C1 verb Neutral

articulate

/ɑːrˈtɪkjuleɪt/

To express thoughts, feelings, or ideas clearly and effectively in speech or writing. It involves the ability to put complex concepts into coherent words so that others can understand them easily.

Ejemplos

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1

I find it hard to articulate exactly why I'm so upset right now.

I find it difficult to explain clearly the specific reason I am feeling sad at this moment.

2

The candidate was unable to articulate a coherent policy on climate change during the debate.

The person running for office could not clearly state a logical plan regarding the environment during the discussion.

3

Dude, you need to articulate what you want instead of just pointing!

Friend, you should say clearly what you desire rather than just using your finger to show me.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
articulation
Verb
articulate
Adverbio
articulately
Adjetivo
articulate
Relacionado
articulator
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Truco para recordar

Think of an 'articulated' bus or a joint. Just as these are separate parts connected to move smoothly, 'articulating' is about connecting your separate thoughts into a smooth, flowing sentence.

Quiz rápido

Even though she was nervous, she was able to ________ her concerns to the board of directors very effectively.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: articulate

Ejemplos

1

I find it hard to articulate exactly why I'm so upset right now.

everyday

I find it difficult to explain clearly the specific reason I am feeling sad at this moment.

2

The candidate was unable to articulate a coherent policy on climate change during the debate.

formal

The person running for office could not clearly state a logical plan regarding the environment during the discussion.

3

Dude, you need to articulate what you want instead of just pointing!

informal

Friend, you should say clearly what you desire rather than just using your finger to show me.

4

The research paper fails to articulate the methodology used to collect the data.

academic

The academic document does not clearly explain the system used for gathering information.

5

Our manager is excellent at articulating the company's long-term goals to new employees.

business

The supervisor is very good at clearly describing the firm's future objectives to the staff members.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
articulation
Verb
articulate
Adverbio
articulately
Adjetivo
articulate
Relacionado
articulator

Colocaciones comunes

articulate a vision to clearly describe a plan for the future
struggle to articulate to have difficulty expressing thoughts in words
articulate clearly to speak or explain in a very understandable way
articulate a position to clearly state one's opinion or stance on an issue
articulate thoughts to put internal ideas into spoken or written words

Frases Comunes

well-articulated

presented or explained in a very clear and organized way

articulate the difference

to clearly explain how two things are distinct

fully articulate

to express something in its entirety and with great detail

Se confunde a menudo con

articulate vs enunciate

Enunciate refers specifically to the clear pronunciation of sounds and syllables, whereas articulate refers to the clear expression of ideas and thoughts.

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Notas de uso

As a verb, the final syllable is pronounced with a long 'a' sound (/eɪt/). It is most frequently used when discussing the communication of complex or abstract ideas rather than simple facts.

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Errores comunes

Learners often use the verb form with the adjective pronunciation (/ət/). Additionally, learners may use it interchangeably with 'say', but 'articulate' implies a level of precision and clarity that 'say' does not.

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Truco para recordar

Think of an 'articulated' bus or a joint. Just as these are separate parts connected to move smoothly, 'articulating' is about connecting your separate thoughts into a smooth, flowing sentence.

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Origen de la palabra

Derived from the Latin 'articulatus', meaning 'jointed' or 'divided into distinct parts'.

Patrones gramaticales

Transitive verb (requires an object: articulate something) Can be followed by a 'that' clause Regular verb conjugation: articulated, articulating
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Contexto cultural

In Western professional and academic settings, the ability to articulate one's own ideas is considered a crucial leadership trait and a sign of high emotional intelligence.

Quiz rápido

Even though she was nervous, she was able to ________ her concerns to the board of directors very effectively.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: articulate

Palabras relacionadas

to

A1

Used to indicate the place, person, or thing that someone or something moves toward. It can also mark the recipient of an action or the limit of a range.

and

A1

A primary conjunction used to connect words, phrases, or clauses that are grammatically equal. It indicates addition, a sequence of events, or a relationship between two things.

a

A1

A word used before a singular noun that is not specific or is being mentioned for the first time. It is used only before words that begin with a consonant sound to indicate one of something.

that

A1

This word is a demonstrative pronoun used to indicate a specific person, object, or idea that is further away in space or time from the speaker. It is also used to refer back to something that has already been mentioned or to introduce a clause that identifies something.

I

A1

The pronoun 'I' is used by a speaker or writer to refer to themselves as the subject of a verb. It is the first-person singular subject pronoun in English and is always capitalized regardless of its position in a sentence.

for

A1

Used to show who is intended to have or use something, or to explain the purpose or reason for an action. It is also frequently used to indicate a specific duration of time.

not

A1

A function word used to express negation or denial. It is primarily used to make a sentence or phrase negative, often following an auxiliary verb or the verb 'to be'.

with

A1

A preposition used to indicate that people or things are together, in the same place, or performing an action together. It can also describe the instrument used to perform an action or a characteristic that someone or something has.

he

A1

A pronoun used to refer to a male person or animal that has already been mentioned or is easily identified. It functions as the subject of a sentence.

you

A1

Used to refer to the person or people that the speaker is addressing. It is the second-person pronoun used for both singular and plural subjects and objects.

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