A2 verb Neutral #543 most common

framework

/ˈfreɪm.wɜːrk/

To provide a basic structure or a set of rules for a project or idea. It means to organize the main parts of something so that the details can be filled in later.

Examples

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1

I need to framework my daily schedule to be more productive.

I need to framework my daily schedule to be more productive.

2

The committee will framework the new policy before the final vote.

The committee will framework the new policy before the final vote.

3

Let's framework the weekend plans tonight so we don't waste time.

Let's framework the weekend plans tonight so we don't waste time.

Word Family

Noun
framework
Verb
framework
Adverb
structurally
Adjective
structural
Related
frame
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Memory Tip

Think of a 'frame' around a 'work' of art; it holds the whole piece together and gives it a shape.

Quick Quiz

The manager wants to ____ the new process before the team starts working.

Correct!

The correct answer is: framework

Examples

1

I need to framework my daily schedule to be more productive.

everyday

I need to framework my daily schedule to be more productive.

2

The committee will framework the new policy before the final vote.

formal

The committee will framework the new policy before the final vote.

3

Let's framework the weekend plans tonight so we don't waste time.

informal

Let's framework the weekend plans tonight so we don't waste time.

4

The researcher decided to framework the study around three main variables.

academic

The researcher decided to framework the study around three main variables.

5

We should framework the project requirements before hiring a developer.

business

We should framework the project requirements before hiring a developer.

Word Family

Noun
framework
Verb
framework
Adverb
structurally
Adjective
structural
Related
frame

Common Collocations

framework a plan framework a plan
framework a strategy framework a strategy
framework a system framework a system
framework a curriculum framework a curriculum
framework a project framework a project

Common Phrases

within the framework

within the framework

legal framework

legal framework

conceptual framework

conceptual framework

Often Confused With

framework vs frame

A frame is usually a physical border, while a framework is a complex conceptual structure.

framework vs network

A network is a set of connections, whereas a framework is an organized system of rules or parts.

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Usage Notes

The word 'framework' is most commonly used as a noun, but as a verb, it implies the act of building an organizational foundation. It is frequently used in business and software development.

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Common Mistakes

Learners often use the verb 'frame' when they mean to describe the complex organization of an idea, which is better suited for 'framework' or 'providing a framework'.

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Memory Tip

Think of a 'frame' around a 'work' of art; it holds the whole piece together and gives it a shape.

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Word Origin

From the noun 'framework', combining 'frame' (from Old English framian) and 'work' (from Old English weorc).

Grammar Patterns

transitive verb regular verb: framework, frameworked, frameworked
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Cultural Context

In Western professional culture, 'frameworking' refers to the systematic approach to problem-solving and project management.

Quick Quiz

The manager wants to ____ the new process before the team starts working.

Correct!

The correct answer is: framework

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