B2 adjective Neutral

supplement

/ˈsʌplɪmənt/

Describing something that is added to a main part to improve it, provide extra information, or make up for a deficiency. In an adjectival sense, it refers to items or actions that are secondary and supportive rather than primary.

Beispiele

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1

She takes supplement vitamins every morning to boost her immune system.

She takes additional vitamin pills daily to help her body stay healthy.

2

The professor provided a supplement reading list for students interested in the history of Rome.

The teacher gave an extra list of books for students who wanted to learn more about Rome.

3

I need to find a supplement job to pay off my student loans faster.

I need to get a second, extra job to help pay my debts more quickly.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
supplement
Verb
supplement
Adverb
supplementally
Adjektiv
supplemental
Verwandt
supplementation
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Merkhilfe

Think of the word 'Supply'. A supplement is an extra 'Supply' of an 'Element' you need.

Schnelles Quiz

The athlete takes a protein _______ to help build muscle after training sessions.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: supplement

Beispiele

1

She takes supplement vitamins every morning to boost her immune system.

everyday

She takes additional vitamin pills daily to help her body stay healthy.

2

The professor provided a supplement reading list for students interested in the history of Rome.

academic

The teacher gave an extra list of books for students who wanted to learn more about Rome.

3

I need to find a supplement job to pay off my student loans faster.

informal

I need to get a second, extra job to help pay my debts more quickly.

4

The board approved a supplement budget to cover the rising costs of raw materials.

business

The directors agreed on an additional amount of money to pay for more expensive materials.

5

Please refer to the supplement document attached to the end of the contract for specific clauses.

formal

Please look at the extra paper at the end of the legal agreement for more details.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
supplement
Verb
supplement
Adverb
supplementally
Adjektiv
supplemental
Verwandt
supplementation

Häufige Kollokationen

supplement income extra money earned in addition to a main salary
supplement insurance additional insurance that covers costs the main policy does not
supplement material extra resources provided alongside a main text
supplement funding extra money provided to support a project
supplement benefit an extra advantage or payment

Häufige Phrasen

dietary supplement

a product taken by mouth that contains a dietary ingredient

supplement to

an addition made to something to complete it

supplemental information

extra data that supports a main conclusion

Wird oft verwechselt mit

supplement vs complement

Complement means to complete or make perfect, while supplement means to add extra to something that may already be complete.

supplement vs compliment

Compliment is a polite expression of praise or admiration.

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Nutzungshinweise

While 'supplemental' or 'supplementary' are the formal adjective forms, 'supplement' is frequently used as an attributive noun acting as an adjective in technical, medical, and business contexts.

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Häufige Fehler

Learners often use 'supplement' when they mean 'complement'. Remember: a supplement is an extra 'plus', while a complement 'completes' the set.

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Merkhilfe

Think of the word 'Supply'. A supplement is an extra 'Supply' of an 'Element' you need.

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Wortherkunft

Derived from the Latin 'supplere', meaning 'to fill up' or 'to complete'.

Grammatikmuster

Used as an attributive noun before other nouns. The stress is on the first syllable when used as a noun or adjective.
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Kultureller Kontext

In many Western cultures, 'dietary supplements' are a massive commercial industry involving vitamins, minerals, and herbal products.

Schnelles Quiz

The athlete takes a protein _______ to help build muscle after training sessions.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: supplement

Ähnliche Wörter

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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