superhero

Everyday

1. A superhero is a character in comics, films or stories who has special powers, like flying or great strength, and uses them to fight evil and help people. tree →
2. Informally, a superhero is a real person who does something very brave or helpful. tree →

In the lessons

In stories and play, children love superheroes with capes, masks and secret identities. In writing lessons, pupils invent their own superhero with powers and a weakness. In everyday life, nurses, firefighters and parents are called «everyday superheroes». Phrases: «superhero costume», «superhero powers».

Examples

• My favourite superhero can fly and turn invisible. tree →
• He dressed up as a superhero for the school parade. tree →
• Design your own superhero and draw their costume. tree →
• Every superhero has a weakness. tree →
• Firefighters are real-life superheroes. tree →
• The superhero saved the city from the flood. tree →
• Many superheroes hide their real names. tree →

Note

Countable noun, one word; plural «superheroes» (with -es). «Super» means above or more than. Superheroes are made-up; real people cannot fly or jump off roofs, so never copy dangerous stunts.