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group

/ɡruːp/

A number of people or things that are located, gathered, or classed together. It can refer to a small collection of individuals or a larger, organized set of people working toward a common goal.

例文

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1

A group of friends went to the cinema together last night.

A collection of companions went to the movies as a unit.

2

The research committee consists of a diverse group of experts.

The official board is made up of various specialists.

3

Our group is meeting up at the park later if you want to join.

Our bunch of friends is gathering at the park later.

語族

名詞
group
Verb
group
形容詞
grouped
関連
grouping
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覚え方のコツ

Think of the 'G' in Group as a circle that is 'Gathering' things inside it.

クイックテスト

The teacher asked the students to split into a small _____ for the project.

正解!

正解は: group

例文

1

A group of friends went to the cinema together last night.

everyday

A collection of companions went to the movies as a unit.

2

The research committee consists of a diverse group of experts.

formal

The official board is made up of various specialists.

3

Our group is meeting up at the park later if you want to join.

informal

Our bunch of friends is gathering at the park later.

4

The scientists observed the control group over a period of six months.

academic

The researchers monitored the specific set of subjects for half a year.

5

The management group will review the quarterly budget next week.

business

The executive team will examine the three-month finances next week.

語族

名詞
group
Verb
group
形容詞
grouped
関連
grouping

よく使う組み合わせ

small group a limited number of people
group discussion a conversation involving several people
ethnic group a community sharing a common culture
peer group people of the same age or status
group activity something done together by several people

よく使うフレーズ

in a group

together with others

age group

people of a similar age

group work

tasks completed by multiple people

よく混同される語

group vs crowd

A crowd is usually a large, unorganized gathering, while a group often implies a shared connection or purpose.

group vs team

A team works specifically toward a common competitive or professional goal, whereas a group is more general.

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使い方のコツ

The word 'group' is highly versatile and can be used for people, animals, or inanimate objects. In British English, it can be followed by either a singular or plural verb.

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よくある間違い

Learners often use 'group' when 'team' is better for sports, or 'crowd' for an anonymous mass of people in the street.

💡

覚え方のコツ

Think of the 'G' in Group as a circle that is 'Gathering' things inside it.

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語源

From the mid-17th century French word 'groupe', based on Italian 'gruppo'.

文法パターン

Countable noun: one group, two groups. Collective noun: can take 'is' or 'are' depending on the regional dialect. Often followed by 'of' + plural noun (e.g., a group of students).
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文化的な背景

In many Western educational systems, 'group work' is a fundamental teaching method used to build social and collaborative skills.

クイックテスト

The teacher asked the students to split into a small _____ for the project.

正解!

正解は: group

関連単語

sit

A1

To rest your body on your bottom with your back upright, typically on a chair or the floor. It describes both the action of moving into this position and the state of being in it.

stand

A1

To be in an upright position supported by one's feet rather than sitting or lying down. It also refers to the physical location of an object or a person's particular opinion on a subject.

pay

A1

To give money to someone in exchange for goods, services, or to settle a debt. It can also mean to give something non-monetary, such as attention or a compliment.

meet

A1

To come together with someone at a specific place and time, or to be introduced to someone for the first time. It can also mean to satisfy a requirement, standard, or need.

continue

A1

To keep doing something or to stay in the same state without stopping. It can also mean to start an activity again after a short break.

set

A1

To put or place something in a specific position or location. It also means to adjust or prepare something so that it is ready for use, such as a clock or a table.

learn

A1

To gain knowledge, understanding, or a skill by studying, practicing, or being taught. It refers to the process of acquiring information through experience or education.

lead

A1

To go in front of a group of people to show them the way to a place. It also means to be in control of a group, a team, or an activity.

understand

A1

To know the meaning of what someone is saying or how something works. It involves grasping an idea, a language, or a situation clearly in your mind.

follow

A1

To move behind someone or something in the same direction. It also means to obey rules, instructions, or to understand the logic of an argument or story.

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