Constructing: meaning, definitions and examples

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constructing

 

[kษ™nหˆstrสŒktษชล‹ ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Verb

building

To build or create something by putting different parts together.

Synonyms

assemble, build, erect, form.

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Word Description / Examples
constructing

Best used when referring to the process of building something complex, usually involving plans or blueprints.

  • The team is constructing a new bridge over the river
  • The engineers are constructing a detailed model for the project
build

A versatile word that can be used for almost any creation process, from physical structures to abstract concepts like relationships.

  • We plan to build a house next year
  • She is trying to build trust with her new team
assemble

Appropriate for putting together parts or pieces in a specific order, often used for simpler tasks like furniture or machinery.

  • I need to assemble a new bookshelf for my living room
  • The children assembled the jigsaw puzzle in record time
erect

Typically used for creating upright structures, often formal or ceremonial in nature.

  • They will erect a statue in the town square
  • Workers are erecting scaffolding for the new tower
form

Used when shaping or developing something into a specific appearance or structure, often emphasizing the process or the shape itself.

  • She will form the clay into a beautiful vase
  • The committee will form a new policy after the meeting

Examples of usage

  • They are constructing a new bridge across the river.
  • The company is constructing a new office building.
  • We are constructing a plan for the project.
Context #2 | Noun

grammar

The creation of a sentence or phrase by following specific rules and structures.

Synonyms

arranging, building, forming.

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Word Description / Examples
constructing

Use this word when you are talking about creating something large or complex, especially buildings or infrastructure.

  • The engineers are constructing a new bridge over the river
forming

Use this word when you are creating something that has a specific shape or structure, often used for groups, ideas, or abstract constructs.

  • They are forming a new committee to address the issue
building

This term is commonly used for making something by putting parts together, often associated with physical structures but also abstract concepts like relationships or careers.

  • He is building a new garage next to his house
arranging

This word is appropriate when you are putting things in a specific order or organizing them in a particular way, often to create a neat or functional result.

  • She is arranging the flowers in a vase for the wedding

Examples of usage

  • The constructing of a sentence requires proper grammar.
  • She is learning the rules of constructing sentences.

Translations

Translations of the word "constructing" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น construรงรฃo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเคฟเคฐเฅเคฎเคพเคฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Konstruktion

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ konstruksi

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑัƒะดั–ะฒะฝะธั†ั‚ะฒะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ konstrukcja

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅปบ่จญ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท construction

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ construcciรณn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท inลŸaat

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฑด์„ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจู†ุงุก

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ konstrukce

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ konลกtrukcia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅปบ้€ 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ gradnja

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ bygging

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›าฑั€ั‹ะปั‹ั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒจแƒ”แƒœแƒ”แƒ‘แƒšแƒแƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tikinti

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ construcciรณn

Etymology

The word 'constructing' originates from the Latin word 'constructus', which is the past participle of 'construere', meaning 'to build'. The term has been used in English since the late 16th century, primarily in the context of building and creating. Over time, 'constructing' has become a common term in various fields, including construction, engineering, and grammar.

See also: construct, constructed, construction, constructive, constructiveness, constructivism, constructor, deconstruct, deconstruction, misconstruction, reconstruct, reconstruction, reconstructive, reconstructor, unconstructed.

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,870 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.