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“bad” in English

bad
Illustration of "bad" in a English cultural setting
A child frowns at a broken toy on the floor, their expression clearly showing disappointment and sadness over the situation.

Usage note

Use 'bad' to describe something negative, like a feeling, situation, or quality.

Examples

  • I feel bad today.

    I feel bad today.

  • That was a bad idea.

    That was a bad idea.

  • She has a bad mood.

    She has a bad mood.

Quick check

What does "bad" mean?

  • A. bad
  • B. beautiful
  • C. big
  • D. bright

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