The English word Conflict can be used as both a noun (a serious disagreement or argument) and a verb (to be incompatible or at variance).
Here's how to use "conflict" correctly in sentences, with examples for each form:
1. Conflict as a Noun (N)
As a noun, "conflict" typically refers to a struggle, clash, or serious disagreement. It can be countable (e.g., a conflict) or uncountable (e.g., interpersonal conflict).
A. General Disagreement / Argument
| Role | Example Sentence | Explanation | 
| Countable (A conflict) | We had a major conflict over the budget. | Refers to one specific argument or disagreement. | 
| Uncountable (Conflict) | The company is struggling to manage workplace conflict. | Refers to a general state of disagreement or tension. | 
| Plural (Conflicts) | The politician's actions led to numerous ethical conflicts. | Refers to multiple instances of disagreement or clash of interests. | 
B. War or Armed Struggle
| Role | Example Sentence | Explanation | 
| Countable | The decade-long conflict finally came to an end. | Refers to a war or extended armed confrontation. | 
C. Internal Struggle (Inner Conflict)
| Role | Example Sentence | Explanation | 
| Fixed Phrase | She felt an inner conflict between her loyalty to her family and her desire for independence. | Refers to a psychological struggle between opposing feelings or drives. | 
2. Conflict as a Verb (V)
As a verb, "conflict" (usually used with with) means to clash, be inconsistent, or be in strong opposition.
A. To be Incompatible or at Variance (Conflict with)
| Example Sentence | Explanation | 
| The new data conflicts with the previous findings. | The new data is inconsistent with or contradicts the old findings. | 
| His actions conflicted with his stated values. | His actions were in opposition to his stated values. | 
| Their schedules conflict, so they can't meet. | Their schedules are incompatible or overlap, making a meeting impossible. | 
Note on Usage: The verb form "conflict" is much less common than the noun form. The noun is pronounced CON-flict, while the verb is often pronounced con-FLICT.
0 件のコメント:
コメントを投稿