Name: Five uses of 'flat' - English In A Minute
Uploaded: 2020-10-24T03:25:26.000Z
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To-infinitive

Let's look at some different ways to use the word 'flat'.

Modal verbs - A2

As an adjective, 'flat' can mean 'level' - something that doesn't go up or down.

We can also use 'flat' as adverb. It refers

to something which is lying horizontally.

'This book is lying horizontally!' Or: 'It's lying flat.'

When we feel sad, or dull, or we lack emotion,

'I feel flat because I can't go outside today!'

As a noun, a 'flat' is also a place we live. We could also say 'apartment'.

We can also use 'flat' after a period of time

to emphasise how quickly something can be done.

'This is a short video. You can watch it in one minute flat.'