B1noun 1K

Resource

🇬🇧 UK /["/rɪˈsɔːs//rɪˈzɔːs/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈriːsɔːrs//rɪˈsɔːrs/"]/

Meaning of Resource

a supply of something that a country, an organization or a person has and can use, especially to increase their wealth

In simple words: Something that can be used to help or support you.

Resource in a sentence

• The company has many resources available for training employees.
• Water is a precious resource that we must conserve.
• In this project, the team will use various resources to complete their research.
• She is a valuable resource for information in our field.
• Natural resources like oil and gas are crucial for the economy.

How to use Resource

Use 'resource' in contexts related to materials, information, or support systems. It's appropriate in both academic and everyday discussions but may be less common in casual conversation.

Grammar pattern

resource + object

Memory hint

Think of a 'resource' as a 're-source' — a source you use again.

Related words

Collocations with Resource

• abundant
• considerable
• enormous
• be rich in
• have
• lack
• centre/​center
• base
• guide
• access to resources
• the allocation of resources
• the distribution of resources
• abundant
• considerable
• enormous
• be rich in
• have
• lack
• centre/​center
• base
• guide
• access to resources
• the allocation of resources
• the distribution of resources
• abundant
• considerable
• enormous
• be rich in
• have
• lack
• centre/​center
• base
• guide
• access to resources
• the allocation of resources
• the distribution of resources

Synonyms for Resource

• asset
• supply
• material
• means
• tool

Opposites of Resource

• depletion
• loss

Common mistakes with Resource

• Confused with 'source'; 'resource' is about aid or support.
• Using 'resources' incorrectly as a singular noun.
• Overuse of the term in casual contexts where simpler words may fit better.

Frequently asked questions about Resource

What does Resource mean?

Something that can be used to help or support you.

What is the definition of Resource?

a supply of something that a country, an organization or a person has and can use, especially to increase their wealth

How do you use Resource in a sentence?

The company has many resources available for training employees.

Can you give another example of Resource?

Water is a precious resource that we must conserve.

What are synonyms for Resource?

Common alternatives include asset, supply, material, means, tool.

What is the opposite of Resource?

Opposite meanings include depletion, loss.

What words go with Resource?

It commonly pairs with abundant, considerable, enormous, be rich in, have, lack, centre/​center, base, guide, access to resources, the allocation of resources, the distribution of resources, abundant, considerable, enormous, be rich in, have, lack, centre/​center, base, guide, access to resources, the allocation of resources, the distribution of resources, abundant, considerable, enormous, be rich in, have, lack, centre/​center, base, guide, access to resources, the allocation of resources, the distribution of resources.

What are common mistakes when using Resource?

Confused with 'source'; 'resource' is about aid or support. Using 'resources' incorrectly as a singular noun. Overuse of the term in casual contexts where simpler words may fit better.

How do you pronounce Resource?

US: /["/ˈriːsɔːrs//rɪˈsɔːrs/"]/, UK: /["/rɪˈsɔːs//rɪˈzɔːs/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Resource?

Use 'resource' in contexts related to materials, information, or support systems. It's appropriate in both academic and everyday discussions but may be less common in casual conversation.

What CEFR level is Resource?

"Resource" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.