estructura
nounCEFR B2High frequency
What does “estructura” mean in English?
1.structure, framework — the arrangement of parts that form a whole
structure, framework — the arrangement of parts that form a whole (estructura jerárquica/social; la estructura de un texto)
2.structure — the arrangement or organisation of parts into a whole; 'estructura organizativa/gramatical/social'
Example sentences
La estructura jerárquica de las grandes corporaciones dificulta la toma de decisiones ágil.
The hierarchical structure of large corporations makes agile decision-making difficult.
El ensayo carece de la estructura argumentativa necesaria para convencer al lector de la tesis propuesta.
The essay lacks the argumentative structure necessary to convince the reader of the proposed thesis.
Las medidas adoptadas no abordan las causas estructurales de la pobreza, solo sus síntomas superficiales.
The measures adopted do not address the structural causes of poverty, only its superficial symptoms.
How to use it
La estructura (noun, feminine) means 'structure, framework' — the arrangement of parts forming a whole. Core B2 collocations: estructura jerárquica/organizativa/social; la estructura de un texto/empresa; estructura de poder; cambiar/reforzar la estructura. The adjective is estructural. Distinguish from esquema (outline/diagram) and organización (organisation — the entity or act).
Common mistake
Estructural (adjective) means systemic/deep-rooted, not just physical. 'Structural unemployment' = desempleo estructural. Don't confuse estructura with infraestructura (infrastructure — physical). 'Structure of a text' = la estructura del texto.