mode
Translation
mode, manner, way, fashion
Examples
The phone is in silent mode.
The phone is in silent mode.
This is a new mode of transport.
This is a new mode of transport.
She is always in work mode.
She is always in work mode.
That style of dress is the latest mode.
That style of dress is the latest mode.
Grammar Patterns
in ((...)) mode in a particular state The phone is in silent mode.
a mode of ((sth.)) a way or manner of doing sth. This is a new mode of transport.
Similar Words
Synonyms: manner, way, style, fashion, method
Etymology
From Latin 'modus' meaning 'measure, manner, way'.
Memory Tips
Think of a TV remote with different modes: TV, Game, etc. Each 'mode' is a different way of operating.