This word describes planned work with an intended result.

The idea

project is a countable noun; its plural is projects.

Examples

  • Our project will create a community garden.
  • The project began with a simple plan.
  • They discussed the project at lunch.
  • This project needs more time.
  • Two projects received funding today.
  • We hope to finish the project in June.

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Watch out

A project is the planned work, not just the plan for it.

Try it yourself

  1. Choose the correct word. Their ___ aims to restore the old park. (project / interview)

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    project

    project: This word describes planned work with an intended result.

  2. Choose the correct word. The council approved three ___. (projects / project)

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    projects

    projects is the plural needed after the number.

  3. Choose the correct word. We plan to ___ the project next spring. (complete / wear)

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    complete

    complete means bring the planned work to an end.

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