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English - Finnish
Industrial
ɪnˈdəstriəl
Extremely common
800 - 900
800 - 900
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The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
teollinen, teollisuus-, teollinen toiminta, teollisuusalue
Industrial meanings in Finnish
teollinen
Example:
The industrial revolution changed the world.
Teollinen vallankumous muutti maailmaa.
He works in the industrial sector.
Hän työskentelee teollisuusalan parissa.
Usage: formalContext: Used in discussions about manufacturing, production, and economic sectors.
Note: This is the most common translation and is often used in economic and historical contexts.
teollisuus-
Example:
Industrial design focuses on functionality.
Teollisuussuunnittelu keskittyy toimivuuteen.
The industrial park is home to many factories.
Teollisuusalueella on monia tehtaita.
Usage: formalContext: Used as a prefix in compound nouns related to industry.
Note: This form is often used to describe specific fields or areas related to industry.
teollinen toiminta
Example:
Industrial activity has increased in recent years.
Teollinen toiminta on lisääntynyt viime vuosina.
The government supports sustainable industrial activity.
Hallitus tukee kestävää teollista toimintaa.
Usage: formalContext: Used in economic and environmental discussions.
Note: Refers specifically to actions or operations within the industrial sector.
teollisuusalue
Example:
The industrial area is being developed for new businesses.
Teollisuusalueelle kehitetään uusia yrityksiä.
Many people work in the industrial area of the city.
Monet ihmiset työskentelevät kaupungin teollisuusalueella.
Usage: formalContext: Used in urban planning and economic development discussions.
Note: Refers to specific geographic areas designated for industrial use.
Industrial's synonyms
manufacturing
Manufacturing refers to the process of producing goods on a large scale using machinery and labor.
Example: The manufacturing sector is a key part of the economy.
Note:
commercial
Commercial relates to commerce or business activities, often involving the buying and selling of goods or services.
Example: The commercial district is filled with shops and businesses.
Note: Commercial may focus more on the aspect of trade and business transactions compared to the broader scope of industrial.
economic
Economic pertains to the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services within a region or country.
Example: The economic growth of the region was driven by industrial development.
Note: Economic can encompass a wider range of factors beyond just industrial activities, such as financial systems and policies.
Industrial expressions, common phrases
Industrial revolution
Refers to the period of major industrialization and technological advancement in the 18th and 19th centuries.
Example: The Industrial Revolution transformed societies by introducing new manufacturing processes.
Note: The phrase 'Industrial Revolution' specifically denotes a historical period of significant industrial growth and change.
Industrial sector
Denotes the part of the economy involved in producing goods through industrial processes.
Example: The industrial sector contributes significantly to the country's GDP.
Note: The term 'industrial sector' refers to a specific segment of the economy dedicated to manufacturing and production.
Industrial park
A designated area zoned for industrial development and manufacturing facilities.
Example: The city built a new industrial park to attract manufacturing companies.
Note: An 'industrial park' is a specific area designated for industrial activities, distinct from the broader concept of 'industrial'.
Industrial design
Refers to the aesthetic and functional design of products, often with a focus on manufacturing processes.
Example: The new smartphone has a sleek industrial design.
Note: 'Industrial design' focuses on the design aspect of products, particularly in relation to manufacturing, rather than the broader concept of 'industrial'.
Industrial espionage
The illegal practice of spying on competitors to gain trade secrets or confidential information.
Example: The company was accused of engaging in industrial espionage to gain a competitive advantage.
Note: 'Industrial espionage' specifically refers to espionage activities within the industrial or business sector.
Industrial waste
Refers to waste generated by industrial processes, often hazardous or harmful to the environment.
Example: The factory disposed of its industrial waste irresponsibly, causing environmental damage.
Note: 'Industrial waste' is waste produced as a byproduct of industrial activities, distinct from general waste or pollution.
Industrial action
Refers to collective actions taken by workers, such as strikes or work stoppages, to address workplace issues.
Example: Workers went on industrial action to protest against unfair labor practices.
Note: 'Industrial action' specifically pertains to actions taken by workers in the industrial or labor sector to address grievances or issues.
Industrial everyday (slang) expressions
Indy
Short for 'industrial', used informally to refer to industrial areas or districts.
Example: I work in the Indy district of the city.
Note: Informal shortened version of the original word.
Factory town
Refers to a town or city whose economy is largely dependent on one or more factories or industrial facilities.
Example: He grew up in a small factory town in the Midwest.
Note: Specifically focuses on the town's economic reliance on industrial activities.
Rusty
Describes something old, worn-out, or outdated, often associated with industrial structures.
Example: The old warehouse looked rusty and abandoned.
Note: While 'rusty' typically refers to physical decay, it is often used metaphorically in relation to industrial objects or buildings.
Sweatshop
Refers to a workplace where employees, often in the garment industry, work long hours for low pay under poor conditions.
Example: Some garment factories were accused of operating as sweatshops.
Note: Has negative connotations of exploitation and poor working conditions in industrial settings.
Steel city
A nickname for a city known for its steel production or industrial heritage.
Example: Pittsburgh is often referred to as the Steel City due to its history of steel production.
Note: Nickname highlighting a city's specific industrial specialization in steel.
Mill town
Refers to a town historically centered around one or more textile mills or factories.
Example: Lowell, Massachusetts, was a famous mill town during the Industrial Revolution.
Note: Emphasizes the historical significance of textile mills in a town's development.
Smokestacks
Refers to tall chimney-like structures at industrial sites used to emit smoke or gases.
Example: The skyline of the city was dominated by smokestacks from the old factories.
Note: Describes a specific visual element associated with industrial areas.
Industrial - Examples
Industrial production has increased in the last quarter.
Teollinen tuotanto on kasvanut viimeisellä neljänneksellä.
The city's economy is heavily reliant on the industrial sector.
Kaupungin talous on vahvasti riippuvainen teollisesta sektorista.
The government is investing in the industrialization of rural areas.
Hallitus investoi maaseudun teollistamiseen.
Industrial grammar
Industrial - Adjective (Adjective) / Adjective (Adjective)
Lemma: industrial
Conjugations
Adjective (Adjective): industrial
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): industrials
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): industrial
Syllables, Separation and Stress
industrial Contains 4 syllables: in • dus • tri • al
Phonetic transcription: in-ˈdə-strē-əl
in dus tri al , in ˈdə strē əl (The red syllable is stressed)
Industrial - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
industrial: 800 - 900 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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