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MACH/mætʃ/

A game between two sides is a match: a football match, watch the match. Much means a large amount — different word. A match can also be a small stick for lighting a fire, later.

Meaning

A game between two teams or players; also a small stick for fire.

Examples

• “We watched a football match.”
• “The match starts at three.”
• “We lost the tennis match.”

Good to know

a football match / watch the match. Mix-up: much.

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