B2 verb Neutre

broadness

/ˈbrɔːdnəs/

The state or quality of being wide in range, scope, or physical extent. It often refers to the variety of topics, ideas, or experiences included within a particular subject or field.

Exemples

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1

The broadness of her smile showed exactly how happy she was to see us.

The broadness of her smile showed exactly how happy she was to see us.

2

The committee was impressed by the broadness of the applicant's previous work experience.

The committee was impressed by the broadness of the applicant's previous work experience.

3

I really like the broadness of the topics we talk about in this group.

I really like the broadness of the topics we talk about in this group.

Famille de mots

Nom
broadness
Verb
broaden
Adverbe
broadly
Adjectif
broad
Apparenté
breadth
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Astuce mémo

Think of a 'broad' road; 'broadness' is the measurement of how wide that road is from side to side.

Quiz rapide

The ________ of the professor's knowledge across multiple subjects made her a perfect mentor.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : broadness

Exemples

1

The broadness of her smile showed exactly how happy she was to see us.

everyday

The broadness of her smile showed exactly how happy she was to see us.

2

The committee was impressed by the broadness of the applicant's previous work experience.

formal

The committee was impressed by the broadness of the applicant's previous work experience.

3

I really like the broadness of the topics we talk about in this group.

informal

I really like the broadness of the topics we talk about in this group.

4

The broadness of the study allows for a more comprehensive analysis of social trends.

academic

The broadness of the study allows for a more comprehensive analysis of social trends.

5

We need to consider the broadness of our target market before launching the campaign.

business

We need to consider the broadness of our target market before launching the campaign.

Famille de mots

Nom
broadness
Verb
broaden
Adverbe
broadly
Adjectif
broad
Apparenté
breadth

Collocations courantes

broadness of vision broadness of vision
broadness of scope broadness of scope
broadness of mind broadness of mind
sheer broadness sheer broadness
broadness of appeal broadness of appeal

Phrases Courantes

in its broadness

in its broadness

the broadness of a smile

the broadness of a smile

intellectual broadness

intellectual broadness

Souvent confondu avec

broadness vs breadth

Breadth is more commonly used in formal or technical contexts for physical measurements or range of knowledge, whereas broadness is often more general.

broadness vs broaden

Broaden is a verb (to make wider), while broadness is the noun (the state of being wide).

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Notes d'usage

While 'broadness' and 'breadth' are often interchangeable, 'broadness' is frequently used to describe abstract qualities like 'broadness of mind' or physical qualities like 'the broadness of shoulders.'

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Erreurs courantes

Learners sometimes use the adjective 'broad' when the noun 'broadness' or 'breadth' is required, or confuse 'broadness' with the verb 'broaden'.

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Astuce mémo

Think of a 'broad' road; 'broadness' is the measurement of how wide that road is from side to side.

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Origine du mot

From the Old English 'brād' (meaning wide) combined with the Germanic suffix '-ness' to form an abstract noun.

Modèles grammaticaux

uncountable noun often followed by 'of' + noun phrase singular agreement

Quiz rapide

The ________ of the professor's knowledge across multiple subjects made her a perfect mentor.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : broadness

Mots lis

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.

people

A1

People refers to a group of human beings or the general public. It is the standard plural form of the word 'person'.

put

A1

To move something into a particular place or position. It is a fundamental verb used to describe the act of placing an object or setting a situation in a specific location.

mean

A1

To have a specific sense or significance, especially when explaining a word or sign. It can also describe a person's intention or the importance of something to someone.

keep

A1

To continue to have or hold something in your possession or at your disposal. It also means to remain in a specific state, condition, or position without changing.

begin

A1

To start doing something or for an event to happen for the first time. It is often used to describe the first point of a process or activity.

seem

A1

To give the impression of being something or having a particular quality based on what you see or hear. It is used to describe an appearance or feeling that may or may not be the actual truth.

help

A1

To make it easier for someone to do something by offering your services, resources, or support. It can involve physical effort, providing information, or giving money to assist a person or a cause.

talk

A1

To speak in order to give information or express ideas, feelings, or thoughts. It typically involves a conversation between two or more people or a person addressing an audience.

start

A1

To begin doing something or to cause something to happen for the first time. It is frequently used when talking about movements, journeys, or making a machine or engine begin to work.

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