B2 noun Neutro

restriction

/rɪˈstrɪk.ʃən/

A rule, law, or condition that limits what you can do or how something can be used. It often refers to official controls placed on actions, movements, or quantities to maintain order or safety.

Exemplos

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1

There is a temporary speed restriction of 30 miles per hour due to the roadworks.

There is a temporary speed restriction of 30 miles per hour due to the roadworks.

2

The government has announced the lifting of the trade restriction between the two nations.

The government has announced the lifting of the trade restriction between the two nations.

3

My parents have a strict restriction on how much time I spend on my phone at night.

My parents have a strict restriction on how much time I spend on my phone at night.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
restriction
Verb
restrict
Advérbio
restrictively
Adjetivo
restrictive
Relacionado
restrictiveness
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Dica de memorização

Look at the word 'strict' hidden inside re-STRICT-ion. A restriction is a strict rule that limits you.

Quiz rápido

Due to the drought, the local council has imposed a strict _______ on hosepipe usage.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: restriction

Exemplos

1

There is a temporary speed restriction of 30 miles per hour due to the roadworks.

everyday

There is a temporary speed restriction of 30 miles per hour due to the roadworks.

2

The government has announced the lifting of the trade restriction between the two nations.

formal

The government has announced the lifting of the trade restriction between the two nations.

3

My parents have a strict restriction on how much time I spend on my phone at night.

informal

My parents have a strict restriction on how much time I spend on my phone at night.

4

The study was conducted with a geographical restriction to urban areas only.

academic

The study was conducted with a geographical restriction to urban areas only.

5

Budgetary restrictions have forced the department to cancel several upcoming projects.

business

Budgetary restrictions have forced the department to cancel several upcoming projects.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
restriction
Verb
restrict
Advérbio
restrictively
Adjetivo
restrictive
Relacionado
restrictiveness

Colocações comuns

impose a restriction impose a restriction
lift a restriction lift a restriction
dietary restriction dietary restriction
place restrictions on place restrictions on
severe restriction severe restriction

Frases Comuns

without restriction

without restriction

age restriction

age restriction

travel restriction

travel restriction

Frequentemente confundido com

restriction vs constraint

A restriction is usually a formal rule or law, while a constraint is often a physical or circumstantial limit that prevents action.

restriction vs limitation

Limitation often refers to a natural lack of ability or capacity, whereas restriction refers to a controlled or imposed limit.

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Notas de uso

The word is most commonly used with the preposition 'on' (e.g., restrictions on trade). To remove a restriction, the verb 'lift' is standard in formal contexts.

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Erros comuns

Learners often use the preposition 'for' instead of 'on'. They also occasionally confuse the noun form 'restriction' with the adjective 'restrictive' when describing a rule.

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Dica de memorização

Look at the word 'strict' hidden inside re-STRICT-ion. A restriction is a strict rule that limits you.

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Origem da palavra

From the Latin 'restrictio', derived from 'restringere', meaning 'to bind fast' or 'to draw tight'.

Padrões gramaticais

countable noun (usually used in plural) prepositional phrase: restriction on + noun often follows verbs like 'impose', 'place', or 'lift'
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Contexto cultural

In many Western cultures, 'dietary restrictions' is a standard term used when hosting events to accommodate allergies or religious requirements.

Quiz rápido

Due to the drought, the local council has imposed a strict _______ on hosepipe usage.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: restriction

Palavras relacionadas

complement

A2

A thing that completes or brings to perfection something else. In grammar, it refers to a word or phrase that follows a verb and provides more information about the subject or object.

compound

A2

Describes something that is made of two or more separate parts or elements joined together. It is often used to talk about words, sentences, or chemical substances that have multiple components.

conceive

A2

To form an idea, plan, or concept in the mind. It is also the medical term used to describe when a woman becomes pregnant.

confer

A2

To discuss something with other people in order to reach a decision or exchange ideas. It can also mean to officially give an honor, title, or degree to someone.

conform

A2

To behave according to rules, standards, or what is expected by a group of people. It means to fit in or act in a way that matches others.

consecutive

A2

Following one after another in a continuous series without any breaks. It describes things that happen in a logical order, like numbers (1, 2, 3) or days (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday).

consistency

A2

Consistency is the quality of always acting or behaving in the same way. it also describes how thick or smooth a liquid or substance is.

disclude

B1

Describing a state where someone or something is left out, omitted, or not allowed to participate in a group or activity. It refers to the condition of being kept apart from a whole or a set.

antiformous

B1

Describes a shape or structure that is curved or folded upwards like an arch. It is most often used in geology and geometry to describe a convex surface.

interspect

B1

Describing a person who is thoughtful and focused on their own internal thoughts and feelings. It refers to the act of looking inward to examine one's own emotions and motives rather than focusing on external things.

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