Inventory

B2 16+

Pronunciation: /ˈɪnvəntɔri/

Definitions of inventory

noun a complete list of items such as property, goods in stock, or the contents of a building

Example Sentences

A1 I need to check the inventory to see if we have enough paper for the printer.

A2 The store manager is responsible for keeping track of the inventory levels.

B1 The company conducts a yearly inventory to assess their stock levels.

B2 The warehouse manager uses a software system to manage the inventory efficiently.

C1 The company invested in a new inventory management system to streamline operations.

C2 The inventory control team is constantly monitoring stock levels to prevent shortages.

verb not applicable

Example Sentences

A1 I inventory my belongings before moving.

A2 She inventories the stock at the end of each month.

B1 The store manager inventories the products on a weekly basis.

B2 The company is inventorying its assets to prepare for the merger.

C1 The auditor is inventorying the company's financial records for accuracy.

C2 The archaeologist is inventorying the artifacts found at the excavation site.

adjective not applicable

Example Sentences

A1 The store manager counted the inventory of toys.

A2 The inventory list showed that there were only two boxes of pens left.

B1 The company conducted a thorough inventory audit to check for discrepancies.

B2 The warehouse manager implemented a new inventory management system to improve efficiency.

C1 The inventory control team analyzed the data to identify trends and make strategic decisions.

C2 The CEO reviewed the quarterly inventory report to assess the company's financial health.

adverb not applicable

Example Sentences

A1 She checked her inventory quickly before leaving for the trip.

A2 The store manager inventory updated the stock levels every week.

B1 The restaurant owner meticulously inventoried all the ingredients before opening for the day.

B2 The warehouse supervisor efficiently inventoried the new shipment of goods.

C1 The auditor meticulously inventoried all the company's assets during the annual review.

C2 The archaeologist meticulously inventoried each artifact found during the excavation.

pronoun not applicable

Example Sentences

A1 I counted my inventory and realized I was missing a few items.

A2 She organized her inventory by category to make it easier to find things.

B1 The store manager conducted a monthly inventory to track stock levels.

B2 The company invested in a new software system to manage their inventory more efficiently.

C1 The warehouse supervisor implemented a barcode system to streamline inventory management.

C2 The CEO reviewed the company's inventory turnover ratio to assess financial performance.

preposition not applicable

Example Sentences

A1 I need to check my inventory of snacks before the party.

A2 She keeps a detailed inventory of all the books in her library.

B1 The company is conducting a thorough inventory of its assets.

B2 The store manager is responsible for keeping track of the inventory levels.

C1 The warehouse manager implemented a new inventory management system.

C2 The company hired a consultant to optimize their inventory control processes.

conjunction not applicable

Example Sentences

A1 I need to inventory my closet before going shopping.

A2 I will inventory the supplies in the storage room to see what we need to order.

B1 The company conducts a yearly inventory to keep track of their assets.

B2 The manager decided to inventory the stock to prevent any shortages.

C1 The team will inventory the equipment before the project begins.

C2 It is important to inventory all items before moving to a new location to ensure nothing is lost.

interjection not applicable

Example Sentences

A1 Inventory! I can't find my favorite shirt.

A2 Inventory! Did we order enough supplies for the event?

B1 Inventory! Let's count how many items we have left in stock.

B2 Inventory! We need to update our inventory system to track sales more efficiently.

C1 Inventory! Have you conducted a thorough audit of our inventory recently?

C2 Inventory! It's crucial to maintain accurate inventory records for financial reporting.

article not applicable

Example Sentences

A1 I need to check the inventory to see if we have enough supplies.

A2 The inventory of the store needs to be updated regularly.

B1 The company is conducting a full inventory of all its assets.

B2 The warehouse manager is responsible for keeping track of the inventory levels.

C1 The inventory management system allows for real-time tracking of stock levels.

C2 The company's annual inventory report showed a decrease in overall assets.

Examples of inventory in a Sentence

formal The company conducted a thorough inventory of all its assets.

informal I need to take inventory of all the supplies in the storage room.

slang I have to do a quick inventory check before we open the store.

figurative She took inventory of her life and realized she needed to make some changes.

Grammatical Forms of inventory

past tense

inventoried

plural

inventories

comparative

more inventory

superlative

most inventory

present tense

inventory

future tense

will inventory

perfect tense

have inventoried

continuous tense

is inventorying

singular

inventory

positive degree

inventory

infinitive

to inventory

gerund

inventorying

participle

inventorying

Origin and Evolution of inventory

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'inventory' originated from the Latin word 'inventarium', which means a list of goods or items found.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'inventory' has evolved to encompass not just physical goods but also a detailed list or record of assets, resources, or items in stock. It is commonly used in business and accounting contexts to refer to a comprehensive list of goods or materials held in stock by a business.