B2
cleaning vs cleanliness
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| cleaningnoun/ˈkliː.nɪŋ/ | Meaning the work of making a place or thing free from dirt | Goes with — | Example Cleaning the kitchen takes me about an hour every Saturday morning. |
| cleanlinessnoun/ˈklen.li.nəs/ | Meaning the state of being free from dirt, or the habit of keeping things clean | Goes with standard of cleanliness | Example Guests often mention the cleanliness of the rooms in their hotel reviews. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Staff must maintain in the lobby at all times.