grammar · neutral

N + with + N/adj

Band 4-5task2speaking

A noun phrase using 'with' + noun/adjective to describe an accompanying feature of the noun, often replacing a relative clause (e.g. students with experience = students who have experience).

Examples

Applicants with experience will be preferred.

A city with good transport links attracts tourists.

Books with pictures are easier for children to read.

Band 8 sentence

Communities with limited access to clean water face significant health challenges.

Collocations

  • with experience
  • with access to

Common mistakes

People with who have experience are hired.People with experience are hired.

The company with has many employees.The company with many employees

Say it for a higher band

5who have + N6who has N7+N + with + N/adj

Easily confused

with + N vs who have + N

Applicants with relevant qualifications were shortlisted.

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