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constitutes to
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
"constitutes to" is not a correct or commonly used phrase in English.
The correct phrase is "consists of" or "contributes to." Example: The team's effort constitutes to their success. Corrected: The team's effort contributes to their success.
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Exact Expressions
22 human-written examples
The course applied a PBL approach in the teaching and learning process, with PBL component constitutes to approximately 30% from the total course assessment.
It constitutes to our knowledge the first report describing soil bacterial communities in association with cassava growth in the country, using molecular tools.
Science
The results indicate that the novel hybrid channel design yields the best performance as it constitutes to a lower pumping power and good thermal, water and gas management as compared to conventional channels.
Science
(Before you say it: yes, this column loves the counterintuitive, too). One example: I enjoyed Adam Grant's widely publicised new book Give And Take, on how being limitlessly generous to others constitutes – to quote the subtitle – a "revolutionary approach to success".
News & Media
However, these were counterbalanced by the multicenter design of our study and the number of patients included which constitutes to date the largest study on the subset of postsurgical patients.
Science
That constitutes to a severe bar on the readiness to learn".
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Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
38 human-written examples
We are not constituted to resist concluding.
News & Media
Regulators are constituted to be "light touch" and poorly resourced.
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The National Assembly is constituted to initiate and pass legislation.
Encyclopedias
Chym. 2. To constitute; to make as a first principle.
Academia
But the fact is, not every firm is well constituted to be a revolutionary.
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Avoid using the phrase "constitutes to" in your writing. Opt for grammatically correct alternatives such as "contributes to" or "consists of" to ensure clarity and accuracy.
Common error
The error in "constitutes to" lies in the incorrect use of the preposition. "Constitute" typically doesn't require a preposition or is followed by "of" when indicating composition.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "constitutes to" is an incorrect attempt to express composition or contribution. Grammatically, "constitutes" doesn't require the preposition "to". Ludwig AI flags this as incorrect, suggesting alternatives like "consists of" or "contributes to".
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "constitutes to" is grammatically incorrect and should be avoided. Ludwig AI identifies this error and recommends using alternatives such as "contributes to" or "consists of", depending on the intended meaning. Given its incorrectness, this phrase is unsuitable for formal, professional, or even neutral writing contexts. When aiming to express composition or contribution, ensure the accurate use of "constitutes", "consists of", or other appropriate alternatives.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
contributes to
This alternative emphasizes the idea of adding to or being a factor in something.
consists of
This alternative highlights the components or elements that make up a whole.
is composed of
Similar to "consists of", this emphasizes the composition or makeup of something.
amounts to
This suggests a total or equivalent value or quantity.
represents
This highlights that something stands for or symbolizes something else.
forms a part of
This indicates that something is one element within a larger entity.
makes up
This signifies the components that combine to create something.
is equivalent to
This suggests that two things have the same value or meaning.
plays a role in
This highlights the involvement or influence of something in a process or outcome.
accounts for
This emphasizes the portion or percentage that something contributes to a total.
FAQs
What is the correct way to use "constitute" in a sentence?
The verb "constitute" means to compose or form. It's correctly used as in "These elements "constitute the whole"" or "This action "constitutes a violation"".
What are some alternatives to the phrase "constitutes to"?
Instead of "constitutes to", you can use phrases like "contributes to", "consists of", or "is composed of" depending on the intended meaning.
Is "constitutes to" grammatically correct?
No, "constitutes to" is not grammatically correct. The correct usage is "constitutes" or, when indicating composition, "consists of".
How does the meaning change when using "constitutes" versus "consists of"?
"Constitute" means to make up or form something like "These laws "constitute the legal framework"". "Consists of" indicates what something is composed of, such as "The team "consists of five members"".
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
60%
Authority and reliability
1.5/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested