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Project

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈprɒdʒekt/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈprɑːdʒekt/"]/

Meaning of Project

a piece of work involving careful study of a subject over a period of time, done by school or college students

In simple words: A plan or task that involves getting things done.

Project in a sentence

• I have a new project for school next week.
• The team is working on an exciting project at the moment.
• Our project aims to improve the environment.
• The artists displayed their project at the art fair.
• We need to finish this project by Friday.

How to use Project

Used in professional and academic settings when discussing work or activities. Avoid using it in very casual conversations unless it relates directly to school or work.

Grammar pattern

verb + object

Memory hint

Think of 'project' as something you 'throw forth' (pro = forward).

Related words

Collocations with Project

• class
• school
• French
• do
• work
• project on
• ambitious
• big
• huge
• get off the ground
• implement
• initiate
• aim to
• be aimed at something
• management
• coordinator
• director
• the aim of the project
• somebody’s current project
• somebody’s latest project

Synonyms for Project

• plan
• initiative
• scheme
• task
• assignment

Opposites of Project

• halt
• cease
• suspend

Common mistakes with Project

• Confused with 'projected' which refers to estimation.
• Using 'project' as a noun or verb incorrectly.
• Pronunciation confusion: mispronouncing the second syllable.

Frequently asked questions about Project

What does Project mean?

A plan or task that involves getting things done.

What is the definition of Project?

a piece of work involving careful study of a subject over a period of time, done by school or college students

How do you use Project in a sentence?

I have a new project for school next week.

Can you give another example of Project?

The team is working on an exciting project at the moment.

What are synonyms for Project?

Common alternatives include plan, initiative, scheme, task, assignment.

What is the opposite of Project?

Opposite meanings include halt, cease, suspend.

What words go with Project?

It commonly pairs with class, school, French, do, work, project on, ambitious, big, huge, get off the ground, implement, initiate, aim to, be aimed at something, management, coordinator, director, the aim of the project, somebody’s current project, somebody’s latest project.

What are common mistakes when using Project?

Confused with 'projected' which refers to estimation. Using 'project' as a noun or verb incorrectly. Pronunciation confusion: mispronouncing the second syllable.

How do you pronounce Project?

US: /["/ˈprɑːdʒekt/"]/, UK: /["/ˈprɒdʒekt/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Project?

Used in professional and academic settings when discussing work or activities. Avoid using it in very casual conversations unless it relates directly to school or work.

What CEFR level is Project?

"Project" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.