occur
происходить
take place
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occur belongs to the topic "Natural Phenomena". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
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more colloquial; often used for chance events, accidents or everyday occurrences
Strange things can happen in this city.
A strange light appeared in the sky.
New details emerged after the interview.
formal; commonly means 'become known' (it transpired that...), less often 'happen'
It later transpired that the documents were forged.
often used for problems, questions or situations coming up rather than neutral events
If any difficulties arise, contact support.
How did this situation come about?
literary/formal; usually refers to something (often misfortune) that happens to someone
Great misfortune befell the family after the war.
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How is occur different from related words?
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В чем разница в английском между carry, wear, tote и lug
Carry — нести или иметь при себе, wear — носить на теле, tote — таскать с собой, lug — тащить тяжёлое с усилием.
В чем разница в английском между whole, entire, complete и intact
Разница между whole, entire, complete и intact: целое, весь объем, завершенность и сохранность без повреждений.
В чем разница в английском между choose, pick, select и opt for
Разница между choose, pick, select и opt for: обычный выбор, разговорный выбор, выбор из списка и осознанное предпочтение.
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occur meaning: what does it mean?
take place
occur pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
occur is pronounced as /tə əˈkɜː/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
occur definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Wildfires often occur during hot, dry summers. Translation: Лесные пожары часто могут происходить во время продолжительной засухи.
Is occur part of Natural Phenomena vocabulary?
Yes, occur (происходить) can be learned in the Natural Phenomena topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is occur part of Weather and Seasons vocabulary?
Yes, occur (происходить) can be learned in the Weather and Seasons topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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