nutritional - Master This Word
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nutritional Word Meanings
- related to the process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth
- pertaining to nutrients and their effects
- describing something beneficial for health
nutritional Example Sentences
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nutritional Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/njuˈtrɪʃənl/
US
/nuˈtrɪʃənl/
nutritional Word Etymology
nutrition (nutrire = to nourish) + al (pertaining to) → Latin → Old French → English. Imagine a bowl of colorful fruits and vegetables nourishing a person, emphasizing the importance of nutrition for health.
Note 1: These definitions and etymologies are not standard dictionary definitions, but extended explanations provided to help with memorization and understanding of the actual application of words. Through this background information, we strive to make words more vivid and easier to understand, and help you remember their meanings in real life.
Note 2: LexiTalk designs the learning flow around the linguistics principle of “Comprehensible Input.” When learners encounter material that is slightly above their level but still understandable from context, the brain naturally absorbs the language. That’s why we keep every word inside authentic contexts, using examples and associations to help you understand it and use it flexibly.
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Nutritional is an adjective related to nutrition and the nutrients the body needs for health and growth. It is commonly used to describe foods, diets, plans, or guidance intended to support well being. You might see phrases like nutritional label, nutritional plan for athletes, or nutritional value of a meal. In everyday English, nutritional emphasizes health benefits rather than flavor alone, and it often appears in medical, dietetic, or public health contexts. The root is nutrition, with the suffix -al forming an adjective that applies to things connected with nourishment.
Usage Reminders
- Remember: use before a noun (nutritional value), avoid mixing with 'very' for emphasis, contrast with 'nutritious' for flavor-focused praise, proximal collocations like 'nutritional guidelines', 'nutritional needs', 'nutritional information', check context for health vs. taste, and note that it’s more formal than everyday 'healthy'.
- Be aware of common misplacements: say 'nutritional value' not 'nutritious value'.
- Consider whether you mean the nutrients themselves (nutrients) or the process of nutrition (nutrition).
- Nutritional is not interchangeable with 'nutritive' in modern usage.
- In marketing or labeling, 'nutritional' often appears on product packages.
Common Misconceptions
- Nutritional = nutritious; they mean the same thing.
- Nutritional only describes foods, not plans or information.
- If something is nutritious, it automatically tastes good.
- Nutritional is interchangeable with nutrition.
- Nutritional labeling is optional and unimportant.
Thinking Differences
English speakers often pair nutritional with formal contexts like labels and guidelines; learners should avoid using it to describe taste and remember it is more about health effects than flavor.
Learning Tips
- Study common collocations (nutritional value, nutritional guidelines).
- Compare nutritional with nutritious to avoid taste confusion.
- Learn when to use nutritional vs diet-related terms.
- Practice with product labels and health plans.
- Watch for formal contexts (medical, public health).
- Create flashcards for 'nutritional needs' and 'nutritional information'.
5-Step Learning Method - Learn English in English
Step 1: Meaning
What is the meaning of the word 'nutritional'?
A.Relating to nuts
B.Inedible
C.Related to health
D.Colorful
Step 2: Usage
Which of the following sentences uses 'nutritional' correctly?
A.She wore a nutritional dress to the party.
B.I bought a nutritional book yesterday.
C.His car is nutritional and fast.
D.The nutritional value of fruits is beneficial to health.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which word is a synonym of 'nutritional'?
A.Harmful
B.Empty
C.Nutritious
D.Tasty
Step 4: Opposite Words
In what context would you use the word 'nutritional'?
A.Discussing sports
B.Talking about music
C.Describing fashion trends
D.Explaining healthy eating habits
Step 5: Mastery
Can you think of a situation where understanding 'nutritional' is important?
A.Discussing movie plots
B.Choosing a vacation destination
C.Planning a balanced diet
D.Learning a new language
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