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Damp

🇬🇧 UK //dæmp// 🇺🇸 US //dæmp//

Meaning of Damp

Slightly wet or moist.

Damp in a sentence

• The towel was still damp after the wash.
• He noticed the dampness in the walls of the basement.
• The air felt damp after the rain.
• They walked on the damp grass in the morning.
• She wore a jacket because of the damp weather outside.
• The damp smell of the forest was refreshing.
• A damp sponge is used to clean small messes.

How to use Damp

Use 'damp' for slight wetness, often in contexts like weather or conditions. Avoid using it in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

damp + object

Memory hint

Think of 'damp' as a damp sponge, just a little wet.

Related words

Collocations with Damp

• damp cloth
• damp weather
• damp ground
• damp conditions

Synonyms for Damp

• moist
• wet
• humid
• dampish
• drizzly

Opposites of Damp

• dry
• arid

Common mistakes with Damp

• Confused with 'wet' - 'damp' is less intense than 'wet'.
• Used to describe very wet conditions.
• 'Damp' is not typically used with 'very' or 'extremely'.

Frequently asked questions about Damp

What does Damp mean?

Slightly wet or moist.

How do you use Damp in a sentence?

The towel was still damp after the wash.

Can you give another example of Damp?

He noticed the dampness in the walls of the basement.

What are synonyms for Damp?

Common alternatives include moist, wet, humid, dampish, drizzly.

What is the opposite of Damp?

Opposite meanings include dry, arid.

What words go with Damp?

It commonly pairs with damp cloth, damp weather, damp ground, damp conditions.

What are common mistakes when using Damp?

Confused with 'wet' - 'damp' is less intense than 'wet'. Used to describe very wet conditions. 'Damp' is not typically used with 'very' or 'extremely'.

How do you pronounce Damp?

US: //dæmp//, UK: //dæmp//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Damp?

Use 'damp' for slight wetness, often in contexts like weather or conditions. Avoid using it in formal writing.