C1 noun Neutral

construction

/kənˈstrʌk.ʃən/

The act or result of building something, such as a physical structure, or the way in which parts are arranged to form a whole. In academic contexts, it refers to the process of creating a concept, theory, or linguistic arrangement based on specific rules or social agreements.

Ejemplos

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The construction of the new high-speed rail network is behind schedule due to funding issues.

The process of building the new fast train tracks is delayed because of money problems.

2

The legal team argued that the strict construction of the statute did not allow for such an interpretation.

The lawyers said that the literal way the law was written did not support that specific meaning.

3

I'm worried about the construction of this argument; it seems to lack solid evidence.

I am concerned about how this idea is put together because it doesn't have enough proof.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
construction
Verb
construct
Adverbio
constructively
Adjetivo
constructive
Relacionado
constructor
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Truco para recordar

Think of the prefix 'con-' (together) and 'structure'. Construction is the act of putting a structure together.

Quiz rápido

The philosopher argued that gender roles are a social ________ rather than a biological necessity.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: construction

Ejemplos

1

The construction of the new high-speed rail network is behind schedule due to funding issues.

everyday

The process of building the new fast train tracks is delayed because of money problems.

2

The legal team argued that the strict construction of the statute did not allow for such an interpretation.

formal

The lawyers said that the literal way the law was written did not support that specific meaning.

3

I'm worried about the construction of this argument; it seems to lack solid evidence.

informal

I am concerned about how this idea is put together because it doesn't have enough proof.

4

Post-structuralist theorists analyze the social construction of reality through language and power.

academic

Scholars look at how society builds our sense of reality using words and authority.

5

We need to finalize the construction of the partnership agreement before the end of the quarter.

business

We must finish creating the details of the business contract before the next three months end.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
construction
Verb
construct
Adverbio
constructively
Adjetivo
constructive
Relacionado
constructor

Colocaciones comunes

under construction currently being built
social construction an idea created by society rather than nature
construction site an area where building work is happening
grammatical construction the way words are put together in a sentence
heavy construction the building of large infrastructure like bridges or dams

Frases Comunes

a social construction

a concept or practice which may appear to be natural and obvious to those who accept it, but in reality, is an invention or artifact of a particular culture or society

construction of meaning

the process of interpreting or creating significance from information

put a construction on

to interpret a statement or action in a particular way

Se confunde a menudo con

construction vs building

'Building' usually refers to the physical structure itself (the object), while 'construction' more often refers to the process or method of building.

construction vs structure

'Structure' refers to the finished arrangement of parts, whereas 'construction' emphasizes the act of putting those parts together.

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Notas de uso

Use 'construction' for the process of building physical things and for the abstract organization of ideas or sentences. In formal academic writing, it is frequently used to discuss how concepts (like identity) are formed by society.

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Errores comunes

Learners often use the verb 'to build' when they should use 'to construct' in technical contexts, or they use 'a construction' when they simply mean 'a building'.

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Truco para recordar

Think of the prefix 'con-' (together) and 'structure'. Construction is the act of putting a structure together.

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Origen de la palabra

Derived from the Latin 'constructio', from 'con-' (together) and 'struere' (to pile up or build).

Patrones gramaticales

Uncountable when referring to the general industry or process. Countable when referring to a specific linguistic form or interpretation. Often followed by the preposition 'of' (e.g., the construction of the tower).
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Contexto cultural

In many urban areas, 'construction' is synonymous with orange traffic cones and delays, often being a topic of daily conversation regarding city development.

Quiz rápido

The philosopher argued that gender roles are a social ________ rather than a biological necessity.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: construction

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