B2 verb Neutral

laboratory

/ləˈbɒrətri/ (UK), /ˈlæbrətɔːri/ (US)

A laboratory is a room or building equipped for scientific experiments, research, or the testing and analysis of substances. It provides a controlled environment where scientists and technicians can use specialized equipment to conduct studies or manufacture chemicals.

Beispiele

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1

I need to drop by the laboratory to pick up my medical test results.

I need to visit the testing facility to collect my medical results.

2

The institution has inaugurated a state-of-the-art laboratory for advanced robotics research.

The organization has opened a high-tech facility for studying advanced robotics.

3

I'll be in the lab all afternoon if you need to find me.

I will be working in the research room for the rest of the day.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
laboratory
Verb
labor
Adjektiv
laboratorial
Verwandt
laborer
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Merkhilfe

Think of 'Labor' (work) + 'tory' (place). It is a 'place for work', specifically scientific work.

Schnelles Quiz

The scientist spent twelve hours in the _______ analyzing the chemical samples.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: laboratory

Beispiele

1

I need to drop by the laboratory to pick up my medical test results.

everyday

I need to visit the testing facility to collect my medical results.

2

The institution has inaugurated a state-of-the-art laboratory for advanced robotics research.

formal

The organization has opened a high-tech facility for studying advanced robotics.

3

I'll be in the lab all afternoon if you need to find me.

informal

I will be working in the research room for the rest of the day.

4

The experiment was conducted under strictly controlled laboratory conditions to ensure accuracy.

academic

The scientific test was performed in a regulated environment to guarantee precise results.

5

Our corporate laboratory is currently developing a more efficient fuel additive.

business

Our company's research center is creating a better type of fuel supplement.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
laboratory
Verb
labor
Adjektiv
laboratorial
Verwandt
laborer

Häufige Kollokationen

research laboratory a place for scientific investigation
laboratory equipment tools used in a scientific room
laboratory technician a person trained to work in a lab
clinical laboratory a facility for medical testing
laboratory coat a white protective garment worn by scientists

Häufige Phrasen

lab rat

a person who is the subject of an experiment

laboratory-grown

produced in a lab rather than in nature

in a laboratory setting

within a controlled scientific environment

Wird oft verwechselt mit

laboratory vs lavatory

A lavatory is a bathroom or toilet, while a laboratory is a place for scientific research.

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Nutzungshinweise

In common speech and even in many professional settings, the word is almost always shortened to 'lab'. However, 'laboratory' should be used in formal writing and official titles.

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Häufige Fehler

Learners often confuse the spelling by forgetting the 'o' after 'r' or mixing it up with 'lavatory'. Also, note that British English stresses the second syllable (la-BOR-atory), while American English stresses the first (LAB-ratory).

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Merkhilfe

Think of 'Labor' (work) + 'tory' (place). It is a 'place for work', specifically scientific work.

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Wortherkunft

From the Medieval Latin word 'laboratorium', which comes from 'laborare' meaning 'to work'.

Grammatikmuster

Countable noun Plural: laboratories Often used as a noun adjunct (e.g., laboratory results)
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Kultureller Kontext

In Western culture, laboratories are often associated with 'mad scientists' in fiction or the pinnacle of objective, clinical truth in news and media.

Schnelles Quiz

The scientist spent twelve hours in the _______ analyzing the chemical samples.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: laboratory

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