B1nounacademicwork
US/əˈproʊtʃ/
UK/əˈprəʊtʃ/
a way of dealing with a problem or doing something
In context
Our new teacher has a very different approach to grammar; she uses games instead of rules.
If shouting doesn't work, maybe we should try a gentler approach with the kids.
The company is taking a careful approach before opening shops in Hanoi.
Words that go with approach
noun + preposition
- approach toI like her approach to saving money: she plans every month.
verb + noun
- take an approachWe decided to take an approach that involves the whole team.
adjective + noun
- different approachLet's try a different approach if this one keeps failing.
- new approachThe school is testing a new approach to homework.
- practical approachShe has a practical approach to cooking: simple, fast and cheap.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
We need a new approach for this problem.Correct: We need a new approach to this problem.