B2 noun 중립

category

/ˈkætəɡəri/

A category is a group of people or things that are similar in some way or share common characteristics. It is used to organize information into specific classes or sets for easier identification and analysis.

예시

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1

I need to sort these clothes into a separate category for washing.

I need to sort these clothes into a separate category for washing.

2

The committee has established a new category for environmental achievements.

The committee has established a new category for environmental achievements.

3

In my head, that movie falls into the 'so bad it's good' category.

In my head, that movie falls into the 'so bad it's good' category.

어휘 가족

명사
category
Verb
categorize
부사
categorically
형용사
categorical
관련
categorization
💡

암기 팁

Think of a library catalog; a CATalog helps you find the right CATegory of books.

빠른 퀴즈

The library books are organized by ___, such as fiction, non-fiction, and history.

정답!

정답은: category

예시

1

I need to sort these clothes into a separate category for washing.

everyday

I need to sort these clothes into a separate category for washing.

2

The committee has established a new category for environmental achievements.

formal

The committee has established a new category for environmental achievements.

3

In my head, that movie falls into the 'so bad it's good' category.

informal

In my head, that movie falls into the 'so bad it's good' category.

4

The researchers divided the data into three distinct categories based on participant age.

academic

The researchers divided the data into three distinct categories based on participant age.

5

Our marketing strategy targets consumers in the high-income category.

business

Our marketing strategy targets consumers in the high-income category.

어휘 가족

명사
category
Verb
categorize
부사
categorically
형용사
categorical
관련
categorization

자주 쓰는 조합

broad category broad category
fall into a category fall into a category
main category main category
specific category specific category
age category age category

자주 쓰는 구문

in a category of its own

in a category of its own

cross-category

cross-category

under the category of

under the category of

자주 혼동되는 단어

category vs genre

Genre is specifically used for artistic, musical, or literary styles, while category is a more general term for any classification.

category vs class

Class often refers to social standing or a group of students, whereas category refers to logical divisions of items.

📝

사용 참고사항

Use this word when you are discussing logic, science, or systematic organization. It is frequently paired with verbs like 'assign,' 'define,' or 'relegate.'

⚠️

자주 하는 실수

Learners often misspell it as 'catagory' with an 'a' in the middle. Remember the middle letter is 'e'.

💡

암기 팁

Think of a library catalog; a CATalog helps you find the right CATegory of books.

📖

어원

Derived from the Ancient Greek 'kategorein', which originally meant to accuse or assert publicly, later used in logic by Aristotle to describe types of predicates.

문법 패턴

countable noun (plural: categories) often followed by 'of' + plural noun used with the verb 'fall into'
🌍

문화적 맥락

Western education emphasizes 'categorical thinking' as a fundamental skill for scientific and logical reasoning.

빠른 퀴즈

The library books are organized by ___, such as fiction, non-fiction, and history.

정답!

정답은: category

관련 단어

pronumerism

C1

To represent or replace numerical values with symbols or letters in an algebraic manner. It involves the systematic practice of using variables (pronumerals) to express mathematical relationships or abstract concepts.

anpatable

C1

A noun referring to a state of logical impasse or a situation where no clear path or resolution exists. It is typically used in philosophical or high-level academic discussions to describe a conceptual dead end that prevents further progress.

unicenty

C1

To merge several distinct elements, processes, or entities into a single, central point of focus or control. It is often used to describe the strategic consolidation of disparate parts into a unified core system.

homoducty

C1

Describing a system or biological structure characterized by having uniform, identical channels or conducting pathways. This term is used to identify a state where all leading vessels or conduits share the same size, direction, or functional capacity.

circumvolvible

C1

A rare term referring to an object or property that is capable of being rolled, turned, or revolved around a central axis. In technical contexts, it describes the physical capacity for complete rotation or orbital movement.

superdocation

C1

Pertaining to the act or state of providing excessive, superior, or redundant documentation and instruction. It describes a process or document that contains significantly more detail than is standard or strictly necessary for clarity.

redynism

C1

To systematically revitalize and inject new energy into a stagnant system, organization, or process. It involves transitioning from a state of inertia to one of active, fluid, and high-performance operation through targeted reforms.

transcivess

C1

Describing a state of identity or social involvement that transcends national boundaries and traditional civic constraints. It is typically used in sociological and political contexts to refer to individuals or entities that function across multiple sovereign territories simultaneously.

transhospdom

C1

The transitional state or process of a patient moving from a clinical hospital environment back to their domestic or home setting. It encompasses the logistical, psychological, and medical adjustments required to bridge the gap between institutional care and independent living.

bivictor

C1

A bivictor is an individual or group that has secured a win in two separate fields of competition or during two consecutive events. This term is specifically used to highlight the rarity and difficulty of achieving dual success in distinct categories.

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