B2 noun 中性

category

/ˈkætəɡəri/

A category is a group of people or things that are similar in some way or share common characteristics. It is used to organize information into specific classes or sets for easier identification and analysis.

例句

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1

I need to sort these clothes into a separate category for washing.

I need to sort these clothes into a separate category for washing.

2

The committee has established a new category for environmental achievements.

The committee has established a new category for environmental achievements.

3

In my head, that movie falls into the 'so bad it's good' category.

In my head, that movie falls into the 'so bad it's good' category.

词族

名词
category
Verb
categorize
副词
categorically
形容词
categorical
相关
categorization
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记忆技巧

Think of a library catalog; a CATalog helps you find the right CATegory of books.

快速测验

The library books are organized by ___, such as fiction, non-fiction, and history.

正确!

正确答案是: category

例句

1

I need to sort these clothes into a separate category for washing.

everyday

I need to sort these clothes into a separate category for washing.

2

The committee has established a new category for environmental achievements.

formal

The committee has established a new category for environmental achievements.

3

In my head, that movie falls into the 'so bad it's good' category.

informal

In my head, that movie falls into the 'so bad it's good' category.

4

The researchers divided the data into three distinct categories based on participant age.

academic

The researchers divided the data into three distinct categories based on participant age.

5

Our marketing strategy targets consumers in the high-income category.

business

Our marketing strategy targets consumers in the high-income category.

词族

名词
category
Verb
categorize
副词
categorically
形容词
categorical
相关
categorization

常见搭配

broad category broad category
fall into a category fall into a category
main category main category
specific category specific category
age category age category

常用短语

in a category of its own

in a category of its own

cross-category

cross-category

under the category of

under the category of

容易混淆的词

category vs genre

Genre is specifically used for artistic, musical, or literary styles, while category is a more general term for any classification.

category vs class

Class often refers to social standing or a group of students, whereas category refers to logical divisions of items.

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使用说明

Use this word when you are discussing logic, science, or systematic organization. It is frequently paired with verbs like 'assign,' 'define,' or 'relegate.'

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常见错误

Learners often misspell it as 'catagory' with an 'a' in the middle. Remember the middle letter is 'e'.

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记忆技巧

Think of a library catalog; a CATalog helps you find the right CATegory of books.

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词源

Derived from the Ancient Greek 'kategorein', which originally meant to accuse or assert publicly, later used in logic by Aristotle to describe types of predicates.

语法模式

countable noun (plural: categories) often followed by 'of' + plural noun used with the verb 'fall into'
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文化背景

Western education emphasizes 'categorical thinking' as a fundamental skill for scientific and logical reasoning.

快速测验

The library books are organized by ___, such as fiction, non-fiction, and history.

正确!

正确答案是: category

相关词

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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