terminology
gb/tˌɚmɪnˈɑləd͡ʒi/ us/tˌɚmɪnˈɑləd͡ʒi/
B2
Inglês
~ 9900
Aceções
0 aceções
Nome
formal
B2
entity
1
specialized words for a subject
All the special words that people use in one subject, job, or area of study.
Padrão de uso:
the terminology of [a field]
Erro comum:
Learners sometimes treat terminology as a countable noun and say things like 'many terminologies'. In this sense it is usually uncountable: say 'specialized terminology' or 'a lot of legal terminology', not 'many terminologies'. Another confusion is mixing up terminology with technology; terminology refers to words, not machines or tools.
Sinónimos
jargon (Often suggests very specialized or hard-to-understand terms used within a group.)
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vocabulary (More general; can be everyday words, not only technical ones in a specific field.)
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nomenclature (More formal and often used for official or scientific naming systems.)
Antónimos
plain language (Focuses on using simple, non-technical words that everyone can understand.)
Colocações
technical terminology
|medical terminology
|legal terminology
|specialized terminology
|industry-specific terminology
|correct terminology
Temas
language
|education
|science
|business
|communication
Exemplos
- The book explains basic programming concepts without using complex technical terminology.
- Medical terminology can be difficult for patients to understand without a doctor’s explanation.
- In this course, you will learn the key legal terminology used in contracts.
- The manual includes a glossary of industry terminology at the back.
- Scientists often create new terminology when they discover new ideas or technologies.
Exemplos para aprendentes
- I find the medical terminology in this article very hard to read.
- The teacher explained the business terminology before we read the text.
- You need to learn computer terminology to work in this office.
- This dictionary is good for chemistry terminology.
- The guide gives simple meanings of all the tourism terminology.
unknown
formal
C1
entity
2
specific wording used for something
The exact words that someone chooses to talk about or describe something.
Padrão de uso:
the terminology used in [something]
Erro comum:
Learners may not see the difference between terminology and simple words like words or language. Terminology here focuses on the exact choice of words, often in formal writing. Also, do not say 'a terminology' when you mean 'a term'; a single word or phrase is a term, not 'a terminology'.
Sinónimos
wording (Very close in meaning; more general and slightly less formal.)
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phraseology (More formal; emphasizes style and typical ways of saying things.)
Antónimos
plain terms (Highlights simple, direct words rather than specialized or overly careful wording.)
Colocações
confusing terminology
|unclear terminology
|inaccurate terminology
|official terminology
|standard terminology
|inclusive terminology
Temas
language
|law
|business
|communication
|education
|core_vocabulary
Exemplos
- Some people find the terminology used in this policy document too technical and legalistic.
- The report was criticized for using outdated and insensitive terminology.
- We need to update our marketing materials to reflect more inclusive terminology.
- The agreement is invalid because the terminology around payment dates is ambiguous.
- Her paper carefully explains why the current medical terminology for this condition should be changed.
Exemplos para aprendentes
- The terminology in this contract is hard for me to understand.
- He said the article used wrong terminology for that culture.
- The company changed its terminology to be more polite.
- Please check the terminology before we print the book.
- Teachers should use simple terminology with new students.
Gramática
Forma de dicionário
terminology
IPA
GB/tˌɚmɪnˈɑləd͡ʒi/
US/tˌɚmɪnˈɑləd͡ʒi/
Sílabas e acento
ter - min - o - logy (4 sílabas)
Stress on 2nd syllable (min)
Formas da palavra
Noun
- Base: terminology
- Plural: terminologies, terminology
Família de palavras
Forms
terminologies
noun
Core family
term
noun A1
terminological
adjective
Advanced or less common
terminologically
adverb
terminologist
noun
Expressões
legal terminology
1/lˈiɡəl tˌɚmɪnˈɑləd͡ʒi/
fixed phrase
formal
special words used in law
All the special words that lawyers and courts use in legal texts and cases.
Exemplos
- The contract is written in complex legal terminology.
- She took a course to understand basic legal terminology before starting her job.
- Legal terminology can be very different from everyday English.
medical terminology
1/mˈɛdɪkəl tˌɚmɪnˈɑləd͡ʒi/
fixed phrase
formal
special words used in medicine
All the special words that doctors, nurses, and other health workers use.
Exemplos
- Nursing students must learn basic medical terminology in their first year.
- The doctor translated the medical terminology into simple language for the patient.
- This dictionary is designed to help laypeople understand medical terminology.
technical terminology
1/tˈɛknɪkəl tˌɚmɪnˈɑləd͡ʒi/
fixed phrase
formal
special words used in technical fields
All the special words that people use in science, technology, or other technical work.
Exemplos
- The guide avoids technical terminology so that beginners can understand it.
- You do not need to know any technical terminology to use this software.
- The article is full of technical terminology that may confuse general readers.
use the correct terminology
1/jˈuz ðə kɚˈɛkt tˌɚmɪnˈɑləd͡ʒi/
fixed phrase
formal
choose and use the right terms
To speak or write using the words that are accepted as right for that subject or group.
Exemplos
- In academic writing, it is important to use the correct terminology.
- Teachers should use the correct terminology but also explain it in simple language.
- The manager reminded the team to use the correct terminology when talking to clients.