era
An era is a long and distinct period of history with a particular feature or characteristic. It is used to group years together based on a specific theme, person, or invention.
Examples
3 of 5We live in the digital era where computers are everywhere.
We live in the digital period where computers are everywhere.
The Victorian era saw many changes in British society.
The Victorian time period saw many changes in British society.
I think I am entering my 'traveling' era this year.
I think I am starting my 'traveling' phase this year.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of the letters: E-R-A. 'Events Reset Ages.' An era is a big block of time defined by big events.
Quick Quiz
The invention of the steam engine started a new ___ in transport.
Correct!
The correct answer is: era
Examples
We live in the digital era where computers are everywhere.
everydayWe live in the digital period where computers are everywhere.
The Victorian era saw many changes in British society.
formalThe Victorian time period saw many changes in British society.
I think I am entering my 'traveling' era this year.
informalI think I am starting my 'traveling' phase this year.
Geologists divide the history of the Earth into different eras.
academicGeologists divide the history of the Earth into different long time blocks.
This merger marks a new era for our company's future.
businessThis merger marks a new period for our company's future.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
The dawn of a new era
The very beginning of a new historical period
A bygone era
A time period that happened long ago
Defined an era
Was the most important thing about that time
Often Confused With
Area refers to a physical space or location, while era refers to a length of time.
Usage Notes
Use 'era' to describe a span of time that is defined by a specific quality, such as 'the steam era' or 'the era of peace'. It is usually much longer than a few years.
Common Mistakes
Learners often misspell the word as 'area' because the sounds and letters are similar, but the meaning is completely different.
Memory Tip
Think of the letters: E-R-A. 'Events Reset Ages.' An era is a big block of time defined by big events.
Word Origin
Derived from the Latin 'aera', which meant 'counters' or 'items of calculation' used to track time.
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In modern social media, people use 'era' to describe their current personal mood or lifestyle phase, such as their 'fitness era'.
Quick Quiz
The invention of the steam engine started a new ___ in transport.
Correct!
The correct answer is: era
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