architecture

Meanings

• noun

  The art and science of planning, designing, and constructing buildings and other physical structures.

• noun

  A plan for arranging elements in a systematic and efficient way.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈɑɹkɪtɛktʃɚ/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with architecture
structure , utility , mixture , construction

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Variants

List of all variants of architecture that leads to same result
architecture , architectures , Norman architecture , Norman architectures , landscape architect , landscape architects , landscape architecture , landscape architectures , marine architect , marine architects , marine architecture

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Etymology

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From the Greek arkhitekton, meaning 'chief builder', from arkhos 'chief' + tekton 'builder'.

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Trivia

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1. The tallest building in the world, the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, is approximately 828 meters tall.

2. The Colosseum in Rome, Italy, is one of the most famous ancient architectural structures and was completed in 80 AD.

3. The term 'architect' comes from the Greek word arkhitekton, which means 'chief builder'.

4. The first known use of the term 'architecture' in English was in the 14th century.

5. The Parthenon in Athens, Greece, is considered one of the greatest works of classical architecture.

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Related Concepts

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1. Urban Planning: The process of designing and managing the built environment, including land use, transportation, and infrastructure.

2. Engineering: The application of science, mathematics, and technology to design, build, and maintain structures and systems.

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Culture

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Architecture has been an integral part of human civilization since ancient times. It reflects the cultural, social, and economic conditions of different eras. Architectural styles have evolved over time, from ancient Greek and Roman architecture to Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, Modernist, and Contemporary styles.

How to Memorize "architecture"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a blueprint or a set of plans for a building.
   - Visualize the different elements of the architecture, such as columns, arches, and roofs.
   - Imagine the architecture in different settings, such as a cityscape or a rural landscape.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term 'architecture' with 'design' or 'construction'.
   - Think of famous architects, such as Frank Lloyd Wright or Le Corbusier, and their iconic buildings.
   - Associate architecture with the feeling of stability and order.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'BIG' to remember the key elements of architecture: Buildings, Innovation, and Growth.
   - Create a mental image of a building with intricate details to help remember the definition of architecture.

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