B2 adjective Neutral

uniform

/ˈjuːnɪfɔːrm/

Describes something that is consistent in form, manner, or degree throughout. It implies that all parts of a whole are identical or that a process remains the same over time.

Ejemplos

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The bakery ensures that all loaves have a uniform size and weight.

The bakery ensures that all loaves have a uniform size and weight.

2

A uniform system of taxation was proposed to simplify the national budget.

A uniform system of taxation was proposed to simplify the national budget.

3

Try to keep the stitches uniform so the scarf looks neat.

Try to keep the stitches uniform so the scarf looks neat.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
uniformity
Verb
unify
Adverbio
uniformly
Adjetivo
uniform
Relacionado
uniformness
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Truco para recordar

Think of the prefix 'Uni-' (meaning one) and the word 'Form' (meaning shape). If everything has 'one shape' or 'one way,' it is uniform.

Quiz rápido

The scientist noted that the liquid had a ______ temperature throughout the entire beaker.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: uniform

Ejemplos

1

The bakery ensures that all loaves have a uniform size and weight.

everyday

The bakery ensures that all loaves have a uniform size and weight.

2

A uniform system of taxation was proposed to simplify the national budget.

formal

A uniform system of taxation was proposed to simplify the national budget.

3

Try to keep the stitches uniform so the scarf looks neat.

informal

Try to keep the stitches uniform so the scarf looks neat.

4

The researchers observed a uniform rate of growth across all tested samples.

academic

The researchers observed a uniform rate of growth across all tested samples.

5

The company aims for a uniform level of service in every international branch.

business

The company aims for a uniform level of service in every international branch.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
uniformity
Verb
unify
Adverbio
uniformly
Adjetivo
uniform
Relacionado
uniformness

Colocaciones comunes

uniform distribution uniform distribution
uniform appearance uniform appearance
uniform speed uniform speed
uniform thickness uniform thickness
uniform application uniform application

Frases Comunes

of uniform thickness

having the same thickness throughout

uniform code of conduct

a set of rules that apply to everyone equally

uniform standard

a consistent level of quality or achievement

Se confunde a menudo con

uniform vs universal

Universal means existing everywhere or for everyone, while uniform means staying the same in form or quality.

uniform vs uniform (noun)

The noun refers to a specific set of clothes worn by members of an organization, whereas the adjective describes consistency.

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Notas de uso

The adjective is frequently used in scientific, mathematical, and technical contexts to describe things that do not vary. It is also common in discussions about standards and regulations.

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Errores comunes

Learners sometimes use 'uniform' when they mean 'constant' in terms of time; while related, uniform specifically emphasizes lack of variation across a surface, group, or system.

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Truco para recordar

Think of the prefix 'Uni-' (meaning one) and the word 'Form' (meaning shape). If everything has 'one shape' or 'one way,' it is uniform.

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Origen de la palabra

Derived from the Latin 'uniformis', combining 'unus' (one) and 'forma' (form/shape).

Patrones gramaticales

Used typically as an attributive adjective (before a noun). Often considered a non-gradable adjective (something is either uniform or it is not).
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Contexto cultural

In many cultures, uniformity is associated with industrial precision, military discipline, and equality in public education.

Quiz rápido

The scientist noted that the liquid had a ______ temperature throughout the entire beaker.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: uniform

Palabras relacionadas

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.

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.

he

A1

A pronoun used to refer to a male person or animal that has already been mentioned or is easily identified. It functions as the subject of a sentence.

you

A1

Used to refer to the person or people that the speaker is addressing. It is the second-person pronoun used for both singular and plural subjects and objects.

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