Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Restructure”
To change how something is organized or arranged. You take it apart and put it back together in a better way.
Word Family of Restructure
What is the noun of restructure? — restructuring
What is the verb of restructure? — restructure
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- The company decided to restructure its entire management system. C1
- After the merger, they had to restructure the departments. C1
- Governments often restructure their economies during periods of reform. C1
Origin and Word Formation of Restructure
From 're-' (again) + 'structure' (arrangement/framework). 'Structure' comes from Latin 'structura' (building, framework). Entered English in late 19th century for organizational changes.
Common Word Form Mistakes with Restructure
Wrong: They restructures the work yesterday.
Correct: They restructured the work yesterday.
Use past tense form for past actions; do not add "-s" to the past tense.
Wrong: They restructures the work yesterday.
Correct: They restructured the work yesterday.
Use past tense form for past actions; do not add "-s" to the past tense.
Wrong: The restructuring will help to improve.
Correct: The restructuring will help improve operations. / The restructuring will be helpful.
The gerund 'restructuring' is a noun. Complete the thought with what improves.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Restructure
What are the word forms of “restructure”?
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 “restructure”?
“restructure” is primarily a verb. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Where does “restructure” come from?
From 're-' (again) + 'structure' (arrangement/framework). 'Structure' comes from Latin 'structura' (building, framework). Entered English in late 19th century for organizational changes.