A2 noun Neutral #348 más común

structure

/ˈstrʌk.tʃər/

The way in which the parts of a system or object are arranged or organized to form a whole. It can also refer to a physical object that has been built, such as a bridge or a building.

Ejemplos

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1

The structure of the old house is still very strong despite its age.

The physical build of the house remains very solid.

2

The committee is planning to modify the organizational structure of the department.

The group plans to change how the department is organized.

3

I like the structure of your essay; it's very easy to follow.

I like the way you organized your writing.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
structure
Verb
structure
Adverbio
structurally
Adjetivo
structural
Relacionado
restructuring
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Truco para recordar

Think of the word 'CONSTRUCT.' Both words come from the same root. A 'structure' is what you have after you 'construct' something.

Quiz rápido

The earthquake caused significant damage to the ______ of the bridge.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: structure

Ejemplos

1

The structure of the old house is still very strong despite its age.

everyday

The physical build of the house remains very solid.

2

The committee is planning to modify the organizational structure of the department.

formal

The group plans to change how the department is organized.

3

I like the structure of your essay; it's very easy to follow.

informal

I like the way you organized your writing.

4

In biology class, we studied the complex structure of human cells.

academic

We studied how human cells are put together.

5

The firm needs a more efficient salary structure to retain employees.

business

The company needs a better system for organizing pay.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
structure
Verb
structure
Adverbio
structurally
Adjetivo
structural
Relacionado
restructuring

Colocaciones comunes

basic structure the fundamental way something is built
social structure the organization of people in a society
clear structure an easy-to-understand organization
organizational structure the hierarchy within a company
steel structure a building made primarily of steel

Frases Comunes

sentence structure

the grammatical arrangement of a sentence

power structure

the hierarchy of control in a group

support structure

parts that provide stability to a larger object

Se confunde a menudo con

structure vs construction

Construction is the process of building, whereas structure is the finished arrangement or the building itself.

structure vs system

A system focuses on how things work together, while a structure focuses on how things are physically or logically arranged.

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Notas de uso

Use 'structure' when you want to emphasize the relationship between parts of a whole. It is a very versatile word used in both physical contexts (architecture) and abstract contexts (grammar, business, music).

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Errores comunes

Learners often use the verb form 'to structure' when they simply mean 'to make.' Use 'structure' specifically when the organization of parts is the most important aspect.

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Truco para recordar

Think of the word 'CONSTRUCT.' Both words come from the same root. A 'structure' is what you have after you 'construct' something.

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Origen de la palabra

From the Latin 'structura', meaning 'a fitting together, adaptation, or building.'

Patrones gramaticales

Countable noun: structures Often followed by the preposition 'of' (e.g., structure of the atom) Can be used as a transitive verb (e.g., to structure a deal)
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Contexto cultural

In academic writing in English-speaking countries, having a 'clear structure' is often the most important criteria for a high grade.

Quiz rápido

The earthquake caused significant damage to the ______ of the bridge.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: structure

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.

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.

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.

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