B2
fir vs pine
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| firnoun/fɜːr/ | Meaning A tall evergreen tree with thin, sharp leaves, often used as a Christmas tree. | Goes with — | Example We chose a small fir tree and decorated it for Christmas. |
| pinenoun/paɪn/ | Meaning a tall tree with thin, sharp leaves that stay green all year; also its wood, used for furniture | Goes with pine tree | Example A line of tall pines stood along the edge of the lake. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
The children collected cones for decoration.