B2 noun Neutral

survey

/ˈsɜːrveɪ/

A research method used for collecting data from a predefined group of respondents to gain information and insights into various topics of interest. It typically involves a standardized set of questions aimed at gathering statistical data or public opinions.

Ejemplos

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1

The marketing team sent out a survey to understand why customers were leaving the platform.

The advertising department distributed a questionnaire to find out why clients were stopping their service.

2

According to a recent survey, most teenagers prefer streaming services over traditional television.

Based on a recent poll, the majority of young people choose online video over broadcast TV.

3

The study utilized a cross-sectional survey to gather data on dietary habits across different age groups.

The research used a specific type of data collection to look at eating patterns in various ages.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
survey
Verb
survey
Adjetivo
surveying
Relacionado
surveyor
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Truco para recordar

Think of the prefix 'Sur-' (over) and the root '-vey' (from 'view'). To survey is to 'view over' a whole landscape of data.

Quiz rápido

The university decided to ________ a survey among alumni to improve the curriculum.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: conduct

Ejemplos

1

The marketing team sent out a survey to understand why customers were leaving the platform.

business

The advertising department distributed a questionnaire to find out why clients were stopping their service.

2

According to a recent survey, most teenagers prefer streaming services over traditional television.

everyday

Based on a recent poll, the majority of young people choose online video over broadcast TV.

3

The study utilized a cross-sectional survey to gather data on dietary habits across different age groups.

academic

The research used a specific type of data collection to look at eating patterns in various ages.

4

I'm just doing a quick survey of everyone's favorite pizza toppings before I place the order.

informal

I am asking everyone which pizza ingredients they like best before I buy them.

5

The government has authorized a comprehensive survey of the coastal erosion patterns in the region.

formal

The authorities have approved an extensive study of how the coastline is wearing away in this area.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
survey
Verb
survey
Adjetivo
surveying
Relacionado
surveyor

Colocaciones comunes

conduct a survey to carry out a research study
survey results the findings or data from a study
comprehensive survey a detailed and thorough investigation
preliminary survey an initial or introductory study
online survey a questionnaire administered via the internet

Frases Comunes

take a survey

to participate as a respondent in a study

site survey

an inspection of an area where work is proposed

aerial survey

the collection of data from an aircraft or satellite

Se confunde a menudo con

survey vs surveillance

Surveillance is the close observation of someone (often for security), whereas a survey is a systematic collection of data/opinions.

survey vs poll

A poll usually consists of a single, simple question, while a survey is more comprehensive and detailed.

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Notas de uso

In academic and professional writing, use 'conduct' or 'carry out' with 'survey' rather than 'do' or 'make'. Note that the noun is stressed on the first syllable, while the verb is often stressed on the second.

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Errores comunes

Learners often say 'make a survey' when they should use 'conduct a survey' or 'administer a survey'.

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Truco para recordar

Think of the prefix 'Sur-' (over) and the root '-vey' (from 'view'). To survey is to 'view over' a whole landscape of data.

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Origen de la palabra

Derived from the Old French 'surveir', from 'sur-' (over) + 'veir' (to see).

Patrones gramaticales

Countable noun: surveys Often followed by the preposition 'of' (e.g., a survey of residents) Can be used as a compound noun (e.g., survey data, survey methodology)
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Contexto cultural

In many English-speaking countries, political polls and market research surveys are a constant presence in news and social media, significantly influencing public discourse.

Quiz rápido

The university decided to ________ a survey among alumni to improve the curriculum.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: conduct

Palabras relacionadas

unknown

A1

A person or thing that is not known, recognized, or familiar. It often refers to a mysterious situation or a person who has not yet achieved fame or success.

of

A1

A preposition used to show a relationship between a part and a whole, or to indicate belonging and origin. It connects a noun or pronoun to another part of the sentence to specify which one or what kind.

in

A1

A preposition used to indicate position within a container, a space, an area, or a period of time. It describes being surrounded by something or being inside the boundaries of a location.

it

A1

A third-person singular pronoun used to refer to an object, animal, or situation that has already been mentioned or is clear from context. It is also frequently used as a dummy subject to talk about time, weather, or distance.

on

A1

A preposition used to indicate that something is in a position above and supported by a surface. It is also used to indicate a specific day or date, or to show that a device is functioning.

as

A1

A conjunction used to compare two things that are equal in some way. It is most commonly used in the pattern 'as + adjective/adverb + as' to show similarity.

this

A1

Used to identify a specific person, thing, or idea that is physically close to the speaker or has just been mentioned. It can also refer to the present time or a situation that is currently happening.

by

A1

A preposition used to show the method or means of doing something, or to identify the person or thing that performs an action. It frequently appears in passive sentences to indicate the agent or before modes of transport.

we

A1

The word 'we' is a first-person plural pronoun used to refer to the speaker and one or more other people collectively. It is used as the subject of a sentence or clause.

or

A1

A coordinating conjunction used to connect two or more possibilities or alternatives. it indicates that only one of the options is likely, required, or true.

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