C2
brim vs rim
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| brimverb/brɪm/ | Meaning to be completely full of something, such as liquid, tears or a feeling | Goes with brim with confidence | Example Her eyes brimmed with tears as she said goodbye to her parents. |
| rimnoun/rɪm/ | Meaning the outer edge of something round, such as a cup, a bowl or a wheel | Goes with rim of a cup | Example She ran her finger around the rim of the glass before taking a sip. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
The new manager is with ideas for the shop.