Words / B1

s-uh-LOOSHUN/səˈluːʃn/

A solution is a way of solving a problem. Find a solution; a solution to the problem (not “of” in this meaning). Answer is for a question; solution is for a difficulty. Solve is the verb. Solution can also mean liquid in science — ignore that at B1 unless you need it.

Meaning

A way of solving a problem.

Examples

• “We need a solution that works for everyone.”
• “We still do not have a solution to the housing shortage.”
• “Working from home was a simple solution.”

Good to know

a solution to + problem. Verb: solve. Questions: answer.

Near in meaning

answer

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