Construction

Pronunciation: /kənˈstrʌkʃən/

Definitions of construction

noun a structure or building that is being constructed or has been constructed

Example Sentences

A1 The construction of the new bridge is almost complete.

A2 I enjoy watching construction workers build new houses.

B1 The construction industry plays a significant role in the economy.

B2 The construction of the skyscraper required careful planning and coordination.

C1 The construction of the new airport terminal was completed ahead of schedule.

C2 The innovative construction techniques used in the project set a new standard in the industry.

Examples of construction in a Sentence

formal The construction of the new office building is scheduled to begin next month.

informal They're starting the construction on that new house down the street.

slang The crew is gonna start the construction on the skate park next week.

figurative The construction of a strong argument requires solid evidence and logical reasoning.

Grammatical Forms of construction

• past tense: constructed
• plural: constructions
• comparative: more construction
• superlative: most construction
• present tense: construct
• future tense: will construct
• perfect tense: have constructed
• continuous tense: is constructing
• singular: construction
• positive degree: construction
• infinitive: to construct
• gerund: constructing
• participle: constructed

Origin and Evolution of construction

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'construction' originated from the Latin word 'constructionem', which comes from the verb 'construere' meaning 'to pile up, build, construct'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'construction' has evolved to encompass not just physical building but also the creation or formation of abstract concepts or ideas.