B2
eager vs fond vs keen
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| eageradjective/ˈiː.ɡər/ | Meaning wanting very much to do or have something, often with excitement | Goes with eager to learn | Example She is an eager student who always asks questions after class. |
| fondadjective/fɑːnd/ | Meaning liking someone or something very much, especially someone or something you have known for a long time | Goes with fond of | Example I've always been fond of my grandmother's village; I spent every summer there. |
| keenadjective/kiːn/ | Meaning wanting very much to do something, or very interested in something | Goes with keen on | Example My little brother is really keen on football and plays every afternoon. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
She's not very of spicy food, so order something mild for her.