🇬🇧🇪🇸 frost - escarcha : English Lesson

Meaning of "frost" ("escarcha"), detailed definition, and a short video lesson below.

Frost is a thin layer of ice crystals that forms on surfaces like windows, grass, and cars when the temperature drops below freezing. It occurs when water vapor in the air comes into contact with a cold surface and freezes. Frost can create beautiful patterns and is often seen on chilly mornings.

Watch and listen to this English flashcard to understand the word in more detail, with an easy example sentence.

My mom saw frost on the ground and immediately declared it “hot cocoa season.”

I tried to draw a smiley face in the frost, but my finger just went numb instead.

The cat saw frost for the first time and now refuses to step outside.

My little brother thought licking the frost on the car was a good idea… it was not.

The frost on my bike seat made me feel like I was sitting on a popsicle.

She woke to a thin frost on the window, frost on the grass, frost on the old bicycle seat and frost along the fence. She pushed the door and saw frost on the step melt under her boot. A cold drop ran down her hand; she smiled at the small, bright frost and felt warm inside.

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This word is at the B2 level, which means it’s used in more complex conversations and texts. It helps you discuss abstract ideas, express opinions clearly, and engage in discussions on a variety of topics, both personal and professional.

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