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matter

The correct spelling is matter.

How to pronounce matter

/ˈmætə/
noun

IPA: /ˈmætə/

Say it like: Mat-ter

The correct spelling is matter. Substance, material. For example: "What's the matter?;   state matters"

Usage Examples

What's the matter?;   state matters

I stayed for a matter of months.

Sorry for pouring ketchup on your clean white shirt! - Oh, don't worry, it does not matter.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.Substance, material.
  2. 2.A condition, subject or affair, especially one of concern.
  3. 3.An approximate amount or extent.
  4. 4.The essence; the pith; the embodiment.
  5. 5.Inducing cause or reason, especially of anything disagreeable or distressing.

verb

  1. 1.To be important.
  2. 2.(in negative constructions) To care about, to mind; to find important.
  3. 3.To form pus or matter, as an abscess; to maturate.

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