noun · academic
infrastructure
UK/ˌɪn.frəˈstrʌk.tʃər/US/ˌɪn.frəˈstrʌk.tʃɚ/IN·fra·struc·ture
the basic physical systems and structures (roads, bridges, utilities) needed for a society or industry to operate
Examples
“The country needs to invest in infrastructure to support economic growth.”
“Poor infrastructure can slow down business and increase costs.”
“Transport infrastructure includes roads, bridges and rail links.”
Band 8 sentence
“Sustained investment in transport infrastructure is essential if regions are to attract long‑term business and skilled workers.”
Collocations
- public infrastructure
- infrastructure investment
Word family
Common mistakes
There are many infrastructures in the region.→There is not enough infrastructure in the region.
Infrastructure are important for economy.→Infrastructure is important for the economy.
Say it for a higher band
5building→6facilities→7+infrastructure
Synonyms
facilities
Easily confused
facilities
“The hospital has excellent facilities for patients.”
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