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Dictionary Entry: Construct

Construct

Part of Speech

Verb, Noun

Pronunciation

UK: /kənˈstrʌkt/ (verb), /ˈkɒn.strʌkt/ (noun)

US: /kənˈstrʌkt/ (verb), /ˈkɑːn.strʌkt/ (noun)

Definitions

As a Verb:

  • To build or put together something, such as a structure or idea.
  • To form by assembling parts.
  • To create a concept or theory by combining various elements.

As a Noun:

  • A complex idea or concept formed from simpler elements.
  • Something built or devised systematically.

Usage Examples

Verb:

  • They plan to construct a new bridge over the river.
  • The scientist constructed a theory based on his observations.

Noun:

  • Time is a social construct that varies between cultures.
  • The model represents a physical construct of the planned city.

Etymology

From Latin construere ("to pile together, build"), composed of com- ("together") and struere ("to build").

Synonyms

As a Verb:

  • Build
  • Assemble
  • Form
  • Create
  • Compose

As a Noun:

  • Concept
  • Model
  • Framework
  • Theory

Antonyms

As a Verb:

  • Destroy
  • Dismantle
  • Demolish
  • Break

As a Noun:

  • Chaos
  • Disorder
  • Disorganization

Translations

Language Translation Pronunciation
Spanish Construir (v), Construcción (n) con-stroo-eer / con-stroo-thyon
French Construire (v), Concept (n) kon-stroo-eer / kon-sept
German Konstruieren (v), Konstrukt (n) kon-stroo-eer-en / kon-strukt
Hindi निर्माण करना (v), संकल्पना (n) nirman karna / sankalpana
Tamil கட்டமை (v), கருத்து (n) kattamai / karuthu
Telugu నిర్మించు (v), రూపకల్పన (n) nirminchu / roopakalpana
Mandarin 建造 (v), 构想 (n) jiànzào / gòuxiǎng
Arabic يبني (v), مفهوم (n) yabni / mafhoom
Japanese 構築する (v), 概念 (n) kōchiku suru / gainen
Russian строить (v), концепция (n) stroit' / kontseptsiya

Regional Pronunciation Variations

  • British English: Soft "r" sound in "construct."
  • American English: More emphasis on "con" in the noun form.
  • Australian English: Neutral vowel sounds.
  • Indian English: Stronger pronunciation of each syllable.

Historical Usage

The term "construct" has been used since the 15th century, originally referring to physical building. Its figurative use in philosophy and social sciences became prominent in the 20th century.

Cultural Nuances

The noun form "construct" is widely used in psychology, sociology, and philosophy to describe abstract concepts that shape human perception.

More Information

"Construct" is a foundational term in architecture, engineering, and academia, used to describe both tangible and abstract creations.

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