Architecture: meaning, definitions and examples

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architecture

 

[ หˆษ‘หrkษชหŒtษ›kสงษ™r ]

Context #1 | Noun

design

Architecture is the art and science of designing and constructing buildings. It involves creating spaces that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also functional and safe. Architects use their creativity and technical knowledge to turn a vision into reality.

Synonyms

construction, design, structure

Examples of usage

  • The architecture of the new museum is stunning.
  • The modern architecture of the building is innovative and unique.
  • Architects study for years to master the principles of architecture.
Context #2 | Noun

style

Architecture can also refer to a particular style or method of building design. Different architectural styles have developed over time, each reflecting the cultural influences and technological advancements of its era.

Synonyms

design, structure, style

Examples of usage

  • The Gothic architecture of the cathedral is breathtaking.
  • The architecture of the ancient Roman ruins is still impressive today.

Translations

Translations of the word "architecture" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น arquitetura

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคตเคพเคธเฅเคคเฅเค•เคฒเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Architektur

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ arsitektur

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฐั€ั…ั–ั‚ะตะบั‚ัƒั€ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ architektura

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅปบ็ฏ‰

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท architecture

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ arquitectura

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท mimari

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฑด์ถ•

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‡ู†ุฏุณุฉ ู…ุนู…ุงุฑูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ architektura

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ architektรบra

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅปบ็ญ‘

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ arhitektura

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ arkitektรบr

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัำ™ัƒะปะตั‚ ำฉะฝะตั€ั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ แƒฅแƒ˜แƒขแƒ”แƒฅแƒขแƒฃแƒ แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ memarlฤฑq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ arquitectura

Etymology

The word 'architecture' has its roots in the Latin word 'architectura', which comes from the Greek words 'arkhi' (chief) and 'tekton' (builder). The term originally referred to the process of designing and constructing buildings. Over time, architecture has evolved to encompass not just the physical structures themselves, but also the art and science behind creating them.

See also: architectonic, architects, architectural.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #3,281, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.