C2
prostate vs prostrate
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| prostatenoun/ˈprɑː.steɪt/ | Meaning a small body part in men that makes some of the liquid in semen | Goes with — | Example Many older men see a doctor to check their prostate every year. |
| prostrateverb/ˈprɑː.streɪt/ | Meaning to lie flat on the ground, face down, as a sign of respect or worship | Goes with prostrate himself before | Example Pilgrims prostrate themselves before the golden statue at the temple. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
The messenger himself in front of the king.