consist of several parts

Meaning

This expression is used to describe something that is made up of, or composed of, multiple different sections, steps, or components. It is a neutral, clear way to explain the structure of an object, a process, or an organization.

Examples

• The job interview will consist of several parts, including a practical test.

  The job interview will consist of several parts, including a practical test.

• This furniture assembly project consists of several parts, so please read the manual first.

  This furniture assembly project consists of several parts, so please read the manual first.

• Our training program consists of several parts designed to build your confidence.

  Our training program consists of several parts designed to build your confidence.

• The final exam consists of several parts, starting with a multiple-choice section.

  The final exam consists of several parts, starting with a multiple-choice section.

• A healthy lifestyle consists of several parts, not just regular exercise.

  A healthy lifestyle consists of several parts, not just regular exercise.

Common Mistakes

• ✗ The book consists in several parts.

  ✓ The book consists of several parts.

  Learners often confuse the preposition. Use 'consist of' to describe components, while 'consist in' means 'to have something as its main feature'.

• ✗ The machine is consisted of several parts.

  ✓ The machine consists of several parts.

  'Consist' is an active verb and should not be used in the passive voice.

Related Expressions

Practice

• The English test will ___: reading, writing, and listening.

  💡 Use the phrase meaning 'be made up of multiple sections'.

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  consist of several parts

• A good business plan should ___ to cover all aspects of the launch.

  💡 Phrase meaning 'have multiple different components'.

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  consist of several parts