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syntax

/ˈsɪn.tæks/

Translations

syntaxnoun

syntaxes

The syntax of a programming language defines its structure.

Синтаксис языка программирования определяет его структуру.

Synonyms

syntaxadjective

/ˈsɪn.tæks/

Used attributively before another noun (e.g., "syntax error").

syntaxnoun

The arrangement of words and phrases to create well-formed sentences in a language.

The syntax of the English language can be quite complex for non-native speakers.

A set of rules in a language that dictates how words from different parts of speech are put together to convey a complete thought.

Understanding the syntax of a programming language is crucial for writing effective code.

The branch of linguistics that studies the structure of sentences and the principles governing sentence formation.

Her research focuses on the syntax of Celtic languages.

syntaxadjective

Relating to or involving the rules of syntax; used before a noun to indicate a connection with sentence structure or coding grammar.

The compiler reported a syntax error in the code.