structure
The way in which the parts of a system or object are arranged or organized to form a whole. It can also refer to a physical object that has been built, such as a bridge or a building.
Exemplos
3 de 5The structure of the old house is still very strong despite its age.
The physical build of the house remains very solid.
The committee is planning to modify the organizational structure of the department.
The group plans to change how the department is organized.
I like the structure of your essay; it's very easy to follow.
I like the way you organized your writing.
Antônimos
Família de palavras
Dica de memorização
Think of the word 'CONSTRUCT.' Both words come from the same root. A 'structure' is what you have after you 'construct' something.
Quiz rápido
The earthquake caused significant damage to the ______ of the bridge.
Correto!
A resposta correta é: structure
Exemplos
The structure of the old house is still very strong despite its age.
everydayThe physical build of the house remains very solid.
The committee is planning to modify the organizational structure of the department.
formalThe group plans to change how the department is organized.
I like the structure of your essay; it's very easy to follow.
informalI like the way you organized your writing.
In biology class, we studied the complex structure of human cells.
academicWe studied how human cells are put together.
The firm needs a more efficient salary structure to retain employees.
businessThe company needs a better system for organizing pay.
Antônimos
Família de palavras
Colocações comuns
Frases Comuns
sentence structure
the grammatical arrangement of a sentence
power structure
the hierarchy of control in a group
support structure
parts that provide stability to a larger object
Frequentemente confundido com
Construction is the process of building, whereas structure is the finished arrangement or the building itself.
A system focuses on how things work together, while a structure focuses on how things are physically or logically arranged.
Notas de uso
Use 'structure' when you want to emphasize the relationship between parts of a whole. It is a very versatile word used in both physical contexts (architecture) and abstract contexts (grammar, business, music).
Erros comuns
Learners often use the verb form 'to structure' when they simply mean 'to make.' Use 'structure' specifically when the organization of parts is the most important aspect.
Dica de memorização
Think of the word 'CONSTRUCT.' Both words come from the same root. A 'structure' is what you have after you 'construct' something.
Origem da palavra
From the Latin 'structura', meaning 'a fitting together, adaptation, or building.'
Padrões gramaticais
Contexto cultural
In academic writing in English-speaking countries, having a 'clear structure' is often the most important criteria for a high grade.
Quiz rápido
The earthquake caused significant damage to the ______ of the bridge.
Correto!
A resposta correta é: structure
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