B2noun 2K

Construction

🇬🇧 UK /["/kənˈstrʌkʃn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/kənˈstrʌkʃn/"]/

Meaning of Construction

the process or method of building or making something, especially roads, buildings, bridges, etc.

In simple words: The process of building something.

Construction in a sentence

• The construction of the new bridge is ahead of schedule.
• He works in construction and specializes in building residential properties.
• The construction process requires careful planning and execution.
• The construction of the theory was a collaborative effort among several scientists.
• The construction industry has seen significant growth over the past decade.
• Artistic construction is also a field where design meets architecture.
• Developers often face challenges during the construction phase of a project.
• In mathematics, the construction of a proof is crucial for validating a theorem.

How to use Construction

Used in various contexts like building homes or large infrastructure. Not often used in casual conversation, more common in business or technical discussions.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'constructing' a building; adding 'ion' makes it a process.

Related words

Collocations with Construction

• large
• massive
• basic
• begin
• start
• complete
• be underway
• industry
• market
• sector
• during (the) construction
• under construction

Synonyms for Construction

• building
• development
• erection
• assembly
• manufacture

Opposites of Construction

• demolition
• destruction

Common mistakes with Construction

• Confusing 'construction' with 'construct', which is a verb.
• Using 'construction' as a verb or in verb form.
• Forgetting that it is a noun, leading to incorrect sentence structures.

Frequently asked questions about Construction

What does Construction mean?

The process of building something.

What is the definition of Construction?

the process or method of building or making something, especially roads, buildings, bridges, etc.

How do you use Construction in a sentence?

The construction of the new bridge is ahead of schedule.

Can you give another example of Construction?

He works in construction and specializes in building residential properties.

What are synonyms for Construction?

Common alternatives include building, development, erection, assembly, manufacture.

What is the opposite of Construction?

Opposite meanings include demolition, destruction.

What words go with Construction?

It commonly pairs with large, massive, basic, begin, start, complete, be underway, industry, market, sector, during (the) construction, under construction.

What are common mistakes when using Construction?

Confusing 'construction' with 'construct', which is a verb. Using 'construction' as a verb or in verb form. Forgetting that it is a noun, leading to incorrect sentence structures.

How do you pronounce Construction?

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

When should I use Construction?

Used in various contexts like building homes or large infrastructure. Not often used in casual conversation, more common in business or technical discussions.

What CEFR level is Construction?

"Construction" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.