noun · neutral
platform
UK/ˈplæt.fɔːm/US/ˈplæt.fɔrm/PLAT·form
an online system or service where users interact, share content, or access tools
Examples
“Many tutors now teach on an online platform that includes video lessons and quizzes.”
“The company launched a platform for small businesses to sell handmade products.”
“Students can access course materials through the university's learning platform.”
Band 8 sentence
“I prefer using platforms that integrate communication, payments and analytics because they simplify the whole process of selling digital courses.”
Collocations
- e-learning platform
- launch a platform
- platform for
Word family
Common mistakes
I use platform to sell my products.→I use a platform to sell my products.
I made a platform for my business.→I launched/created a platform for my business.
Say it for a higher band
5site→6website→7+platform
Synonyms
portal
site
Easily confused
portal
“Students log into the university portal to submit assignments.”
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