method
word
/ˈmɛθəd/
METH-uhd
/mˈɛθəd/
METH-uhd
Definition
A method is a particular way of doing something, especially a planned, organized, or effective way. It is often used when talking about work, study, teaching, or solving problems.
Usage & Nuances
'Method' is more formal and systematic than 'way'. Common collocations include 'teaching method', 'research method', 'payment method', and 'method for doing something'. Do not confuse it with 'mode' or 'means', which are used differently.
Spanish: métodoPortuguese (BR): métodoPortuguese (PT): métodoChinese (Simplified): 方法Chinese (Traditional): 方法Hindi: विधि - तरीकाArabic: طريقة - منهجBengali: পদ্ধতি - প্রণালীRussian: метод - способ (официально)Japanese: 方法 - 手法Vietnamese: phương pháp - cách thứcKorean: 방법 - 방식Turkish: yöntem - metotUrdu: طریقہ - طریقہ کارIndonesian: metode - cara
Example Sentences
This method is easy to learn.
basic
Our teacher uses a new method in class.
basic
We need a better method to solve this problem.
basic
I tried the usual method, but it didn't work this time.
natural
What's your method for remembering people's names?
natural
It's not the fastest method, but it's the most reliable.
natural