B2 adjective 중립

coordinate

/koʊˈɔːrdɪnət/

Describing things that are equal in rank, importance, or degree rather than one being subordinate to the other. In technical contexts like linguistics or mathematics, it refers to elements that have the same functional status or are defined by shared points of reference.

예시

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1

The two departments hold coordinate authority over the budget, meaning both must agree on spending.

The two departments hold coordinate authority over the budget, meaning both must agree on spending.

2

In the sentence 'He liked tea but she preferred coffee,' the two parts are coordinate clauses.

In the sentence 'He liked tea but she preferred coffee,' the two parts are coordinate clauses.

3

The managers occupy coordinate positions in the company hierarchy, so neither can give orders to the other.

The managers occupy coordinate positions in the company hierarchy, so neither can give orders to the other.

어휘 가족

명사
coordination
Verb
coordinate
부사
coordinately
형용사
coordinate
관련
coordinator
💡

암기 팁

Remember that 'CO-' means 'together' and 'ORDINATE' relates to 'order.' So, coordinate items are in the same order or rank together.

빠른 퀴즈

In grammar, two independent sentences joined by 'and' are known as _______ clauses because they have equal importance.

정답!

정답은: coordinate

예시

1

The two departments hold coordinate authority over the budget, meaning both must agree on spending.

formal

The two departments hold coordinate authority over the budget, meaning both must agree on spending.

2

In the sentence 'He liked tea but she preferred coffee,' the two parts are coordinate clauses.

academic

In the sentence 'He liked tea but she preferred coffee,' the two parts are coordinate clauses.

3

The managers occupy coordinate positions in the company hierarchy, so neither can give orders to the other.

business

The managers occupy coordinate positions in the company hierarchy, so neither can give orders to the other.

4

We should treat these two family issues as coordinate priorities rather than focusing on just one.

everyday

We should treat these two family issues as coordinate priorities rather than focusing on just one.

5

Think of our roles here as coordinate—we're basically equal partners in this project.

informal

Think of our roles here as coordinate—we're basically equal partners in this project.

어휘 가족

명사
coordination
Verb
coordinate
부사
coordinately
형용사
coordinate
관련
coordinator

자주 쓰는 조합

coordinate clause coordinate clause
coordinate geometry coordinate geometry
coordinate system coordinate system
coordinate bond coordinate bond
coordinate rank coordinate rank

자주 쓰는 구문

Cartesian coordinate system

Cartesian coordinate system

coordinate axis

coordinate axis

coordinate conjunction

coordinate conjunction

자주 혼동되는 단어

coordinate vs subordinate

Coordinate refers to things of equal rank, while subordinate refers to things of lower rank.

coordinate vs coordinated

Coordinated is usually the past participle of the verb, describing something well-organized, while coordinate is an adjective describing rank.

📝

사용 참고사항

When used as an adjective, the final syllable is pronounced with a short 'uh' sound (/nət/). It is most frequently used in academic writing, mathematics, and linguistics to show that two things are on the same level.

⚠️

자주 하는 실수

Learners often pronounce the adjective form like the verb (/neɪt/). They also sometimes use 'coordinate' when they actually mean 'coordinated' to describe someone with good physical balance.

💡

암기 팁

Remember that 'CO-' means 'together' and 'ORDINATE' relates to 'order.' So, coordinate items are in the same order or rank together.

📖

어원

From the Latin 'co-' (together) and 'ordinatus' (arranged or ordered).

문법 패턴

Usually placed before a noun (attributive use). Often used in the pattern 'X and Y are coordinate'.

빠른 퀴즈

In grammar, two independent sentences joined by 'and' are known as _______ clauses because they have equal importance.

정답!

정답은: coordinate

관련 단어

badly

A1

In a way that is not good, effective, or successful. It can also be used to mean 'very much' when you want or need something a lot.

lineup

A1

A lineup is a group of people or things organized in a specific order for an event or purpose. It is often used to describe players on a sports team, performers at a concert, or a list of products.

thoughtful

A1

Thoughtful describes someone who is kind and thinks about the needs or feelings of others. It can also describe a person who is thinking deeply or carefully about a specific subject.

skull

A1

The skull is the hard, bony structure that forms the head in humans and animals. Its main purpose is to protect the brain and support the shape of the face.

recipient

A1

A recipient is a person or group that receives something, such as a letter, a gift, or an award. It is a formal way to describe the person on the receiving end of an action or object.

shy

A1

Shy describes a person who feels nervous, uncomfortable, or timid around other people. It often involves a lack of confidence in social situations or a hesitation to speak and interact with strangers.

shorts

A1

Shorts are a type of clothing worn on the lower part of the body that covers the hips and the tops of the legs. They are typically worn in warm weather or during physical activities like sports and exercise.

meadow

A1

A meadow is a field covered with grass and often wildflowers. It is a natural area where grass is allowed to grow freely, often used for animals to graze or for people to enjoy nature.

disrupt

A1

To stop something from happening in the normal way or to cause a problem that interrupts a process. It is often used when an event or a system is forced to change its usual flow.

scary

A1

Something that is scary makes you feel afraid or frightened. It is often used to describe things like horror movies, monsters, or dangerous situations that cause a feeling of fear.

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