High, tall, strong, powerful

Faculta de Ciencias de la Educación Humanas y tecnologías

Escuela de IdiomasNames:

Patricia VinuezaRonald Marroquin

Susana Novillo

StrongPhysically strong means

being able to apply a great amount of force against some object without regard to time or distance

Strong•Of physical strength: great He was a very strong man who could carry a heavy bag.

•Of things: Not easily broken or destroyed For this job you need a strong metal ladder.

•Of a person: Important, effective or determined.We need a strong leader.

Of feelings and opinions: Great She received strong support from her

colleagues.Of level or intensity: GreatThe street lights are not strong enough.Of food or smell: Having a great amount. This coffee is a bit strong. Could I have

some milk in it?

 How to use “strong”Used with verbs:All the weight lifting has made him

very strong.•Used with adverbs:

I don't think you're strong enough to lift the table.

PowerfulPowerful is being able to

apply a great amount of force with regard to time and speed. Power means having authority whether given or earned to control.

Important and able to control and influence The president is the most powerful man in

America.

Physically strong Joe was a very powerful, well-built man.

Of actions: Having a great physical effectAli had a powerful defense.

How to use “powerful” Used with verbs:He has grown too powerful.

Used with nouns:"He is a powerful leader."

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HIGH OR TALL?HIGH

Measuring a long from bottom to top The highest mountain in Scotland is Ben Nevis.A long way from the ground The living room had a high ceiling.A large amount Many cities suffer from high levels of pollution.Above the normal level The work must be done to a high standard.

How to use “high”Used with adjectives:Profits reached a historic high.

Used with verbs:"Sales hit a record high."

TALLOf people, animal and some things: high and

narrowYour son´s getting tall, isn’t he?

How to use “tall” Used with verbs:"I want you to stand tall."

She felt   after the surgery.He has grown too Our team finished She is extremely He is a    leader.He is not very physically The drink has a    smell.He has a  presence.I have a   affection for her.

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