Cool MateImpressed vs Made those two deep impressions
When to use each in English, with meaning, register, and examples.
Impressed
Top 1,000 (very common)B2adjective
Made those two deep impressions
Beyond 10,000 (less common)
Most common: Impressed
| Impressed | Made those two deep impressions | |
|---|---|---|
| Pronunciation | 🇬🇧 /["/ɪmˈprest/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ɪmˈprest/"]/ | 🇬🇧 //meɪd ðəʊz tuː diːp ɪmˈprɛʃənz//🇺🇸 //meɪd ðoʊz tu dɪp ɪmˈprɛʃənz// |
| Meaning | Feeling admiration for someone or something. | created a strong effect on someone or something |
| Example | I was truly impressed by her ability to solve the complex math problem. | Her presentation made those two deep impressions on the audience. |
| Register | Neutral | Neutral |
| How common | Top 1,000 (very common) | Beyond 10,000 (less common) |
| CEFR level | B2 | - |
| Part of speech | adjective | |
| Collocations | be, look, seem, extremely, fairly, very, at, by, with | made an impression, deep impressions, lasting impressions, significant impact, strong effect |
| Antonyms | unimpressed, indifferent | erased, forgotten |
| Common mistakes | Confused with 'impress' — remember 'impressed' is a state of feeling., Using it with the wrong preposition — it should be 'impressed by' or 'impressed with'., Omitting the preposition entirely, e.g., saying 'I was impressed him' instead of 'I was impressed by him.' | Confused with 'left an impression' which is less intense., Used incorrectly in past tense for habitual actions., Used without specifying the subject causing the impression. |
| Usage notes | Use 'impressed' when you want to express admiration or respect. It is appropriate in both spoken and written contexts, but avoid using it in overly casual settings where simpler words might fit better. | Use when describing a lasting impact, typically in reflective contexts. Avoid in casual discussions. |
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Frequently asked questions: Impressed vs Made those two deep impressions
What's the difference between Impressed and Made those two deep impressions?
Impressed: Feeling admiration for someone or something. Made those two deep impressions: created a strong effect on someone or something
Which is more common: Impressed and Made those two deep impressions?
Impressed is the most common in everyday English.
Can you show an example of each?
Impressed: I was truly impressed by her ability to solve the complex math problem. Made those two deep impressions: Her presentation made those two deep impressions on the audience.
Can I use Impressed and Made those two deep impressions interchangeably?
Not always. Impressed and Made those two deep impressions are related and overlap in some contexts, but they differ in register, how common they are, and usage, so swapping one for another can change the meaning or tone. Check the differences above before substituting.