Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Material”
Physical things like cloth, wood, or plastic used to make something.
Word Family of Material
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- The designer chose silk as the material for the dress. B1
- What material is this table made from? A2
- The construction company needed more building material. B1
Origin and Word Formation of Material
From Latin 'materialis', meaning of matter; related to 'matter'.
Material science is an important field studying how different substances behave and can be used.
Common Word Form Mistakes with Material
Wrong: The material are very expensive.
Correct: The material is very expensive.
Material (singular) takes singular verb 'is', even though it refers to stuff.
Wrong: I need materials for make the poster.
Correct: I need materials to make the poster.
Use 'to' + infinitive (to make), not 'for' + gerund, in this context.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Material
What are the word forms of “material”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “material”?
“material” is primarily a noun. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Where does “material” come from?
From Latin 'materialis', meaning of matter; related to 'matter'.