Cool MateMeaning of DNA
A molecule that carries genetic instructions used in the growth and functioning of living organisms.
In simple words: The building blocks of all living things that contain genetic information.
DNA in a sentence
- Scientists extracted the DNA from the sample to analyze its genetic makeup.
- DNA testing can help identify familial relationships in forensic cases.
- Researchers are studying how DNA mutations can lead to diseases.
- In humans, DNA is organized into structures called chromosomes.
- The discovery of the DNA double helix was a landmark moment in science.
How to use DNA
Used in scientific contexts, especially biology and medicine. Not used informally.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
DNA sounds like 'Deoxyribonucleic Acid' - imagine a double helix ladder structure.
Related words
Collocations with DNA
- extract DNA
- analyze DNA
- DNA sequence
- DNA testing
- DNA structure
Synonyms for DNA
- genetic material
- chromosome
- hereditary information
Common mistakes with DNA
- Confused with RNA - learners may mix these two terms.
- Omitting 'the' when referring to DNA in a specific context.
- Misunderstanding its role in genetics and heredity.
DNA appears in
DNA in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
الحمض النووي الريبوزي منقوص الأكسجين
اللبنات الأساسية لجميع الكائنات الحية التي تحتوي على معلومات وراثية.
- Bengaliবাংলা
ডিএনএ
সমস্ত জীবন্ত জিনিসের বিল্ডিং ব্লক যা জেনেটিক তথ্য ধারণ করে।
- GermanDeutsch
DNA
Die Bausteine aller Lebewesen, die genetische Informationen enthalten.
- SpanishEspañol
ADN
Los bloques de construcción de todos los seres vivos que contienen información genética.
- Persianفارسی
دیانای
بلوکهای سازندهی همهی موجودات زنده که اطلاعات ژنتیکی رو دارن.
- FrenchFrançais
ADN
Les éléments constitutifs de tous les êtres vivants qui contiennent des informations génétiques.
- Hindiहिन्दी
डीएनए
सभी जीवित चीजों के निर्माण खंड जिनमें आनुवंशिक जानकारी होती है।
- ItalianItaliano
DNA
I mattoni di tutte le cose viventi che contengono informazioni genetiche.
- PortuguesePortuguês
DNA
Os blocos de construção de todos os seres vivos que contêm informações genéticas.
- RussianРусский
ДНК
Строительные блоки всех живых существ, содержащие генетическую информацию.
- Urduاردو
ڈی این اے
تمام جانداروں کے وہ بنیادی اجزاء جن میں جینیاتی معلومات ہوتی ہیں۔
- Chinese中文
DNA
包含遗传信息的，构成所有生物体的基本单元。
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- DataA2
Facts or information used for analysis or decision-making.
- TheoryB1
A set of principles or ideas intended to explain something.
- VisionB2
The ability to see something or a mental image of what you want to achieve.
- MicroscopeB1
An instrument used to magnify small objects for detailed observation.
- CompoundB2
a thing consisting of two or more separate things combined together
- ElementB1
a necessary or typical part of something; one of several parts that something contains
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Frequently asked questions about DNA
What does DNA mean?
The building blocks of all living things that contain genetic information.
What is the definition of DNA?
A molecule that carries genetic instructions used in the growth and functioning of living organisms.
How do you use DNA in a sentence?
Scientists extracted the DNA from the sample to analyze its genetic makeup.
Can you give another example of DNA?
DNA testing can help identify familial relationships in forensic cases.
What are synonyms for DNA?
Common alternatives include genetic material, chromosome, hereditary information.
What words go with DNA?
It commonly pairs with extract DNA, analyze DNA, DNA sequence, DNA testing, DNA structure.
What are common mistakes when using DNA?
Confused with RNA - learners may mix these two terms. Omitting 'the' when referring to DNA in a specific context. Misunderstanding its role in genetics and heredity.
How do you pronounce DNA?
US: //ˌdiː.enˈeɪ//, UK: //ˌdiː.enˈeɪ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use DNA?
Used in scientific contexts, especially biology and medicine. Not used informally.