Word patterns |
| adjectives |
amazed at/by |
We were all amazed at/by the tricks the magician did. |
| disappointed with |
I like that actor, but I was disappointed with his last film. |
| familiar with |
We might need a map because I'm not very familiar with the area. |
| involved in |
When did he first become involved in crime? |
| similar to |
Horse meat tastes a little similar to beef, or lamb. |
| verbs |
change something (from something) into |
In the story, the witch changes the prince from a man into a frog. |
| describe something as |
‘Would you describe him as tall?’ the police officer asked. |
| explain something to |
Let me explain the rules of the game to you. |
| remind somebody of |
Who does this picture remind you of? |
| remove something from |
You have to remove this piece of card. |
| nouns |
an influence on |
My uncle has had, a strong influence on me. |
| a picture of |
This is a picture of a family on holiday in Africa. |
