构成
To be the parts that form something; to make up or constitute.
Examples
3 of 5这些数据构成了报告的核心部分。
This data constitutes the core part of the report.
他的行为构成了犯罪。
His actions constitute a crime.
中产阶级构成了这个城市的主要消费群体。
The middle class constitutes the main consumer group in this city.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of '构' (structure) and '成' (become) — structuring to become something.
Quick Quiz
森林_______了地球生态系统的重要部分。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 构成
Examples
这些数据构成了报告的核心部分。
academicThis data constitutes the core part of the report.
他的行为构成了犯罪。
formalHis actions constitute a crime.
中产阶级构成了这个城市的主要消费群体。
businessThe middle class constitutes the main consumer group in this city.
这几幅画构成了一个系列。
everydayThese paintings make up a series.
这并不构成问题。
informalThis doesn't constitute a problem.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
构成挑战
pose a challenge
Often Confused With
'组成' emphasizes the act of putting parts together, while '构成' is often used to describe how elements define a state or identity (e.g., 'constitute a threat').
Usage Notes
Essential for IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 (describing components of a pie chart) and Reading.
Common Mistakes
Confusing '构成' (constitute) with '构造' (structure/noun).
Memory Tip
Think of '构' (structure) and '成' (become) — structuring to become something.
Word Origin
From 'gòu' (to construct) and 'chéng' (to become).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
森林_______了地球生态系统的重要部分。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 构成
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延迟
B1To delay or postpone an event, action, or process to a later time.
预料
B1To expect or anticipate something happening in the future based on current evidence.
整理
B1To put things in order, to arrange systematically, or to tidy up information or physical objects.
机会
B1A set of circumstances that makes it possible to do something; a favorable time or occasion.
关键
B1Crucial, key, or extremely important. It refers to the most significant part of a problem or situation.
劣势
B1A condition or situation that puts one in an unfavorable or inferior position; a disadvantage. The direct opposite of 优势.
变化
B1The act or instance of making or becoming different. Highly important for IELTS Writing Task 1 (describing graphs) and Task 2 (social changes).
暂时
B1Lasting for only a limited period of time; not permanent. It can function as an adjective or an adverb.
尤其
B1Used to single out one person, thing, or situation as being more important or notable than others. It is similar to 'especially' or 'particularly'.
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