B1
automatic vs automatically
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| automaticadjective/ˌɑː.təˈmæt.ɪk/ | Meaning Working by itself without a person needing to control it. | Goes with — | Example The doors at the airport are automatic, so they open when you walk up. |
| automaticallyadverb/ˌɔː.təˈmæt.ɪk.li/ | Meaning in a way that happens by itself, without a person controlling or thinking about it | Goes with update automatically | Example The lights switch on automatically when you walk into the room. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
The doors close after ten seconds.