B2
respected vs respectful
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| respectedadjective/rɪˈspek.tɪd/ | Meaning admired by many people because of your good qualities or achievements | Goes with respected member | Example He became a respected member of the local community. |
| respectfuladjective/rɪˈspekt.fəl/ | Meaning Showing that you value someone and treat them politely. | Goes with — | Example Children should be respectful to their teachers and listen carefully in class. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
She is a scientist who has won several international prizes.