Words / A1

HAHD/hɑːd/

Hard has two beginner meanings: difficult to do, and firm to touch (not soft). “The test was hard” vs “The chair is hard.” Context tells you which one. Opposite of difficult: easy. Opposite of firm: soft.

Meaning

Difficult to do, or firm to touch.

Examples

• “The test was hard.”
• “This bread is hard.”

Good to know

hard = difficult OR firm. Use the sentence to choose.

Near in meaning

difficult

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