B2 adjective Neutral

bridge

/brɪdʒ/

Used to describe something that serves as a transitional or temporary connection between two different states, periods, or entities. In academic and business contexts, it often refers to measures taken to fill a gap until a permanent solution is established.

Ejemplos

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1

I used a bridge loan to pay for my new house while waiting for the sale of my old one to finalize.

I used a bridge loan to pay for my new house while waiting for the sale of my old one to finalize.

2

The administration implemented a bridge solution to maintain services during the transition to the new software.

The administration implemented a bridge solution to maintain services during the transition to the new software.

3

That protein bar was just a bridge snack to get me through until the late dinner.

That protein bar was just a bridge snack to get me through until the late dinner.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
bridge
Verb
bridge
Adjetivo
bridge
Relacionado
bridging
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Truco para recordar

Visualize a physical bridge connecting two cliffs; a 'bridge course' or 'bridge loan' is the structure that helps you get from where you are to where you want to be.

Quiz rápido

The university recommends a ____ program for students transitioning from high school to graduate-level research.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: bridge

Ejemplos

1

I used a bridge loan to pay for my new house while waiting for the sale of my old one to finalize.

everyday

I used a bridge loan to pay for my new house while waiting for the sale of my old one to finalize.

2

The administration implemented a bridge solution to maintain services during the transition to the new software.

formal

The administration implemented a bridge solution to maintain services during the transition to the new software.

3

That protein bar was just a bridge snack to get me through until the late dinner.

informal

That protein bar was just a bridge snack to get me through until the late dinner.

4

The college offers a bridge course for students who need to strengthen their math skills before starting the engineering program.

academic

The college offers a bridge course for students who need to strengthen their math skills before starting the engineering program.

5

The company secured bridge funding to cover operational costs until the next major investment round.

business

The company secured bridge funding to cover operational costs until the next major investment round.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
bridge
Verb
bridge
Adjetivo
bridge
Relacionado
bridging

Colocaciones comunes

bridge loan bridge loan
bridge course bridge course
bridge funding bridge funding
bridge solution bridge solution
bridge program bridge program

Frases Comunes

bridge the gap

bridge the gap

burn one's bridges

burn one's bridges

cross that bridge when you come to it

cross that bridge when you come to it

Se confunde a menudo con

bridge vs bridging

Bridging is often used as a gerund or present participle, whereas 'bridge' as an adjective is a fixed attributive noun used to describe a specific type of resource.

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Notas de uso

The word 'bridge' functions as an adjective primarily in an attributive position, meaning it must come before a noun. It is most common in technical, financial, or educational contexts.

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Errores comunes

Learners often try to use it as a predicative adjective (e.g., 'The solution was bridge'), which is incorrect; it should always modify a noun directly (e.g., 'It was a bridge solution').

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Truco para recordar

Visualize a physical bridge connecting two cliffs; a 'bridge course' or 'bridge loan' is the structure that helps you get from where you are to where you want to be.

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Origen de la palabra

Derived from Old English 'brycg', of Germanic origin, referring to a structure carrying a road over an obstacle.

Patrones gramaticales

Attributive use only (precedes the noun) Non-gradable (cannot be 'very bridge') Fixed noun-adjunct form
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Contexto cultural

In Western business culture, 'bridge financing' is a standard term for short-term capital used until a company secures permanent financing.

Quiz rápido

The university recommends a ____ program for students transitioning from high school to graduate-level research.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: bridge

Palabras relacionadas

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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