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Under
ˈəndər
Very common
~ 1700
~ 1700
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
Under -
Beneath or below something
Example: The cat is hiding under the table.
Usage: informalContext: everyday situations
Note: Commonly used to indicate a position below or beneath something.
Less than a particular amount or level
Example: The temperature is under 20 degrees Celsius.
Usage: formalContext: academic or technical contexts
Note: Used to express a quantity or level that is lower than a specified amount.
Controlled or managed by someone
Example: The department is under new management.
Usage: formalContext: business or organizational settings
Note: Indicates supervision or authority over a person or entity.
In a state of being subject to something
Example: The country is under attack.
Usage: formalContext: news or political discourse
Note: Used to describe a situation where something is experiencing or facing a particular condition or action.
Under's synonyms
beneath
Beneath means in a lower position or under something else.
Example: The treasure was buried beneath the old oak tree.
Note: Beneath is more formal and literary compared to under.
below
Below indicates a lower level or position than something else.
Example: The temperature dropped below freezing last night.
Note: Below is often used in a more literal sense of being lower than something.
underneath
Underneath means directly under or beneath something.
Example: She found her lost earring underneath the sofa.
Note: Underneath is often used to describe something hidden or concealed under another object.
Under expressions, common phrases
under the weather
Feeling slightly unwell or sick.
Example: I'm feeling a bit under the weather today, so I'm going to stay home and rest.
Note: The phrase 'under the weather' uses 'under' to convey being affected by or experiencing a condition or state.
under the table
Engaging in secret or dishonest activities, especially regarding money.
Example: They were exchanging money under the table, which is illegal.
Note: The phrase 'under the table' uses 'under' to indicate hidden or covert actions.
under pressure
Experiencing stress or being in a demanding situation.
Example: She performs well under pressure, always staying calm in challenging situations.
Note: The phrase 'under pressure' uses 'under' to describe being subjected to a particular condition or circumstance.
under control
Managed or regulated successfully; not chaotic or out of hand.
Example: The situation is now under control, and there is no need to worry.
Note: The phrase 'under control' uses 'under' to suggest a state of management or regulation.
under the radar
Not attracting attention or going unnoticed.
Example: She prefers to work quietly and stay under the radar.
Note: The phrase 'under the radar' uses 'under' to imply flying or operating at a low profile to avoid detection or scrutiny.
under the impression
Believing something to be true, often based on incomplete or incorrect information.
Example: I was under the impression that the meeting was canceled, but it seems I was mistaken.
Note: The phrase 'under the impression' uses 'under' to suggest being influenced or guided by a particular belief or understanding.
under the circumstances
Taking into account the existing conditions or situation.
Example: She did the best she could under the circumstances.
Note: The phrase 'under the circumstances' uses 'under' to indicate operating within the framework of a given set of conditions or factors.
Under everyday (slang) expressions
Under the hood
Means to examine the internal workings or mechanisms of something, especially a vehicle.
Example: Let's take a look under the hood to see what's causing the engine noise.
Note: The slang term 'under the hood' is metaphorical, relating to the literal engine hood of a car, while 'under' by itself signifies beneath or below.
Under the gun
Implies being under pressure or having a deadline looming.
Example: We're really under the gun to finish this project by Friday.
Note: 'Under the gun' conveys urgency and pressure, in contrast to the neutral meaning of 'under' as being positioned below something.
Under your belt
Refers to having acquired or achieved something, usually experience or skills.
Example: Once you have a few years of experience under your belt, you'll be ready for a promotion.
Note: 'Under your belt' suggests having gained something tangible, like experience, compared to 'under' indicating being beneath or below something physically.
Under the influence
Indicates being affected or controlled by something, often drugs or alcohol.
Example: He was caught driving under the influence of alcohol.
Note: While 'under' simply means below or beneath, 'under the influence' specifically denotes being impacted by a substance or external factor.
Under - Examples
The cat is hiding under the bed.
The bridge goes under the river.
The assistant is under the supervision of the manager.
Under grammar
Under - Adposition (Adposition) / Preposition or subordinating conjunction (Preposition or subordinating conjunction)
Lemma: under
Conjugations
Adjective (Adjective): under
Adverb (Adverb): under
Syllables, Separation and Stress
under Contains 2 syllables: un • der
Phonetic transcription: ˈən-dər
un der , ˈən dər (The red syllable is stressed)
Under - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
under: ~ 1700 (Very common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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