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The lesson introduced the concept of balance.
What does Concept mean?
A concept is an idea you understand.
Dictionary definition
A general idea or understanding about something.
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Concept in a sentence
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She explained the concept with an example.
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Strong writers connect each concept to clear evidence.
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Practice 1
What does concept mean?
Concept means a general idea or understanding about something.
Practice 2
Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to concept?
Idea is close in meaning to concept in this context.
Practice 3
Which word or phrase is a good contrast to concept?
Fact gives a useful opposite or contrast to concept.
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kon · sept · strongest beat: kon
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MeaningConcept means A concept is an idea you understand.
ExampleExample: The lesson introduced the concept of balance.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- kon · sept
- Strongest beat
- kon
- Ending
- sept
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on kon.
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Word family
Concept word family
Base word
concept
adjective
conceptual
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Hint for students
A concept is an idea that helps you understand a topic.
Common mix-up
Concept is not the same as fact. A fact is one true detail; a concept is a bigger idea that connects details.
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Write one sentence that shows concept without using the word concept. Example: The idea of fairness helped us understand why the rules should apply to everyone. Clue words: idea of fairness, understand, rules Now try your own sentence. Ask: Does my sentence show an idea that helps explain a topic?
Teacher prompt
Ask students to explain this model sentence: "Fractions are an important math concept." Why does concept fit better than object?
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