element
Translation
element, component, part, factor
Examples
Trust is a key element of friendship.
Trust is a key element of friendship.
Water is composed of the elements hydrogen and oxygen.
Water is composed of the elements hydrogen and oxygen.
She was in her element on the stage.
She was in her element on the stage.
Grammar Patterns
an element of ((sth.)) a part or aspect of sth. There is an element of risk in the plan.
in one's element in a situation one enjoys and is good at He is in his element when cooking.
Similar Words
Synonyms: component, part, factor, ingredient
Etymology
From Latin 'elementum', meaning 'rudiment' or 'first principle'.
Memory Tips
Think of the periodic table of elements, which lists the basic chemical building blocks of matter.