B2 noun رسمي

derivation

/ˌder.ɪˈveɪ.ʃən/

Derivation is the process of tracing something back to its source or origin, particularly in linguistics where it refers to the formation of a word from another word or base. It can also refer to the logical steps used to reach a conclusion or formula in mathematics and science.

أمثلة

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1

The teacher explained the derivation of the word 'telephone' from Greek roots.

The instructor described the linguistic origin of the word 'telephone' from ancient Greek.

2

The legal derivation of these rights is found in the nation's constitution.

The formal source of these legal rights is established within the country's constitution.

3

I am not sure about the derivation of that weird nickname he has.

I don't know where that strange nickname of his actually came from.

عائلة الكلمة

اسم
derivation
Verb
derive
ظرف
derivatively
صفة
derivative
مرتبط
derivative
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نصيحة للحفظ

Think of a 'River' - just as a river flows from its source, a derivation shows how a word or idea flows from its original root.

اختبار سريع

The ______ of the scientific theory was documented in the researcher's final report.

صحيح!

الإجابة الصحيحة هي: derivation

أمثلة

1

The teacher explained the derivation of the word 'telephone' from Greek roots.

everyday

The instructor described the linguistic origin of the word 'telephone' from ancient Greek.

2

The legal derivation of these rights is found in the nation's constitution.

formal

The formal source of these legal rights is established within the country's constitution.

3

I am not sure about the derivation of that weird nickname he has.

informal

I don't know where that strange nickname of his actually came from.

4

The student struggled with the mathematical derivation of the complex physics formula.

academic

The student had difficulty showing the logical steps used to create the complex physics formula.

5

The derivation of profit from our secondary services has increased significantly this quarter.

business

The process of getting profit from our additional services has grown a lot this period.

عائلة الكلمة

اسم
derivation
Verb
derive
ظرف
derivatively
صفة
derivative
مرتبط
derivative

تلازمات شائعة

etymological derivation the history of a word's development
mathematical derivation the step-by-step proof of a formula
clear derivation an obvious or easy-to-trace origin
process of derivation the method of obtaining something from a source
direct derivation coming straight from a specific starting point

العبارات الشائعة

by derivation

according to its origin

word derivation

how a word was constructed

point of derivation

the specific beginning of a process

يُخلط عادةً مع

derivation vs derivative

Derivation is the process of forming something, while a derivative is the actual object or word that was created.

derivation vs deprivation

Deprivation means lacking something necessary, while derivation means getting something from a source.

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ملاحظات الاستخدام

In academic writing, use 'derivation' to describe the logic behind a theory or the history of a word. It is more precise than simply saying 'start' or 'beginning'.

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أخطاء شائعة

Learners sometimes use the verb 'derive' when the noun 'derivation' is required for the sentence structure. For example, saying 'The derive of the word' instead of 'The derivation of the word'.

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نصيحة للحفظ

Think of a 'River' - just as a river flows from its source, a derivation shows how a word or idea flows from its original root.

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أصل الكلمة

From the Latin 'derivatio', which literally means 'a drawing off' (like water from a stream).

أنماط نحوية

Usually a countable noun. Commonly followed by the preposition 'of'. Often used in the singular to describe a specific historical path.

اختبار سريع

The ______ of the scientific theory was documented in the researcher's final report.

صحيح!

الإجابة الصحيحة هي: derivation

كلمات ذات صلة

complement

A2

A thing that completes or brings to perfection something else. In grammar, it refers to a word or phrase that follows a verb and provides more information about the subject or object.

compound

A2

Describes something that is made of two or more separate parts or elements joined together. It is often used to talk about words, sentences, or chemical substances that have multiple components.

conceive

A2

To form an idea, plan, or concept in the mind. It is also the medical term used to describe when a woman becomes pregnant.

confer

A2

To discuss something with other people in order to reach a decision or exchange ideas. It can also mean to officially give an honor, title, or degree to someone.

conform

A2

To behave according to rules, standards, or what is expected by a group of people. It means to fit in or act in a way that matches others.

consecutive

A2

Following one after another in a continuous series without any breaks. It describes things that happen in a logical order, like numbers (1, 2, 3) or days (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday).

consistency

A2

Consistency is the quality of always acting or behaving in the same way. it also describes how thick or smooth a liquid or substance is.

disclude

B1

Describing a state where someone or something is left out, omitted, or not allowed to participate in a group or activity. It refers to the condition of being kept apart from a whole or a set.

antiformous

B1

Describes a shape or structure that is curved or folded upwards like an arch. It is most often used in geology and geometry to describe a convex surface.

interspect

B1

Describing a person who is thoughtful and focused on their own internal thoughts and feelings. It refers to the act of looking inward to examine one's own emotions and motives rather than focusing on external things.

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