Context: meaning, definitions and examples

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[ หˆkษ’ntษ›kst ]

Context #1 | Noun

in linguistic

Context refers to the circumstances or setting in which a word, phrase, or event occurs. It provides additional information that helps to clarify the meaning of the word or phrase.

Synonyms

background, environment, setting

Examples of usage

  • Understanding the context in which a word is used can help to determine its intended meaning.
  • In a linguistic context, the surrounding words can provide clues to the meaning of an unfamiliar term.
Context #2 | Noun

in social

In a social context, context refers to the social environment or situation in which something happens or exists. It influences how individuals perceive and interpret the world around them.

Synonyms

ambiance, atmosphere, milieu

Examples of usage

  • The context of a conversation can greatly impact the meaning of the words spoken.
  • Understanding the social context is important for effective communication.
Context #3 | Noun

in literary

In a literary context, context refers to the background or circumstances in which a work of literature was created. It includes the historical, cultural, and social influences that shaped the writing.

Synonyms

background, framework, setting

Examples of usage

  • Analyzing the context of a novel can provide insights into the author's intentions.
  • The literary context of a poem can help readers understand its deeper meaning.

Translations

Translations of the word "context" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น contexto

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเค‚เคฆเคฐเฅเคญ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Kontext

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ konteks

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะพะฝั‚ะตะบัั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ kontekst

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆ–‡่„ˆ (ใถใ‚“ใฟใ‚ƒใ)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท contexte

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ contexto

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท baฤŸlam

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋งฅ๋ฝ (๋งฅ๋ฝ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณูŠุงู‚

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kontext

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ kontext

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไธŠไธ‹ๆ–‡ (shร ngxiร wรฉn)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ kontekst

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ samhengi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบะพะฝั‚ะตะบัั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒแƒœแƒขแƒ”แƒฅแƒกแƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kontekst

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ contexto

Etymology

The word 'context' originated from the Latin word 'contextus', which means 'a joining together'. It first appeared in English in the early 15th century. Over time, the term evolved to encompass various meanings in different fields such as linguistics, social sciences, and literature. Understanding the context of a situation has always been essential for grasping the full meaning and significance of words, events, or works of art.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #1,326, this word is part of core intermediate vocabulary. It appears regularly in various contexts and is essential for natural-sounding English.