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architecture

/ˈɑːrkɪtektʃər/
ar · chi · tec · ture /ˈɑːr · kɪ · ˌtɛk · tʃər/
English Definition
n. designing buildings
中文释义
建筑学
Significado en Español
arquitectura
한국어 뜻
건축, 건축학
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
kiến trúc
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Example Sentence

He studies architecture.

他学建筑学。

Synonyms
design construction
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
archi(main)+tect(build)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

In the sentence below, choose the word that is most similar in meaning to “architecture”: The new government building showcased impressive architecture, drawing tourists from all over the country.

  1. A design
  2. B destruction
  3. C clutter
  4. D forgetfulness
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A — design. “architecture” means n. designing buildings

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

He studied ______ because he loved designing houses and skyscrapers.

  1. A architecture
  2. B agriculture
  3. C chemistry
  4. D geography
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A — architecture. “architecture” means n. designing buildings

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Common questions about “architecture”

What does “architecture” mean?

architecture — n. designing buildings. In Chinese: 建筑学.

How do you pronounce “architecture”?

architecture is pronounced /ˈɑːrkɪtektʃər/. It breaks into 4 syllables: ar · chi · tec · ture.

How do you use “architecture” in a sentence?

He studies architecture. (他学建筑学。)

What are synonyms for “architecture”?

design, construction — all close in meaning to architecture (n. designing buildings).

Is “architecture” an ISEE Lower-level word?

Yes. architecture appears on the iSEE Vocab Lower list, which covers 615 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

How can I remember “architecture”?

archi(main)+tect(build)

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