B2
brass vs bronze vs copper
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| brassnoun/bræs/ | Meaning a yellow metal made by mixing copper and zinc, used for instruments, bells and door handles | Goes with brass band | Example The door handle is made of polished brass. |
| bronzenoun/brɑːnz/ | Meaning a hard brown metal made from copper and tin, or a medal for third place | Goes with win bronze | Example She won a bronze in the 200-meter race at the Games. |
| coppernoun/ˈkɑː.pər/ | Meaning a reddish-brown metal that conducts heat and electricity well, used in wires and pipes | Goes with copper wire | Example She polished the old copper pot until it shone. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
The bed has a solid frame.