CEFR A2

spots

noun

Meaning

Small, round, or irregular marks or areas of color that are different from the surface around them.

Examples

The doctor examined the red spots on her skin.
He had a few white spots on his shirt.

Synonyms: marks, patches, blemishes, pigmentations

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spots (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /spɒts/

Definition

Small, round, or irregular marks or areas of color that are different from the surface around them.

Examples

The doctor examined the red spots on her skin.
He had a few white spots on his shirt.
The dalmatian dog is known for its black spots.

How to Use spots

spot of bother (idiom): A small amount of trouble or difficulty. — "I'm having a spot of bother with my computer."
spot of milk (collocation): A small amount of milk. — "Would you like a spot of milk in your tea?"
in a spot (idiom): In a difficult or awkward situation. — "He's in a real spot if he can't find his keys."

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