environment
Translation
environment, surroundings
Examples
We must protect the natural environment.
We must protect the natural environment.
The company has a friendly work environment.
The company has a friendly work environment.
Grammar Patterns
((the environment)) the natural world We must protect the natural environment.
((a/an ... environment)) the conditions in which you live or work The company has a friendly work environment.
Similar Words
Synonyms: surroundings, setting, atmosphere, habitat
Etymology
From French 'environnement', from 'environner' (to surround), from 'environ' (around). The root 'viron' means 'to turn'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'environ' which means 'around'. The 'environment' is everything that is around you.