mechanics

noun
UK: /mɪˈkænɪks/
US: /məˈkænɪks/

  1. The science that deals with movement and forces.

    1. The basics of mechanics are important for engineers.
    2. She studied quantum mechanics to understand the universe's fundamental forces.

  2. The way something works or is done.

    1. I don't understand the mechanics of this machine.
    2. The mechanics of the voting system needs improvement for fair elections.

  3. The practical skills or techniques of something.

    1. The band has great songs but needs to improve their mechanics.
    2. He focused on the mechanics of writing to improve his novel's style.

Synonyms

physics operation technique method process working
mechanics adjective

  1. Relating to machines or their operation.

    1. The mechanic shop fixed all mechanics part of the car.
    2. He has great knowledge in the mechanics field because of his experience.
mechanics plural-noun

  1. A set of rules governing a formal process.

    1. The game mechanics felt unfair, hindering player experience.
    2. Effective game mechanics are vital to make a game enjoyable to the public.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "mechanics" in English means: The science that deals with movement and forces., The way something works or is done., The practical skills or techniques of something..

The phonetic transcription of "mechanics" is /mɪˈkænɪks/ in British English and /məˈkænɪks/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "mechanics": physics, operation, technique, method, process, working.

Example usage of "mechanics": "The basics of mechanics are important for engineers.". More examples on the page.