architectural
gb/ˌɑɹkɪtˈɛkt͡ʃɚəl/ us/ˌɑɹkɪtˈɛkt͡ʃɚəl/
B2
Inglés
~ 6100
Acepciones
0 acepciones
adjective
B2
property
1
relating to building design
About how buildings are designed, built, or what style they have.
Patrón de uso:
architectural [style/feature/heritage/landmark]
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes say *"architecture style"* instead of *"architectural style"*. Use the adjective form "architectural" before a noun (e.g., "architectural style", "architectural detail") and the noun "architecture" alone (e.g., "modern architecture").
Sinónimos
structural (Often focuses more on the physical support and engineering of a building, while "architectural" more strongly suggests design and style.)
Antónimos
nonarchitectural (Describes things that are not related to architecture or building design.)
Colocaciones
architectural style
|architectural details
|architectural heritage
|architectural landmark
|architectural masterpiece
|architectural feature
Temas
art
|design
|city life
|science
|housing
|arts_entertainment
|core_vocabulary
Ejemplos
- The city is famous for its rich architectural heritage.
- This museum is an architectural masterpiece designed by a world‑renowned architect.
- Many new hotels copy the architectural style of traditional palaces.
- The architect added small architectural details to make the building feel more human.
- They launched a project to protect the old town’s architectural landmarks.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- We took a tour to see the city’s architectural landmarks.
- This church is an important part of the country’s architectural heritage.
- I love the simple architectural style of these white houses.
- The building has many interesting architectural details around the windows.
- The new library is an architectural masterpiece in our town.
adjective
technical
C1
property
2
relating to system structure
About the main structure or design of a complex system, for example a computer system or a large project.
Patrón de uso:
architectural [changes/decisions/design/principles]
Error frecuente:
Learners may think this meaning is only about buildings. In technical or business texts, "architectural" often refers to the structure of systems, not physical architecture.
Sinónimos
structural (Used in many of the same technical contexts; "architectural" often emphasizes planned, high-level design choices, while "structural" can be more general or low-level.)
Antónimos
ad hoc (Describes solutions that are improvised without an overall structure or plan, the opposite of carefully planned architectural design.)
Colocaciones
architectural changes
|architectural decisions
|architectural design
|architectural principles
|architectural framework
|architectural layer
Temas
technology
|science
|business
Ejemplos
- The software will need major architectural changes to support millions of users.
- These architectural decisions should be documented early in the project.
- The team is discussing different architectural models for the new platform.
- Good architectural design can reduce long‑term maintenance costs.
- We are reviewing the system’s architectural principles before adding new features.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- The company made architectural changes to its IT system.
- Architectural decisions at the start of a project are very important.
- We chose a new architectural design for the software.
- Good architectural planning can make systems easier to update.
- They are studying the architectural structure of the computer network.
adjective
C1
property
3
showing buildings as main subject
Used about pictures or drawings that mainly show buildings and other structures.
Patrón de uso:
architectural [photography/drawing/sketch]
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes confuse "architectural photography" with "architecture photography". The natural collocation is "architectural photography" with the adjective form.
Sinónimos
architectural-themed (A looser descriptive phrase; "architectural" alone is the standard, concise adjective for this type of art or image.)
Antónimos
portrait (Refers to images focused on people’s faces or bodies, which is the opposite focus of architectural images that center on buildings.)
Colocaciones
architectural photography
|architectural drawing
|architectural sketch
|architectural illustration
Temas
art
|media
|design
|arts_entertainment
|housing
Ejemplos
- He specializes in architectural photography of modern skyscrapers.
- The course includes lessons in architectural drawing and perspective.
- Her portfolio features architectural sketches of historic streets.
- The magazine ran an architectural photo spread on industrial spaces.
- They hired a student to create architectural illustrations of the new campus.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- She takes architectural photos of old houses.
- He is learning architectural drawing at art school.
- I like books that show architectural sketches of cities.
- The website shows architectural images of many famous buildings.
- The gallery is showing architectural photography this month.
Gramática
Forma de diccionario
architectural
AFI
GB/ˌɑɹkɪtˈɛkt͡ʃɚəl/
US/ˌɑɹkɪtˈɛkt͡ʃɚəl/
Sílabas y acento
ar - chi - tec - tur - al (5 sílabas)
Stress on 3rd syllable (tec)
Formas de la palabra
Adjective
- Base: architectural
Familia de palabras
Core family
architect
noun B1
architecture
noun B1
Related words
architecturally
adverb
Expresiones
architectural feature
1/ˌɑɹkɪtˈɛkt͡ʃɚəl fˈit͡ʃɚ/
fixed phrase
design element of a building
A special part of a building’s design, such as an arch, balcony, or column.
Ejemplos
- The balcony is the most striking architectural feature of the house.
- Large windows are an important architectural feature in modern office buildings.
architectural heritage
1/ˌɑɹkɪtˈɛkt͡ʃɚəl hˈɛɹɪtɪd͡ʒ/
fixed phrase
formal
historically important buildings
All the old and important buildings in a place that people want to protect and keep for the future.
Ejemplos
- Tourism plays a key role in funding the preservation of the city’s architectural heritage.
- New laws were introduced to protect the country’s architectural heritage.
architectural landmark
1/ˌɑɹkɪtˈɛkt͡ʃɚəl lˈændmˌɑɹk/
fixed phrase
famous, symbolic building
A very well-known and easily recognized building that is a symbol of a city or area.
Ejemplos
- The bridge has become an architectural landmark of the region.
- The new museum is expected to be the next architectural landmark in the capital.
architectural masterpiece
1/ˌɑɹkɪtˈɛkt͡ʃɚəl mˈæstɚpˌis/
fixed phrase
exceptionally designed building
A building that people think is one of the best examples of good design and architecture.
Ejemplos
- Many critics call the opera house an architectural masterpiece.
- The cathedral is widely regarded as an architectural masterpiece of the medieval period.
architectural style
1/ˌɑɹkɪtˈɛkt͡ʃɚəl stˈaɪl/
fixed phrase
type of building design
The usual design and look of a building or group of buildings, for example Gothic, modern, or traditional.
Ejemplos
- The city is known for its mix of architectural styles.
- We chose a simple architectural style for our new house.