Used to

B1 · Intermediate

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Explanation

Qısa izah (AZ)

Used to + əsas feil keçmişdə olmuş, indi isə adətən dəyişmiş vərdiş və ya vəziyyəti bildirir (indiki zamanda use ilə qarışdırılmır).

FormaNümunəAZ izahı
müsbətI used to smoke.əvvəllər çəkirdim (indi yox)
sualDid you use to live in London?əvvəllər orada yaşayırdın?
mənfiI didn't use to like coffee.əvvəllər xoşlamırdım
mənfi (alternativ)I used not to drive much.nadir istifadə, eyni məna
Qeyd: used to ≠ be used to get used to

Vocabulary

50 söz — ingilis tələffüzü üçün dinlək ikonasına basın; AZ tərcümə üçün düyməyə basın.

anyhow adverb /ˈɛnihaʊ/

used to say that something happened or will happen despite something else.

Example: She didn’t study much, but she passed the exam anyhow.

arrow noun /ˈæɹoʊ/

A thin, pointed weapon or symbol, often used with a bow or to show direction.

Example: He shot an arrow at the target and hit the center.

aspirin noun /ˈæspɚɪn/

A common medicine used to reduce pain, fever, or swelling.

Example: She took an aspirin to help with her headache.

astronomer noun /əˈstrɒnəmə/

A person who studies stars, planets, and other objects in space.

Example: The astronomer used a telescope to look at the moon and the stars.

backpack noun /ˈbækˌpæk/

A bag carried on your back, used for carrying things, especially when traveling or going to school.

Example: She packed her books and lunch into her backpack before leaving for school.

bang noun /bæŋ/

A sudden loud noise, often caused by something hitting something else.

Example: There was a loud bang when the door slammed shut.

barrel noun /ˈbæɹəl/

A large, round container made of wood, metal, or plastic, used for storing liquids or other substances.

Example: They filled the barrel with water for the animals.

basin noun /ˈbeɪsən/

A bowl-shaped container used for holding liquids or washing things.

Example: She filled the basin with warm water to wash the dishes.

brand-new adjective /ˌbrændˈnuː/

completely new and not used before.

Example: She bought a brand-new car last week.

brass noun /bræs/

A bright yellow metal made by mixing copper and zinc, often used for making musical instruments or decorative objects.

Example: The band played music using instruments made of brass, like trumpets and trombones.

breast noun /brɛst/

The front part of a person's chest, or the part of a bird's body that is used for meat.

Example: She put her hand on her breast and took a deep breath.

brick noun /brɪk/

A small, rectangular block made of clay or other materials, used for building walls and other structures.

Example: The house was built with red bricks.

bronze noun /brɒnz/

A metal made by mixing copper and tin, often used for making statues or medals.

Example: The statue in the park is made of bronze.

bull noun /bʊl/

A male cow, especially one that is used for breeding.

Example: The farmer kept a bull in the field with the cows.

burning adjective /ˈbɜːnɪŋ/

Very strong or extreme, often used to describe emotions, desires, or physical sensations like heat.

Example: She had a burning desire to travel the world.

calculator noun /ˈkælkjəˌleɪtɚ/

A small electronic device or tool used for doing mathematical calculations.

Example: I used a calculator to check the total cost of my shopping.

camel noun /ˈkæməl/

A large animal with a long neck and one or two humps on its back, used in desert areas for carrying people or goods.

Example: Camels are often used to transport goods across the desert.

canal noun /kəˈnæl/

A long, narrow man-made waterway used for boats or for moving water from one place to another.

Example: The canal was built to connect the two cities and make transporting goods easier.

carelessness noun /ˈkɛr.ləs.nəs/

Lack of attention or thought, often leading to mistakes or accidents.

Example: His carelessness caused him to forget his homework at home.

carpet noun /ˈkɑːr.pɪt/

A thick, soft material used to cover floors.

Example: We bought a new carpet for the living room to make it feel warmer.

carton noun /ˈkɑːr.tən/

A container made of cardboard or plastic, used for holding liquids or other goods.

Example: She bought a carton of milk from the supermarket.

channel noun /ˈtʃæn.əl/

A television station or a frequency used for broadcasting programs.

Example: I usually watch the news on channel 5 every evening.

chariot noun /ˈtʃær.i.ət/

A two-wheeled vehicle pulled by horses, used in ancient times for racing or fighting.

Example: The museum had a display of an ancient Roman chariot.

chest of drawers noun /ˌtʃɛst əv ˈdrɔːz/

A piece of furniture with drawers used for storing clothes or other items.

Example: She keeps all her sweaters in the chest of drawers in her bedroom.

combination noun /ˌkɒmbɪˈneɪʃən/

A mix of two or more things that are joined or used together.

Example: This recipe is a perfect combination of sweet and spicy flavors.

comma noun /ˈkɒmə/

A punctuation mark (,) used to separate parts of a sentence or items in a list.

Example: Please use a comma to separate the items in the shopping list.

cotton noun /ˈkɒtən/

A soft, white material that comes from a plant and is used to make cloth.

Example: She bought a shirt made of 100% cotton.

cushion noun /ˈkʊʃən/

A soft object, often filled with material like feathers or foam, used to make a seat or something else more comfortable.

Example: She put a cushion on the chair to make it more comfortable to sit on.

CV noun /ˌsiːˈviː/

A document that shows your education, work experience, and skills, used when applying for a job.

Example: She sent her CV to several companies to apply for a new job.

daze noun /deɪz/

A state of being confused and unable to think clearly.

Example: After the accident, she was in a daze and couldn't remember what had happened.

definite article noun /ˈdɛfɪnɪt ˈɑrtɪkəl/

A word used before a noun to show that it refers to a specific person or thing, such as "the" in English.

Example: In the sentence "The cat is sleeping," "the" is the definite article.

destruction noun /dɪˈstɹʌkʃən/

the act of destroying something or the state of being destroyed.

Example: The storm caused a lot of destruction in the town.

disease noun /dɪˈziːz/

An illness that affects people, animals, or plants, often caused by infection.

Example: Many people died from the disease before a cure was found.

dishwasher noun /ˈdɪʃˌwɒʃər/

A machine used for washing dishes, glasses, and other kitchen items.

Example: We bought a new dishwasher to make cleaning up after meals easier.

disk/disc noun /dɪsk/

A flat, round object, often used to store information or as part of a machine.

Example: She saved all her files on a small disk to keep them safe.

dozen noun /ˈdʌz.ən/

An indefinite but large number, often used colloquially.

Example: I've told you a dozen times to clean your room!

dude noun /duːd/

an informal way to refer to a man or boy, often used between friends.

Example: Hey dude, do you want to go to the park later?

duvet noun /ˈduːveɪ/

A soft, thick blanket filled with feathers or other material, used on a bed instead of a top sheet and blankets.

Example: I bought a new duvet to keep me warm during the winter.

economics noun /ˌiːkəˈnɑːmɪks/

The study of how money, goods, and resources are made, used, and shared in a society.

Example: She decided to study economics at university to understand how businesses work.

electricity noun /ɪˌlɛkˈtrɪsɪti/

A form of energy that is used to provide power for lights, machines, and other devices.

Example: We lost electricity during the storm, so the house was completely dark.

enemy noun /ˈɛnəmi/

A person who hates or opposes someone and tries to harm them.

Example: The two countries used to be enemies, but now they work together.

environmental adjective /ɪnˌvaɪrənˈmɛntəl/

Relating to the natural world and the impact of human activity on it.

Example: Many people are worried about the environmental problems caused by pollution.

explosion noun /ɪkˈsploʊʒən/

A sudden and violent burst, often with a loud noise, caused by something like a bomb or gas.

Example: The explosion damaged several buildings in the city.

facility noun /fəˈsɪlɪti/

A place or building used for a specific purpose.

Example: The sports facility has a swimming pool and a gym.

farmland noun /ˈfɑːɹm.lænd/

Land that is used for farming to grow crops or raise animals.

Example: The family owns a large area of farmland where they grow vegetables and keep cows.

ferry verb /ˈfɛri/

To carry people or goods on a boat or ship across a river or sea.

Example: The boat is used to ferry tourists to the nearby islands.

filling noun /ˈfɪlɪŋ/

A substance used to fill a space, such as inside a sandwich, pie, or tooth.

Example: The cake had a delicious chocolate filling.

firework noun /ˈfaɪɚˌwɝk/

A small device that explodes to produce bright lights and loud sounds, often used for celebrations.

Example: We watched the fireworks in the sky during the New Year's Eve party.

foot noun /fʊt/

The part of the body at the bottom of the leg, used for standing and walking.

Example: She hurt her foot while playing football.

freezer noun /ˈfriːzɚ/

A large container or part of a fridge used for keeping food very cold and frozen.

Example: We put the ice cream in the freezer to keep it from melting.

Practice sentences

Əvvəlcə Azərbaycan dilindəki cümləni oxuyun; ingilis dilindəki qarşılığını görmək üçün düyməyə basın.

AZ EN

Uşaq vaxtı hər yay dənizə gedirdim.

Əvvəllər burada fabrik var idi.

O, siqaret çəkirdi, indi çəkmir.

Biz köhnə evdə yaşayırdıq.

Mən bu yolu tanımırdım.

Keçmiş vərdiş və vəziyyət üçün “used to” istifadə olunur.

Əvvəllər daha çox vaxtım var idi.

O, həmişə gec qayıdırdı.

Bu məktəbdə oxuyanları xatırlayıram.

İndi vərdiş dəyişib.

Listening

This recording is from British Council.

Reading task

Mətni oxuyun və suallara cavab verin.

Reading: Used to

When I was a child, I used to play outside with my friends every day. I used to climb trees and ride my bike in the park. I also used to visit my grandparents every weekend. We used to eat ice cream together and go for long walks. At school, I used to like drawing and painting. I didn’t use to enjoy mathematics very much. Life was different back then, and I had more free time. Now, I don’t use to spend as much time outside, but I still remember my childhood games with happiness.

Uşaq vaxtı hər gün nə edirdim?

Hər həftəsonu kimə baş çəkirdim?

Uşaq vaxtı riyaziyyatı sevirdimmi?

Writing task

Uşaqlıq vərdişləriniz haqqında yazın.

Tapşırıq

  • Həmişə etdiyiniz fəaliyyətlər
  • Zamanla dəyişən vərdişlər
  • “used to” ifadəsini istifadə edin

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Quick quiz

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Past habit: “I _____ smoke.”

Question: “_____ you use to live here?”

Negative: “I didn’t _____ like coffee.”

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