Miss or lose
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This document discusses the difference between using "lose" and "miss" in English. It notes that "lose" should be used for things that can be physically lost, like keys, while "miss" should be used for missed events, opportunities, transportation, or feeling sad about not seeing someone. Some examples are provided, such as that one would say "I missed my flight" rather than "I lost my flight".
Miss or lose
- 1. Miss or Lose? By: Valentina Mojica
- 2. Usually you miss something which happens, such as an event, a train leaving, or an opportunity. Usually you lose a thing.
- 3. Common Errors in English: Lose and Miss Dont say: I lost my flight. Say: I missed my flight. Use lose with objects: ≒Oh no! I lost my keys! Use lose with sports games: ≒My favorite soccer team lost 3-0 in the semifinal. Use miss with transportation (flights, trains, buses): ≒I missed the 7:00 train, so I had to take the 8:00 one. Use miss with events and opportunities: ≒You missed a great English class yesterday! We also use miss to talk about feeling sad when we dont see someone: ≒My brother moved to Australia last year. I really miss him!