B2 noun محايد

gene

/dʒiːn/

A gene is a basic unit of heredity in a living organism that carries information from one generation to the next. It consists of a specific sequence of DNA that determines particular characteristics or traits, such as eye color or height.

أمثلة

3 من 5
1

I think I inherited the 'early riser' gene from my mother.

I believe I received the hereditary trait for waking up early from my mother.

2

The scientists have successfully mapped the specific gene associated with this rare disorder.

Researchers have identified the DNA sequence linked to this uncommon medical condition.

3

Athleticism is definitely in his genes; both his parents were Olympians.

Physical talent is a natural part of his biological makeup because his parents were elite athletes.

عائلة الكلمة

اسم
gene
ظرف
genetically
صفة
genetic
مرتبط
genetics
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نصيحة للحفظ

Remember that Gene starts with G like 'Generation'—it is what you pass down to the next generation.

اختبار سريع

Scientists are trying to determine which ____ is responsible for the plant's resistance to cold weather.

صحيح!

الإجابة الصحيحة هي: gene

أمثلة

1

I think I inherited the 'early riser' gene from my mother.

everyday

I believe I received the hereditary trait for waking up early from my mother.

2

The scientists have successfully mapped the specific gene associated with this rare disorder.

formal

Researchers have identified the DNA sequence linked to this uncommon medical condition.

3

Athleticism is definitely in his genes; both his parents were Olympians.

informal

Physical talent is a natural part of his biological makeup because his parents were elite athletes.

4

Expression of this particular gene is regulated by environmental factors during early development.

academic

The way this specific hereditary unit functions is controlled by the environment during the initial stages of growth.

5

The pharmaceutical firm is patenting a new gene-editing technique to treat chronic illnesses.

business

The drug company is legally protecting a method for modifying DNA sequences to cure long-term diseases.

عائلة الكلمة

اسم
gene
ظرف
genetically
صفة
genetic
مرتبط
genetics

تلازمات شائعة

recessive gene a gene that is only expressed when two copies are present
dominant gene a gene that expresses its trait even if only one copy is present
gene therapy medical treatment involving the alteration of a patient's DNA
gene pool the stock of different genes in an interbreeding population
defective gene a gene that does not function correctly and may cause disease

العبارات الشائعة

it's in the genes

used to say a trait or ability is natural or inherited

jump the gene pool

to deviate significantly from family traits (humorous/slang)

gene editing

the process of making precise changes to DNA

يُخلط عادةً مع

gene vs jeans

Jeans are denim trousers, whereas genes are units of heredity; they are homophones.

gene vs genus

A genus is a rank in biological classification above species, while a gene is a molecular unit of DNA.

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ملاحظات الاستخدام

The word 'gene' is often used metaphorically in daily life to describe personality traits, but in scientific contexts, it refers strictly to the biological instructions for building proteins.

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أخطاء شائعة

Learners often use 'genetics' (the field of study) when they actually mean 'gene' (the physical unit). For example, saying 'I have a good genetics' instead of 'I have good genes'.

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نصيحة للحفظ

Remember that Gene starts with G like 'Generation'—it is what you pass down to the next generation.

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أصل الكلمة

Coined in 1909 by Danish botanist Wilhelm Johannsen from the Greek word 'genos' meaning 'birth' or 'origin'.

أنماط نحوية

countable noun plural: genes often used as a noun adjunct (e.g., gene sequencing)
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السياق الثقافي

The concept of 'genes' is central to the Western 'nature versus nurture' debate regarding how much of human behavior is biological.

اختبار سريع

Scientists are trying to determine which ____ is responsible for the plant's resistance to cold weather.

صحيح!

الإجابة الصحيحة هي: gene

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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