İngilizce

linear

gb/lˈɪniɚ/ us/lˈɪniɚ/
B1 İngilizce
~ 3400
Anlamlar
0 anlam
adjective B1 property
1

In a straight line

Going in or shaped like a straight line.

Kullanım kalıbı: [something] is linear
Sık yapılan hata:
Learners sometimes confuse 'linear' with 'line' and use it as a noun instead of an adjective.
Eş anlamlılar
straight (More general; not limited to mathematical or geometric contexts.)
Zıt anlamlılar
curved (Describes something bent or rounded rather than straight.)
Eşdizimler
linear path |linear design |linear pattern |linear layout |linear movement
Konular
geometry |design |mathematics |space |core_vocabulary
Örnekler
  • The road follows a linear route across the plain.
  • The artist preferred linear patterns in her work.
  • Growth in this model is linear rather than exponential.
  • The bridge was built with a simple linear structure.
  • The data points fell along a linear trend.
Öğrenenler için örnekler
  • The street is linear and easy to follow.
  • This is a linear shape.
  • The lines on the paper are linear.
  • A train moves on a linear track.
  • The table has a linear edge.
adjective technical B2 property
2

Changing at a constant rate

Changing at the same speed or amount over time.

Kullanım kalıbı: [something] is linear
Sık yapılan hata:
Learners may confuse 'linear' with 'lineal', which refers to family lineage.
Eş anlamlılar
proportional (Mathematical term implying direct proportionality, which may be a subset of linear change.)
Zıt anlamlılar
exponential (Describes change that increases more and more rapidly, not at a constant rate.)
Eşdizimler
linear growth |linear function |linear relationship |linear equation
Konular
mathematics |science |statistics |education
Örnekler
  • The experiment showed a linear increase in temperature over time.
  • This formula represents a linear function.
  • We observed a linear relationship between speed and distance.
  • The cost has risen in a linear fashion for the past decade.
Öğrenenler için örnekler
  • The price went up in a linear way.
  • A linear graph shows a straight line.
  • This is a linear equation.
  • The growth of the tree is linear.
adjective technical B2 property
3

First-degree algebraic form

In math, using only numbers and letters without powers higher than one.

Sık yapılan hata:
Learners may confuse 'linear' in this sense with its everyday meaning of 'straight'. In math, it has a more specific definition.
Eş anlamlılar
first-degree (Specifically refers to the degree of an equation; less common outside mathematics.)
Zıt anlamlılar
quadratic (Refers to equations of the second degree, unlike linear equations.)
Eşdizimler
linear equation |linear algebra |linear transformation
Konular
mathematics |science |education
Örnekler
  • A simple example of a linear equation is y = 2x + 3.
  • Linear algebra is essential for computer graphics.
  • The system can be solved using methods for linear equations.
Öğrenenler için örnekler
  • y = 2x + 3 is a linear equation.
  • We study linear algebra in school.
  • Linear equations make a straight line on the graph.
adjective B2 property
4

Happening step-by-step without branches

Happening in order, one step after another, without changes or breaks.

Eş anlamlılar
sequential (More general term for ordered steps; not necessarily unbranched like 'linear'.)
Zıt anlamlılar
nonlinear (Describes processes or narratives that do not follow one direct sequence.)
Eşdizimler
linear process |linear storytelling
Konular
processes |planning |technology |education
Örnekler
  • The training program follows a linear process from basics to advanced skills.
  • Traditional novels often have a linear storyline.
  • Project development was carried out in a linear manner.
Öğrenenler için örnekler
  • This story is linear from start to end.
  • We follow a linear plan at work.
  • The game has a linear path to finish.
Dil bilgisi
Sözlük biçimi
linear
IPA
GB/lˈɪniɚ/
US/lˈɪniɚ/
Heceler ve vurgu
lin - ear (2 hece)
Stress on 1st syllable (lin)
Kelime biçimleri
Adjective
  • Base: linear
Kelime ailesi
Core family
line noun A1 linearly adverb C1
Related words
linearity noun
Negative and opposite forms
nonlinear adjective C1 nonlinearly adverb nonlinearity noun
Advanced or less common
linearize verb linearization noun
İfadeler

linear equation

1
/lˈɪniɚ ɪkwˈeɪʒən/
fixed phrase technical

Equation with first-degree variables only

A math rule showing that numbers and letters are connected, with no powers higher than one.

Örnekler
  • In algebra class we learned how to solve a linear equation.
  • A graph of a linear equation is always a straight line.

linear path

1
/lˈɪniɚ pˈæθ/
fixed phrase

A straight route without turns

A way that goes straight without turning.

Örnekler
  • The hikers took a linear path to the summit.
  • His career followed a linear path from intern to CEO.

linear relationship

1
/lˈɪniɚ ɹilˈeɪʃənʃˌɪp/
fixed phrase technical

Proportional change between two variables

When one thing changes and another changes by the same amount each time.

Örnekler
  • Scientists found a linear relationship between hours studied and test scores.
  • The chart shows a clear linear relationship between weight and height.

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