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Chart

UK /["/tʃɑːt/"]/US /["/tʃɑːrt/"]/

Definition

a diagram, lists of figures, etc. that shows information

In simple words: A visual representation of data, like a graph.

Examples

The teacher showed us a chart of the solar system.
I made a chart to track my savings over the year.
The sales chart shows a big increase this month.
As a musician, I looked at the music chart to see the top songs.
You can find the latest music chart on the internet.
Can you pass me the chart for this project?

Usage notes

Used in formal and informal settings to present data clearly. Avoid using in casual conversations unless discussing data or statistics.

Grammar pattern

chart + object

Memory hint

Think of a 'chart' as a 'part' that shows information clearly.

Collocations

accompanying
bar
flow
give something
illustrate something
indicate something
in a/the chart
on a/the chart
off the charts
nautical
navigation
weather
on a/the chart
album
pop
singles
enter
go into
hit
hit
in the chart

Synonyms

graph
diagram
table
plot

Antonyms

disorganization
chaos

Common mistakes

Confusing 'chart' with 'map' since both are visual tools.
Using 'charted' incorrectly when 'charted' is more appropriate (i.e., referenced data).