space.
- The air around you is made up of matter.
Note: The “t” or “tt” in the middle of a word often sounds like a “d.”
Essential English Dictionary
Visit the Popular English Words Beginning with M page to see the list of all words starting with letter M. For seeing the HiCafe dictionary, visit the Popular English Words with Meaning page.
