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Definitions
01a specific method
B1 · Intermediate Countable noun Academic
n. a particular way of doing something, especially one that you need to learn or practice.
n. a systematic procedure or method by which a complex or scientific task is accomplished.
“The artist used a new technique to mix the paints for her latest landscape.”
“The researchers developed a novel technique for extracting DNA samples without damaging the surrounding tissue structure.”
Usage
Often used with the preposition 'for' followed by a gerund or 'of' followed by a noun.
02technical skill
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. the level of skill or practical ability you have in an activity like music, sport, or art.
n. the execution or performance of an artistic or physical task, often distinguished from intellectual or creative content.
“Her piano technique is excellent, but she needs to play with more feeling.”
“While the young striker possesses raw speed, his finishing technique requires significant refinement before he can compete at the professional level.”
Usage
Usually uncountable when referring to a person's general level of ability.
Synonyms
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “technique” in context.
Verb
01. apply technique
“Students should apply this technique to solve the math problems more quickly.”
verb + noun
02. combine technique
“The chef decided to combine several techniques to create a unique flavor.”
verb + noun
03. describe technique
“The manual will describe the technique used to assemble the furniture.”
verb + noun
04. develop technique
“Scientists are working hard to develop a new technique for water purification.”
verb + noun
Adjective
05. advanced technique
“The course covers advanced techniques for professional photography.”
adj + noun
06. agricultural technique
“Modern agricultural techniques have significantly increased crop yields.”
adj + noun
07. appropriate technique
“It is important to choose the most appropriate technique for each task.”
adj + noun
08. conventional technique
“Conventional techniques were not enough to fix the complex engine problem.”
adj + noun
09. effective technique
“Meditation is an effective technique for reducing daily stress.”
adj + noun
10. technique called
11. technique the team
12. techniques used
Real-World Examples
“The team’s geophysicists and soil scientists call this technique “soilsmology” and aim to finely map the world’s living soils.” “It’s a memory technique,” Watson explains to a confused onlooker.” “The expansion of this technique, referred to as triple-frac, comes as Chevron, the second-largest oil producer in the U.S., anticipates continued growth in its Permian output—the largest oilfield in the nation—despite a planned reduction in spending in the region.” “They call this technique SurfelGAN (surfel is an abbreviated term for “surface element,” while GAN stands for generative adversarial network, a machine learning term).” Etymology
Borrowed from French technique (“technicality; branch of knowledge”), noun use of technique (“technical”), from Ancient Greek τεχνικός (tekhnikós, “of or pertaining to art, artistic, skilful”), from τέχνη (tékhnē, “art, handicraft”). Doublet of technic.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
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- Common
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