B2 adjective Neutral

bridge

/brɪdʒ/

Used to describe something that serves as a transitional or temporary connection between two different states, periods, or entities. In academic and business contexts, it often refers to measures taken to fill a gap until a permanent solution is established.

Examples

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1

I used a bridge loan to pay for my new house while waiting for the sale of my old one to finalize.

I used a bridge loan to pay for my new house while waiting for the sale of my old one to finalize.

2

The administration implemented a bridge solution to maintain services during the transition to the new software.

The administration implemented a bridge solution to maintain services during the transition to the new software.

3

That protein bar was just a bridge snack to get me through until the late dinner.

That protein bar was just a bridge snack to get me through until the late dinner.

Word Family

Noun
bridge
Verb
bridge
Adjective
bridge
Related
bridging
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Memory Tip

Visualize a physical bridge connecting two cliffs; a 'bridge course' or 'bridge loan' is the structure that helps you get from where you are to where you want to be.

Quick Quiz

The university recommends a ____ program for students transitioning from high school to graduate-level research.

Correct!

The correct answer is: bridge

Examples

1

I used a bridge loan to pay for my new house while waiting for the sale of my old one to finalize.

everyday

I used a bridge loan to pay for my new house while waiting for the sale of my old one to finalize.

2

The administration implemented a bridge solution to maintain services during the transition to the new software.

formal

The administration implemented a bridge solution to maintain services during the transition to the new software.

3

That protein bar was just a bridge snack to get me through until the late dinner.

informal

That protein bar was just a bridge snack to get me through until the late dinner.

4

The college offers a bridge course for students who need to strengthen their math skills before starting the engineering program.

academic

The college offers a bridge course for students who need to strengthen their math skills before starting the engineering program.

5

The company secured bridge funding to cover operational costs until the next major investment round.

business

The company secured bridge funding to cover operational costs until the next major investment round.

Word Family

Noun
bridge
Verb
bridge
Adjective
bridge
Related
bridging

Common Collocations

bridge loan bridge loan
bridge course bridge course
bridge funding bridge funding
bridge solution bridge solution
bridge program bridge program

Common Phrases

bridge the gap

bridge the gap

burn one's bridges

burn one's bridges

cross that bridge when you come to it

cross that bridge when you come to it

Often Confused With

bridge vs bridging

Bridging is often used as a gerund or present participle, whereas 'bridge' as an adjective is a fixed attributive noun used to describe a specific type of resource.

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Usage Notes

The word 'bridge' functions as an adjective primarily in an attributive position, meaning it must come before a noun. It is most common in technical, financial, or educational contexts.

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Common Mistakes

Learners often try to use it as a predicative adjective (e.g., 'The solution was bridge'), which is incorrect; it should always modify a noun directly (e.g., 'It was a bridge solution').

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Memory Tip

Visualize a physical bridge connecting two cliffs; a 'bridge course' or 'bridge loan' is the structure that helps you get from where you are to where you want to be.

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Word Origin

Derived from Old English 'brycg', of Germanic origin, referring to a structure carrying a road over an obstacle.

Grammar Patterns

Attributive use only (precedes the noun) Non-gradable (cannot be 'very bridge') Fixed noun-adjunct form
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Cultural Context

In Western business culture, 'bridge financing' is a standard term for short-term capital used until a company secures permanent financing.

Quick Quiz

The university recommends a ____ program for students transitioning from high school to graduate-level research.

Correct!

The correct answer is: bridge

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C1

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C1

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circumvolvible

C1

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C1

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C1

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transcivess

C1

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transhospdom

C1

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C1

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