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/ˈaiɾe/

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Translation

air

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Word origin

From Latin aer, itself borrowed from Greek aer ('air, mist'). The same Greek word gives English 'air' and 'aerial'.

Origin
Latin
Root
aer
English cognates
air, aerial

Grammar

Gendermasculine
Pluralaires

Examples

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I need some fresh air.

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The air in the room is very hot today.

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It is very chilly this morning.

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Open the window, I want some air.

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He threw the ball into the air and caught it.

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This word is taught in chapter 8, lesson 11: aire, decisión, disculpa and 6 more words.