B2 noun ニュートラル

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.

例文

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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.

語族

名詞
survey
Verb
survey
形容詞
surveying
関連
surveyor
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覚え方のコツ

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

クイックテスト

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

正解!

正解は: conduct

例文

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.

語族

名詞
survey
Verb
survey
形容詞
surveying
関連
surveyor

よく使う組み合わせ

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

よく使うフレーズ

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

よく混同される語

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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使い方のコツ

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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よくある間違い

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

💡

覚え方のコツ

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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語源

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

文法パターン

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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文化的な背景

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

クイックテスト

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

正解!

正解は: conduct

関連単語

pale

A1

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lung

A1

The lungs are two organs inside your chest that you use to breathe. They bring oxygen into your body and remove carbon dioxide when you breathe out.

tropical

A1

Relating to the hot regions of the Earth near the equator. It describes weather that is very warm and wet, or plants and animals that come from these areas.

trader

A1

A trader is a person whose job is to buy and sell goods, stocks, or other items for profit. They can work in a small local market or on large international financial exchanges.

indoor

A1

Describes something that is located, happens, or is used inside a building rather than outside. It is an adjective used before a noun to talk about activities or objects protected from the weather.

threshold

A1

A threshold is the physical area at the bottom of a doorway that you step over to enter a room or building. It also refers to the level or point at which something starts to happen or changes.

tribute

A1

A tribute is something that you say, do, or give to show your respect and admiration for someone. It is often a public act used to honor a person's life, work, or memory.

elder

A1

Used to describe a person who is older than another, especially within a family. It is also used to refer to people who have a high status or more experience because of their age.

russian

A1

Relating to Russia, its people, its language, or its culture. It describes things that come from or are connected to the largest country in the world.

southeastern

A1

Located in or coming from the direction between south and east. It describes a place, a region, or a wind that is in the corner between the bottom and the right on a map.

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