planning
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈplænɪŋ/
KK: /ˈplænɪŋ/
noun
Definition
The process of making decisions about what to do in the future, including setting goals and creating steps to achieve them.
Example
Effective planning is essential for the success of any project.
Conversation
Hey, have you done any planning for the weekend trip yet?
Not really, I was hoping we could do that together.
Sounds good! I think we should start with some basic planning for the hotel and activities.
Definitely! That way we can make the most of our time there.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
strategy
design
scheme
Antonyms
disorganization
chaos
improvisation
verb
Definition
To make decisions about what to do in the future, often by organizing tasks or setting goals.
Example
She is planning a surprise party for her friend.
Tense Forms
Past: planned
Past Participle: planned
Conversation
Hey, are you planning anything fun for the weekend?
Not yet, but I was thinking about going hiking.
That sounds great! I love planning outdoor activities.
Root Explanation
Planning → It is formed from "plan" (from Old French *plan*, meaning a flat surface or a scheme) and "-ing" (a suffix used to form nouns indicating an action or process). The word "planning" refers to the process of making a scheme or arrangement.
Memory Tip
Think of creating a 'scheme' ('plan') and the '-ing' shows it's an ongoing action. This helps you remember that 'planning' is the process of making arrangements.
Visually Confused Words
panning
clanning
tanning
spaning
plating
pinning
penning
panting