air
Translation
air, atmosphere, manner, tune
Examples
I need some fresh air.
I need some fresh air.
There was an air of excitement.
There was an air of excitement.
He has an air of confidence.
He has an air of confidence.
The programme went on the air.
The program went on the air.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) the mixture of gases we breathe Let's get some fresh air.
((an air of sth.)) a particular feeling or quality There was an air of mystery.
Similar Words
Synonyms: atmosphere, breeze, wind
Etymology
From Old French 'air', from Latin 'aer', from Greek 'aēr'.
Memory Tips
Think of the air you breathe, the air of a place (atmosphere), or a song on the air (radio).