B2 adjective Formal

corporate

/ˈkɔːrpərət/

Relating to a large company or group, often implying a formal business structure. It can also describe something that is shared by or belongs to all members of a group.

Ejemplos

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1

He had to trade his jeans for a suit to fit the corporate environment.

He had to change his casual clothes for a suit to match the business setting.

2

The corporate entity is legally responsible for the actions of its subsidiaries.

The large business organization is legally liable for the actions of its sub-companies.

3

I'm just not built for the corporate grind; I'd rather work for myself.

I am not suited for the repetitive work in a big company; I prefer self-employment.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
corporation
Verb
incorporate
Adverbio
corporately
Adjetivo
corporate
Relacionado
corporatism
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Truco para recordar

Think of the word 'corpse,' which means a body. 'Corporate' comes from the idea of a group of people acting together as one single 'body.'

Quiz rápido

She spent ten years working hard to climb the _____ ladder before becoming a vice president.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: corporate

Ejemplos

1

He had to trade his jeans for a suit to fit the corporate environment.

everyday

He had to change his casual clothes for a suit to match the business setting.

2

The corporate entity is legally responsible for the actions of its subsidiaries.

formal

The large business organization is legally liable for the actions of its sub-companies.

3

I'm just not built for the corporate grind; I'd rather work for myself.

informal

I am not suited for the repetitive work in a big company; I prefer self-employment.

4

Recent research explores the relationship between corporate social responsibility and consumer loyalty.

academic

Current studies look at how a company's ethical behavior affects customer faithfulness.

5

Our corporate strategy for the next quarter focuses on expanding into Asian markets.

business

Our company's high-level plan for the next three months aims for growth in Asia.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
corporation
Verb
incorporate
Adverbio
corporately
Adjetivo
corporate
Relacionado
corporatism

Colocaciones comunes

corporate culture the shared values and behaviors of a company
corporate ladder the series of levels for promotion within a company
corporate identity the visual image and branding of a business
corporate headquarters the main administrative office of a large company
corporate social responsibility a company's efforts to improve society and the environment

Frases Comunes

climb the corporate ladder

to advance to higher positions within a company

corporate world

the environment of large businesses and professional work

corporate communications

the department responsible for a company's internal and external messages

Se confunde a menudo con

corporate vs cooperate

Cooperate is a verb meaning to work together, while corporate is an adjective relating to a business.

corporate vs corporal

Corporal relates to the physical body (e.g., corporal punishment), whereas corporate relates to a business body.

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Notas de uso

The word is most frequently used to describe things associated with large, formal businesses. It can sometimes have a slightly negative connotation, implying something is impersonal or overly bureaucratic.

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Errores comunes

Learners often misspell the word by confusing it with 'cooperate' or forget that it is an adjective and use 'corporation' (the noun) instead.

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Truco para recordar

Think of the word 'corpse,' which means a body. 'Corporate' comes from the idea of a group of people acting together as one single 'body.'

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Origen de la palabra

From the Latin word 'corporatus,' which is the past participle of 'corporare,' meaning to form into a body.

Patrones gramaticales

Primarily used as an attributive adjective (placed before a noun). Does not typically have comparative or superlative forms (e.g., 'more corporate' is rare).
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Contexto cultural

In many Western societies, 'corporate' culture is often associated with suits, cubicles, and a specific hierarchy that contrasts with the 'startup' culture.

Quiz rápido

She spent ten years working hard to climb the _____ ladder before becoming a vice president.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: corporate

Frases relacionadas

Palabras relacionadas

proceed

C1

The noun form, typically used in the plural 'proceeds,' refers to the total amount of money received from a particular event, sale, or activity. It is a formal term used in academic, legal, and business contexts to describe the result of a financial transaction or fundraising effort.

individual

C1

Relating to a single person or thing as distinct from a group. It describes something that is intended for, or used by, one person rather than a collective entity.

appropriately

B2

To perform an action in a manner that is suitable, right, or proper for a particular situation, person, or occasion. It implies following specific social norms, professional standards, or logical requirements.

region

B2

A region is an area of land that has common features, such as geography, climate, or culture, which distinguish it from other areas. It can refer to a large part of a country or the world and is often used in administrative or scientific contexts to organize space.

resource

B2

A stock or supply of money, materials, staff, and other assets that can be drawn on by a person or organization in order to function effectively. In academic and informational contexts, it refers to a source of information or expertise used to support research or learning.

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.

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