cell
A cell is the basic structural and functional unit of all living organisms, often called the building block of life. It can also refer to a small room in a prison or monastery, or a device that converts chemical energy into electricity.
Exemples
3 sur 5The police officer led the suspect back to his holding cell for the night.
The police officer led the suspect back to his holding cell for the night.
Recent breakthroughs in stem cell research have provided hope for treating chronic diseases.
Recent breakthroughs in stem cell research have provided hope for treating chronic diseases.
I'll give you a call on my cell once I get out of the meeting.
I'll give you a call on my cell once I get out of the meeting.
Famille de mots
Astuce mémo
Think of a 'cell' as a 'small shell'—it's a small, protective container that holds something important, like DNA or a prisoner.
Quiz rapide
The biologist examined the skin ______ under a powerful microscope to detect abnormalities.
Correct !
La bonne réponse est : cells
Exemples
The police officer led the suspect back to his holding cell for the night.
everydayThe police officer led the suspect back to his holding cell for the night.
Recent breakthroughs in stem cell research have provided hope for treating chronic diseases.
formalRecent breakthroughs in stem cell research have provided hope for treating chronic diseases.
I'll give you a call on my cell once I get out of the meeting.
informalI'll give you a call on my cell once I get out of the meeting.
Under the microscope, the student observed the distinct parts of the plant cell.
academicUnder the microscope, the student observed the distinct parts of the plant cell.
The manufacturing plant uses a work cell layout to increase the efficiency of the assembly line.
businessThe manufacturing plant uses a work cell layout to increase the efficiency of the assembly line.
Famille de mots
Collocations courantes
Phrases Courantes
cell phone
cell phone
stem cell
stem cell
fuel cell
fuel cell
Souvent confondu avec
Sell is a verb meaning to exchange goods for money, while cell is a noun.
Sale is a noun referring to the act of selling, whereas cell refers to a biological unit or a small room.
Notes d'usage
When used in biological or scientific contexts, it refers to the microscopic units of life. In common conversation in North America, 'cell' is the standard abbreviation for a mobile phone.
Erreurs courantes
Learners often confuse 'cell' with the verb 'sell' because they are homophones (sound the same). Always check the context to see if a noun or verb is needed.
Astuce mémo
Think of a 'cell' as a 'small shell'—it's a small, protective container that holds something important, like DNA or a prisoner.
Origine du mot
Derived from the Latin 'cella', meaning a small room, store-closet, or hut.
Modèles grammaticaux
Contexte culturel
In American English, 'cell' is the most common way to refer to a mobile phone, whereas 'mobile' is preferred in British English.
Quiz rapide
The biologist examined the skin ______ under a powerful microscope to detect abnormalities.
Correct !
La bonne réponse est : cells
Grammaire lie
Expressions liées
Vocabulaire associé
Mots lis
complement
A2A 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
A2Describes 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
A2To form an idea, plan, or concept in the mind. It is also the medical term used to describe when a woman becomes pregnant.
confer
A2To 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
A2To 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
A2Following 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
A2Consistency 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
B1Describing 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
B1Describes 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
B1Describing 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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