CEFR B1

classify

verb

Meaning

To arrange or organize things into groups based on similar qualities.

Examples

Scientists classify living organisms into kingdoms, phyla, classes, orders, families, genera, and species.
The teacher asked the students to classify the different types of rocks based on their texture and composition.

Synonyms: sort, categorize, organize, group

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classify (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈklæsɪfaɪ/

Definition

To arrange or organize things into groups based on similar qualities.

Examples

Scientists classify living organisms into kingdoms, phyla, classes, orders, families, genera, and species.
The teacher asked the students to classify the different types of rocks based on their texture and composition.
It's important to classify your expenses to understand where your money is going.

How to Use classify

classify as (prepositional phrase): To assign something to a particular category. — "The museum decided to classify the artifact as a historical treasure."
classify into (prepositional phrase): To divide something into specific groups or categories. — "Biologists classify animals into different phyla based on their body structure."

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