C1 noun Neutral

sector

/ˈsektə(r)/

A distinct part or branch of a nation's economy or a particular area of activity, such as the private or public sector. It is commonly used in social sciences and business to categorize different types of industries or societal functions.

Ejemplos

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I'm looking for a job in the technology sector because I enjoy innovation.

I'm looking for a job in the technology sector because I enjoy innovation.

2

The finance sector must adhere to stringent international regulations to maintain stability.

The finance sector must adhere to stringent international regulations to maintain stability.

3

The retail sector is really feeling the pinch with everyone shopping online now.

The retail sector is really feeling the pinch with everyone shopping online now.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
sector
Verb
sectionalize
Adverbio
sectorally
Adjetivo
sectoral
Relacionado
section
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Truco para recordar

Think of a pie chart. Each slice of the pie is a 'sector' representing a part of the whole economy.

Quiz rápido

The government is implementing new policies to boost growth in the renewable energy _______.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: sector

Ejemplos

1

I'm looking for a job in the technology sector because I enjoy innovation.

everyday

I'm looking for a job in the technology sector because I enjoy innovation.

2

The finance sector must adhere to stringent international regulations to maintain stability.

formal

The finance sector must adhere to stringent international regulations to maintain stability.

3

The retail sector is really feeling the pinch with everyone shopping online now.

informal

The retail sector is really feeling the pinch with everyone shopping online now.

4

Academic research indicates that the agricultural sector remains the primary employer in developing nations.

academic

Academic research indicates that the agricultural sector remains the primary employer in developing nations.

5

Our firm is aiming to expand its market share within the manufacturing sector this quarter.

business

Our firm is aiming to expand its market share within the manufacturing sector this quarter.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
sector
Verb
sectionalize
Adverbio
sectorally
Adjetivo
sectoral
Relacionado
section

Colocaciones comunes

public sector public sector
private sector private sector
service sector service sector
manufacturing sector manufacturing sector
financial sector financial sector

Frases Comunes

the third sector

the third sector (referring to non-profits and charities)

cross-sector collaboration

cross-sector collaboration

sector-wide initiative

sector-wide initiative

Se confunde a menudo con

sector vs section

A 'section' is a physical part of an object or text, while a 'sector' is a large-scale division of society or the economy.

sector vs segment

While similar, 'segment' is often used for market portions or geometric parts, whereas 'sector' is the standard term for economic divisions.

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Notas de uso

The word is most frequently used with a modifying noun (e.g., 'energy sector') or an adjective (e.g., 'industrial sector'). It usually implies a high-level classification within an economy.

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Errores comunes

Learners often use 'section' when they should use 'sector' to describe parts of the economy, for example, saying 'the education section' instead of 'the education sector'.

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Truco para recordar

Think of a pie chart. Each slice of the pie is a 'sector' representing a part of the whole economy.

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Origen de la palabra

Derived from the Latin 'sectus', meaning 'cut' or 'divided', sharing a root with words like 'section' and 'dissect'.

Patrones gramaticales

Countable noun Can be used as an attributive noun (sector-wide) Often preceded by 'the'
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Contexto cultural

In many developed nations, the 'third sector' is a culturally significant term referring to the voluntary and non-profit organization landscape.

Quiz rápido

The government is implementing new policies to boost growth in the renewable energy _______.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: sector

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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