notch
Произношение: [nɑtʃ]
Слово
Контекст: «measurement»
(noun) a small cut or indentation made in a surface or object. Think of a notch like a tiny groove that makes it easier to hold something in place or measure something.
Пример
He made a notch on the tree to mark how tall he had grown.
Пример
There is no notch on this ruler to help us with the measurements.
Пример
Can you see the notch on the edge of this wood?
Контекст: «achievement»
(verb) to make a small cut or mark on something. It can also mean to achieve something, like scoring points. Imagine scoring points in a game and keeping track of it by making a notch.
Пример
She notched her first win in the tournament yesterday.
Пример
He didn't notch any points during the game this time.
Пример
How many notches have you made on your scorecard so far?
Контекст: «status»
(noun) a degree or level of something, often related to skill or quality. It’s like saying you are one notch higher in skill compared to someone else.
Пример
Her cooking skills are a notch above the rest.
Пример
This performance is not a notch better than the last one.
Пример
What notch have you reached in your music lessons?
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