B1
proper vs property
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| properadjective/ˈprɑː.pər/ | Meaning right, correct or suitable for a situation | Goes with — | Example You need the proper tools to fix a bike safely. |
| propertynoun/ˈprɑː.pər.ti/ | Meaning things that someone owns; also land and buildings | Goes with private property | Example Property prices in the city center have doubled in five years. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
You need the tools to fix a bike safely.