B2 noun Neutral

resource

/rɪˈsɔːrs/

A resource is a supply of assets, materials, or information that can be drawn upon to achieve a goal or function effectively. In a broader sense, it can refer to natural substances, financial means, or personal qualities like skill and intelligence.

Beispiele

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1

The internet is an incredible resource for learning new skills at home.

The web is a very helpful source for teaching yourself new things.

2

The government must manage its natural resources sustainably to protect the environment.

The state needs to handle its environmental assets carefully for future protection.

3

If you're stuck on the homework, that website is a lifesaver resource.

If you can't do the work, that site is an extremely helpful tool.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
resource
Verb
resource
Adverb
resourcefully
Adjektiv
resourceful
Verwandt
resourcefulness
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Merkhilfe

Think of the word 'RE-SOURCE' as something you can go back to (RE) as a 'SOURCE' of help whenever you have a problem.

Schnelles Quiz

The country is rich in natural ________ like oil and gas.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: resources

Beispiele

1

The internet is an incredible resource for learning new skills at home.

everyday

The web is a very helpful source for teaching yourself new things.

2

The government must manage its natural resources sustainably to protect the environment.

formal

The state needs to handle its environmental assets carefully for future protection.

3

If you're stuck on the homework, that website is a lifesaver resource.

informal

If you can't do the work, that site is an extremely helpful tool.

4

Academic journals are a primary resource for researchers conducting literature reviews.

academic

Scholarly magazines are the main source of data for people doing research studies.

5

We need to optimize our human resources to increase the company's annual productivity.

business

We must make better use of our employees to improve the company's output.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
resource
Verb
resource
Adverb
resourcefully
Adjektiv
resourceful
Verwandt
resourcefulness

Häufige Kollokationen

natural resources materials like oil or wood found in nature
human resources the people who work for an organization
limited resources a restricted amount of available help or materials
financial resources the money available to a person or group
allocate resources to distribute assets for a specific purpose

Häufige Phrasen

a man of resources

someone who is very good at finding ways to solve problems

pool resources

to combine money or efforts to achieve a common goal

drain on resources

something that uses up too much of what is available

Wird oft verwechselt mit

resource vs source

A source is the origin where something begins, while a resource is the supply that can be used.

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Nutzungshinweise

When referring to money or materials in a general sense, the plural form 'resources' is almost always used. The singular 'resource' is more common when referring to a specific tool or a person's capability.

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Häufige Fehler

Learners often use 'source' when they mean 'resource.' Remember: you get water from a source (the spring), but the water itself is a resource for the village.

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Merkhilfe

Think of the word 'RE-SOURCE' as something you can go back to (RE) as a 'SOURCE' of help whenever you have a problem.

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Wortherkunft

From the Old French 'resourdre,' meaning to rise again or recover, suggesting something that helps you get back on your feet.

Grammatikmuster

Countable noun (usually plural) Commonly followed by 'for' (e.g., a resource for students) Often used as a compound noun (e.g., resource management)
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Kultureller Kontext

In modern corporate culture, 'Human Resources' (HR) is the standard department name for managing employees.

Schnelles Quiz

The country is rich in natural ________ like oil and gas.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: resources

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A1

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A1

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A1

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A1

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A1

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A1

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follow

A1

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