Rough.
A simple word.
But native speakers use it five different ways!
Let’s get started….
ROUGH #1
In Prague, there are two types of roads.
The modern, paved roads and the old cobblestone roads.
American tourists love the cobblestones.
It’s unusual to see cobblestones in the U.S.
“Charming.” “Lovely.” “Picturesque,” they say.
But when you live here, and you drive a car or ride a bike every day, you might have a different opinion.
“The cobblestone roads are rough,” you might say.
A headline from the local news reads:
“How to ride more comfortably on a bike over the rough cobblestones in Vodičkova Street.”
But I don’t mind.
I have neither a bike nor a car – I don’t need them!
Another reason I love living in Europe.
Every walk or tram ride I take is nice and smooth.
Cheers,
Mr. Vig
P.S.
What does “rough” mean?
How do you pronounce it?
What are some more examples?
How can you remember it and use it correctly?
I had a tough time trying to learn English. It was like trying to ride a bike over a cobblestone road. But now I will follow your method, I will follow the steps you proposed and I am sure that I will get results! Solo speaking: a great idea!