syntax

noun
UK: /ˈsɪn.tæks/
US: /ˈsɪn.tæks/

  1. The way words are arranged to form sentences.

    1. The syntax is simple here, making it easy to read.
    2. The complex syntax of the poem made it difficult to understand its meaning.

  2. The set of rules that control the structure of a language.

    1. The syntax of programming languages must be precise.
    2. Understanding the syntax of a language is key to writing correct code.

Synonyms

grammar structure arrangement word order

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "syntax" in English means: The way words are arranged to form sentences., The set of rules that control the structure of a language..

The phonetic transcription of "syntax" is /ˈsɪn.tæks/ in British English and /ˈsɪn.tæks/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "syntax": grammar, structure, arrangement, word order.

Example usage of "syntax": "The syntax is simple here, making it easy to read.". More examples on the page.