Words / A2

MAT-uh/ˈmætə/

When something matters, it is important: it doesn’t matter if you are late. What matters is the effort. As a noun, a matter is a subject or problem: a private matter. Mind is about thinking; matter is about importance. Never mind is a close everyday phrase.

Meaning

To be important.

Examples

• “It does not matter if you make a mistake.”
• “Your opinion matters to the team.”
• “This is a serious matter for the school.”

Good to know

it doesn’t matter. what matters is…. Noun: a matter. Close phrase: never mind.

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