syntax

• Substantivo que designa o conjunto de regras, princípios e processos que regem a estrutura das frases em uma língua, ou a disposição ordenada e sistemática de elementos.

A noun referring to the set of rules, principles, and processes that govern the structure of sentences in a language, or a systematic orderly arrangement.

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1. Grammatical arrangementB2formal

   The set of rules that govern the structure of sentences in a language, including word order and phrase structure.

   Sintaxe

   • English syntax typically follows a subject-verb-object order.
   • The student struggled with the syntax of complex sentences.
   • Understanding syntax is essential for learning a new language.

   Sinônimosgrammarphrase structuresentence structureword order

2. Systematic orderC1formal

   A structured and orderly arrangement of parts or elements.

   Ordem sistemática

   • The syntax of the computer code must be precise to run correctly.
   • The artist used a unique syntax of colors and shapes in the painting.
   • The syntax of the musical composition followed a classical pattern.

   Sinônimosarrangementcompositionorderorderingorganizationstructuresystem

   Antônimoschaosdisarraydisorder

3. Linguistic studyC1formal

   The branch of linguistics that examines the rules and principles for forming grammatically correct sentences.

   Sintaxe

   • She is writing a paper on the syntax of ancient Greek.
   • The professor's lecture covered the syntax of subordinate clauses.
   • Modern syntax theory explores how sentences are generated.