Cool MateMeaning of Biology
the scientific study of the life and structure of plants and animals
In simple words: The study of living things and how they work.
Biology in a sentence
- a degree in biology
- molecular/evolutionary biology
- a biology teacher/class/textbook
- She's a professor of biology at Stanford.
- How far is human nature determined by biology?
- the biology of marine animals
How to use Biology
Used in academic contexts, such as school subjects or scientific discussions. Less common in everyday conversation unless discussing health or environment.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'bio' as in 'life' — biology is the study of life.
Related words
Collocations with Biology
- cellular
- developmental
- environmental
- cellular
- developmental
- environmental
Synonyms for Biology
- life science
- biological science
- natural science
Common mistakes with Biology
- Confused with 'biome' (a community of plants and animals).
- Using 'biology' to refer to non-living sciences.
- Mispronouncing the word with emphasis on the wrong syllable.
Biology appears in
Biology in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
علم الأحياء
دراسة الكائنات الحية وكيفية عملها.
- Bengaliবাংলা
জীববিজ্ঞান
জীবন্ত জিনিস এবং তারা কীভাবে কাজ করে তার অধ্যয়ন।
- GermanDeutsch
Biologie
Die Lehre von Lebewesen und wie sie funktionieren.
- SpanishEspañol
Biología
El estudio de los seres vivos y cómo funcionan.
- Persianفارسی
زیستشناسی
علم مطالعه موجودات زنده و نحوه کارکرد آنها.
- FrenchFrançais
Biologie
L'étude des êtres vivants et de leur fonctionnement.
- Hindiहिन्दी
जीव विज्ञान
जीवित चीजों और वे कैसे काम करते हैं इसका अध्ययन।
- ItalianItaliano
Biologia
Lo studio delle cose viventi e di come funzionano.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Biologia
O estudo das coisas vivas e como elas funcionam.
- RussianРусский
Биология
Изучение живых существ и того, как они работают.
- Urduاردو
حیاتیات
جاندار چیزوں کا مطالعہ اور وہ کیسے کام کرتی ہیں۔
- Chinese中文
生物学
研究生物及其运作方式。
More words like Biology
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- AbilityA2
the fact that somebody/something is able to do something
- AbleA2
having the skill, intelligence, opportunity, etc. needed to do something
- AbroadA2
In or to a country that is not one's own.
- AbsoluteB2
total and complete
- AbsolutelyB1
used to emphasize that something is completely true
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Frequently asked questions about Biology
What does Biology mean?
The study of living things and how they work.
What is the definition of Biology?
the scientific study of the life and structure of plants and animals
How do you use Biology in a sentence?
a degree in biology
Can you give another example of Biology?
molecular/evolutionary biology
What are synonyms for Biology?
Common alternatives include life science, biological science, natural science.
What is the opposite of Biology?
Opposite meanings include chemistry, physics, geology.
What words go with Biology?
It commonly pairs with cellular, developmental, environmental, cellular, developmental, environmental.
What are common mistakes when using Biology?
Confused with 'biome' (a community of plants and animals). Using 'biology' to refer to non-living sciences. Mispronouncing the word with emphasis on the wrong syllable.
How do you pronounce Biology?
US: /["/baɪˈɑːlədʒi/"]/, UK: /["/baɪˈɒlədʒi/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Biology?
Used in academic contexts, such as school subjects or scientific discussions. Less common in everyday conversation unless discussing health or environment.
What CEFR level is Biology?
"Biology" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.