C1verb 2K

Coordinate

🇬🇧 UK /["/kəʊˈɔːdɪneɪt/","/kəʊˈɔːdɪneɪts/","/kəʊˈɔːdɪneɪtɪd/","/kəʊˈɔːdɪneɪtɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/kəʊˈɔːrdɪneɪt/","/kəʊˈɔːrdɪneɪts/","/kəʊˈɔːrdɪneɪtɪd/","/kəʊˈɔːrdɪneɪtɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Coordinate

to organize the different parts of an activity and the people involved in it so that it works well

In simple words: To work together in an organized way.

Coordinate in a sentence

• They appointed a new manager to coordinate the work of the team.
• We need to develop a coordinated approach to the problem.
• a carefully coordinated policy
• We try to coordinate our activities with those of other groups.
• the part of the brain that coordinates body movements
• This shade coordinates with a wide range of other colours.
• The company has extended its coordinated clothing range.

How to use Coordinate

Use 'coordinate' when talking about organizing events or working with others. It's suitable for both formal and everyday situations but may be less common in very casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

coordinate + object

Memory hint

Think of 'cords' that tie things together — like coordinating plans.

Related words

Collocations with Coordinate

• carefully
• closely
• highly
• with
• carefully
• closely
• highly
• with
• carefully
• closely
• highly
• with

Synonyms for Coordinate

• organize
• manage
• arrange
• synchronize
• direct

Opposites of Coordinate

• disorganize
• ignore

Common mistakes with Coordinate

• Using 'coordination' instead of 'coordinate' as a verb.
• Confusing 'coordinate' with 'correspond' in contexts of communication.
• Incorrectly using 'coordinate' intransitively without an object.

Frequently asked questions about Coordinate

What does Coordinate mean?

To work together in an organized way.

What is the definition of Coordinate?

to organize the different parts of an activity and the people involved in it so that it works well

How do you use Coordinate in a sentence?

They appointed a new manager to coordinate the work of the team.

Can you give another example of Coordinate?

We need to develop a coordinated approach to the problem.

What are synonyms for Coordinate?

Common alternatives include organize, manage, arrange, synchronize, direct.

What is the opposite of Coordinate?

Opposite meanings include disorganize, ignore.

What words go with Coordinate?

It commonly pairs with carefully, closely, highly, with, carefully, closely, highly, with, carefully, closely, highly, with.

What are common mistakes when using Coordinate?

Using 'coordination' instead of 'coordinate' as a verb. Confusing 'coordinate' with 'correspond' in contexts of communication. Incorrectly using 'coordinate' intransitively without an object.

How do you pronounce Coordinate?

US: /["/kəʊˈɔːrdɪneɪt/","/kəʊˈɔːrdɪneɪts/","/kəʊˈɔːrdɪneɪtɪd/","/kəʊˈɔːrdɪneɪtɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/kəʊˈɔːdɪneɪt/","/kəʊˈɔːdɪneɪts/","/kəʊˈɔːdɪneɪtɪd/","/kəʊˈɔːdɪneɪtɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Coordinate?

Use 'coordinate' when talking about organizing events or working with others. It's suitable for both formal and everyday situations but may be less common in very casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Coordinate?

"Coordinate" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.