Instructions

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈstrʌkʃənz/

Definitions of instructions

noun a statement telling someone what to do; directions

Example Sentences

A1 Please follow the instructions carefully.

A2 The instructions for assembling the furniture are included in the box.

B1 The recipe came with clear instructions on how to bake the cake.

B2 The manual provides detailed instructions for setting up the new software.

C1 The professor's instructions for the research project were very specific and detailed.

C2 Following the instructions is crucial to the success of the experiment.

Examples of instructions in a Sentence

formal The manual provides detailed instructions on how to assemble the furniture.

informal Make sure to read the instructions before using the new appliance.

slang I never follow the instructions when cooking, I just wing it.

figurative Life doesn't come with a set of instructions, we have to figure it out as we go.

Grammatical Forms of instructions

• past tense: instructed
• plural: instructions
• comparative: more instructions
• superlative: most instructions
• present tense: instructs
• future tense: will instruct
• perfect tense: have instructed
• continuous tense: is instructing
• singular: instruction
• positive degree: clear instructions
• infinitive: to instruct
• gerund: instructing
• participle: instructed

Origin and Evolution of instructions

First Known Use: 0014 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'instructions' originated from the Latin word 'instructio', which means 'arrangement, teaching'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'instructions' has evolved to refer to specific directions or guidance given to someone for a particular purpose.