Phil
Let’s learn match. It’s a verb and a noun. It’s about how things relate to each other. Clothes match if they look good together. People are a good match for each other if they make a good couple.
Examples
I need to take this tie off. It doesn’t match my shirt.
Joe and Emily are a cute couple. They’re a great match.
Phil
Match as a verb can mean put things together with other suitable things.
Examples
You need to match the questions with the correct answers.
Phil
If you match someone at something, you reach their level. In a similar way, match as a noun can be a game between sports teams.
Example
I can easily match you at chess. You’re not that good!
She scored the goal that won them the match.
Phil
Match is about similarity, whether that’s about a similar colour, similar personality, or a similar level. We hope that our lessons match your needs.
match
Match is a verb and a noun and is about how things related to each other. Clothes match if they look good together. People are a good match for each other if they make a good couple.
- Your pink shoes don’t really match your orange socks.
- Those two present the programme very well together. They’re a good match.
As a verb, match can mean to put things together with other suitable things.
- You need to match the questions with the correct answers.
If you match someone at something, you reach their level. A match can be a game between sports teams.
- She scored the goal that won them the match.
- I can match your exam results. We’re equally as good at maths.