Understanding ‘Aware’: Boost Your IELTS Vocabulary
Learn the meaning, usage, and common mistakes associated with the word ‘aware’. This video covers the definition, word type, synonyms, antonyms, and example sentences to help improve your IELTS vocabulary and avoid errors in language use.
Imagine walking down a busy street, looking at your phone, and almost bumping into someone. In that moment, you become aware of your surroundings.
Today, we’re learning about the word aware, an important vocabulary item for your IELTS preparation.
Word type: Aware is an adjective.
Meaning: Aware means having knowledge or perception of a situation or fact.
It describes being conscious or informed about something.
Word history: The word aware comes from Old English, combining a, meaning on, and waer, meaning wary or cautious.
Antonyms: Some opposites of aware include unaware, ignorant, and oblivious.
Synonyms: Words with similar meanings to aware are conscious, alert, and mindful.
Examples use in sentences: Let’s look at how to use aware in sentences. First: The company was not aware of the potential risks until it was too late.
Second: Are you aware that the deadline for the project is next week? Third: Being aware of cultural differences can help you avoid misunderstandings when traveling.
Common errors in use: A common mistake is using aware with the preposition of instead of about. For example, it’s correct to say I am aware of the problem, not I am aware about the problem.
To sum up, being aware means having knowledge or consciousness of something. It’s an adjective that can help you describe your understanding of situations or facts.
Remember to use it with the preposition of, and practice using it in your own sentences to improve your IELTS score.
