Summary of common collocations with Temper

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What is Temper? How many common collocations are there with Temper in English? In today's article, let's explore the concept and the list of the most popular collocations with Temper!

I. What is Temper?
II. List of the most common collocations with Temper
III. Exercises on collocations with Temper
1. 1. Exercise: Choose the correct answer
2. 2. Answer

I. What is Temper?

In English, Temper is pronounced as /ˈtem.pɚ/ and functions as both a verb and a noun.

Temper acts as a noun, meaning: the tendency to become angry very quickly; mood or emotional state. For example: Jack has got a really bad temper.
Temper acts as a verb, meaning: to make something less strong, extreme, etc.. For example: I learned to temper my criticism.

II. List of the most common collocations with Temper

Below is a list of the most common collocations with Temper that PREP has compiled. Take a look!

No.	Collocations with Temper	Example
1	Bad temper /bæd ˈtempər/	Jack’s bad temper often resulted in conflicts with his coworkers over minor issues.
2	Fierce temper /fɪərs ˈtempər/	The boxer was known for his fierce temper, often intimidating opponents before matches.
3	Nasty temper /ˈnæsti ˈtempər/	After a long day at work, Emi was in a nasty temper, snapping at anyone who crossed her path.
4	Terrible temper /ˈterəbl ˈtempər/	Anna’s terrible temper got the best of her when she lost her temper over a small mistake.
5	Even temper /ˈiːvən ˈtempər/	Despite the chaos around him, Mark maintained an even temper, calmly addressing each challenge that arose.
6	Fiery temper /ˈfaɪəri ˈtempər/	John’s fiery temper flared up whenever he felt disrespected, making him difficult to work with.
7	Fit of temper /fɪt ʌv ˈtempər/	In a fit of temper, Peter threw his phone against the wall, regretting his actions immediately afterward.
8	Ill temper /ɪl ˈtempər/	Sarah’s ill temper made it difficult for her to maintain friendships, as she often lashed out at those closest to her.
9	Violent temper /ˈvaɪələnt ˈtempər/	Jackson had a violent temper that frightened those around him, leading to strained relationships with friends and family.
10	Keep temper /kiːp ˈtempər/	Despite the provocation, Anna managed to keep her temper in check, preferring to resolve conflicts calmly.
11	Control temper /kənˈtroʊl ˈtempər/	Through years of practice, Richard learned to control his temper.
12	Cool tempers /kuːl ˈtempərz/	Anna tried to cool tempers by offering a compromise.
13	Frayed tempers /freɪd ˈtempərz/	After hours in the hot sun, Jame and Peter’s frayed tempers led to a heated argument.
14	Loss of temper /lɒs əv ˈtempər/	Jack’s loss of temper at the meeting surprised everyone.
15	Volatile temper /ˈvɒlətl ˈtempər/	John has a volatile temper that can be triggered by the smallest things.
16	Lose temper /luːz ˈtempər/	Maria tends to lose her temper when things don’t go her way.
17	Temper tantrum /ˈtempər ˈtæntrəm/	The child threw a temper tantrum when he didn't get the toy he wanted.
18	Sweetness of temper /ˈswiːtnəs əv ˈtempər/	Emi’s sweetness of temper makes her popular with everyone.
19	Temper of mind /ˈtempər əv maɪnd/	Jackson has a calm temper of mind, even in stressful situations.
20	Temper rise /ˈtempər raɪz/	You could see his temper rise as the debate got more intense.
21	Temper flare /ˈtempər fleər/	Tempers flare whenever the topic of politics comes up at dinner.

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III. Exercises on collocations with Temper

To better understand the meanings of collocations with Temper, let's complete the practice exercise below!

1. Exercise: Choose the correct answer

But Anna has a ___________, and she has just let fly at him.
1. bad temper
2. even temper
3. fiery temper
Can we proceed with the debate in an __________?
1. fit of temper
2. even temper
3. bad temper
Jack was a man of enormous physical strength, with a __________ and a rather childish mind—a difficult combination.
1. violent temper
2. ill temper
3. fiery temper
John has also, in a ___________, thrown a hearing aid across the room.
1. fit of temper
2. ill temper
3. violent temper
Anything that adds to this harassment and, often, _________ and bitterness—would be a disaster.
1. bad temper
2. ill temper
3. even temper

2. Answer

1 - A

2 - B

3 - C

4 - A

5 - B

PREP hopes that after reviewing the theory and completing the practice exercise, you now understand the concept, meanings, and usage of the common collocations with Temper. This knowledge will not only improve your English proficiency but also help you communicate more effectively in various contexts. Keep following PREP to stay updated on more useful English knowledge! By regularly engaging with our content, you can steadily enhance your English skills, becoming more confident and versatile in your usage of the language.

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