alignment
gb/əlˈaɪnmənt/ us/əlˈaɪnmənt/
B1
Angličtina
~ 7700
összhang, összehangoltság, beállítás, tartás, tengelyállás, igazítás, szövegigazítás, politikai irányultság, igazodás, fogak állása, harapás, jellem, együttállás, egy vonalba kerülés
PODSTATNÉ JMÉNO
B2
1
összhang
B1
Vzorec užití:
alignment of [something] with [something]
There is strong alignment between the company’s mission and its day‑to‑day decisions.
A vállalat küldetése és mindennapi döntései között erős összhang van.
We need better alignment of our marketing and sales strategies.
Jobb összhangra van szükség a marketing- és értékesítési stratégiáink között.
The project failed because there was no alignment between the team and senior leadership.
Her personal values are in clear alignment with the organization’s culture.
International alignment on climate policy is essential for real progress.
Učební příklady
There is good alignment between the team and the manager.
Jó az összhang a csapat és a vezető között.
We want alignment of our plans with the company’s goals.
Azt szeretnénk, hogy terveink összhangban legyenek a vállalat céljaival.
His ideas are not in alignment with our values.
The two companies worked to create alignment of their strategies.
Better alignment between schools and parents helps students.
Častá chyba:
Learners sometimes say *alignment to* instead of *alignment with*. In this sense, English normally uses *alignment with*: “alignment with our goals”, not “alignment to our goals.” Another common confusion is with *assignment*, which is unrelated and means a task or piece of work.
Význam
agreement or harmony of goals
Kolokace
strategic alignment
|alignment of goals
|alignment with values
|alignment of interests
|close alignment
|lack of alignment
Synonyma
agreement (General term; does not always suggest ongoing, structured cooperation the way “alignment” often does in business contexts.)
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harmony (Emphasizes smooth, peaceful relations more than shared strategy or structure.)
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consistency (Stresses being the same or not conflicting, rather than actively working together.)
Antonyma
misalignment (Direct opposite; ideas or actions do not match or support each other.)
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conflict (Highlights active opposition, not just a lack of agreement.)
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disconnect (Focuses on a gap or separation between ideas or groups.)
Témata
business
|politics
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
Definice
A situation where people or plans agree and move in the same direction.
The state of ideas, goals, or actions matching or supporting each other in a consistent way.
PODSTATNÉ JMÉNO
B2
2
Vzorec užití:
alignment of [part] with [part]
The mechanic checked the wheel alignment after replacing the tires.
A szerelő a gumik cseréje után ellenőrizte a futómű-beállítást.
Poor desk posture can cause bad spinal alignment over time.
A rossz ülő testtartás idővel helytelen gerinctartáshoz vezethet.
A slight misalignment of the camera lens can ruin the picture quality.
Yoga helps improve body alignment and balance.
The engineer adjusted the alignment of the two metal plates before welding them.
Učební příklady
The car shakes because the wheel alignment is bad.
Az autó ráz, mert rossz a futómű-beállítás.
Good spinal alignment is important for a healthy back.
A helyes gerinctartás fontos az egészséges hát szempontjából.
He fixed the alignment of the doors so they close smoothly.
The technician checked the alignment of the machine parts.
Exercise can help improve the alignment of your body.
Častá chyba:
Learners may use *line* instead of *alignment*, saying “the wheels are not in line” where “the wheels are out of alignment” is more natural in technical contexts. Also, *alignment* here is usually uncountable: we say “the alignment is off,” not “an alignment is off,” except in set phrases like “a wheel alignment.”
Význam
straight or correct physical position
Kolokace
wheel alignment
|spinal alignment
|proper alignment
|body alignment
|axle alignment
|correct alignment
Synonyma
positioning (General term for where things are placed; does not always imply straightness or correctness.)
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arrangement (Broader; may refer to overall layout, not specifically straight or technically correct placement.)
Antonyma
misalignment (Specific opposite; parts are not in the correct place or line.)
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displacement (Focuses on something being moved from its proper position.)
Témata
technology
|health
|daily life
|science
|core_vocabulary
Definice
The way parts of something are lined up or placed so they are correct and straight.
The position of parts of a system or body in a straight line or in the correct relative place to each other.
PODSTATNÉ JMÉNO
B1
TECHNICAL
3
igazítás
B2
Vzorec užití:
[choose/set/change] the alignment of [text/image]
Change the alignment of the heading to center so it looks more balanced.
Igazítsd középre a címsort, hogy kiegyensúlyozottabbnak tűnjön.
The designer adjusted the alignment of the logo with the text.
A tervező finomított a logó és a szöveg igazításán.
Make sure the alignment is set to left for body paragraphs.
The slide looks messy because the text alignment is inconsistent.
You can control image alignment from the formatting toolbar.
Učební příklady
Please set the text alignment to center.
Kérlek, állítsd a szöveg igazítását középre.
The title looks better with left alignment.
A cím balra igazítva jobban mutat.
He changed the alignment of the picture on the slide.
The page looks strange because the alignment is wrong.
We must check the alignment of all the headings.
Častá chyba:
Learners sometimes say *direction* instead of *alignment*, e.g. “change the direction of the text” when they mean “change the text alignment.” Also, in software menus the usual terms are “left alignment,” “right alignment,” or “center alignment,” not “left side text” or similar phrases.
Význam
positioning of text or images
Kolokace
left alignment
|right alignment
|center alignment
|text alignment
|page alignment
|justify alignment
Synonyma
justification (In word processing, often refers specifically to spacing lines so both margins are straight.)
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layout (Broader; covers overall page design, not just alignment.)
Antonyma
misalignment (Indicates elements are not lined up or placed as intended.)
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ragged text (Describes text edges that are not aligned in a straight line.)
Témata
technology
|media
|communication
|education
Definice
How text or pictures are placed on a page, for example to the left, right, or center.
The way text or images are positioned relative to the margins or each other on a page or screen.
PODSTATNÉ JMÉNO
C1
FORMAL
4
Vzorec užití:
alignment with [country/ideology/group]
The country’s alignment with the Western bloc has shaped its foreign policy for decades.
Az ország nyugati blokkhoz való igazodása évtizedek óta meghatározza a külpolitikáját.
There has been a clear shift in political alignment among young voters.
Egyértelmű elmozdulás történt a fiatal szavazók politikai irányultságában.
The treaty signaled a new military alignment in the region.
Some parties advocate closer alignment with the European Union.
During the Cold War, many nations tried to avoid alignment with either superpower.
Učební příklady
The new government wants closer alignment with Europe.
Az új kormány szorosabban szeretne igazodni Európához.
His political alignment is clearly to the left.
Politikai irányultsága egyértelműen baloldali.
Many countries changed their alignment after the war.
The party’s alignment with business interests angered some voters.
Some states chose non-alignment during the conflict.
Častá chyba:
Learners may confuse *alignment* with *alliance*. An *alliance* is usually a formal agreement, while *alignment* can be a broader or more informal political position or tendency.
Význam
political or international side chosen
Kolokace
political alignment
|military alignment
|ideological alignment
|alignment with the West
|non-alignment
|shift in alignment
Synonyma
alliance (Suggests a formal agreement or partnership, not just a general position or tendency.)
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orientation (Stresses general direction or tendency, sometimes less formal or explicit than *alignment*.)
Antonyma
nonalignment (Specifically refers to avoiding formal alignment with major power blocs.)
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opposition (Indicates active resistance rather than just a different position.)
Témata
politics
|international relations
|law
|relationships
Definice
The side or group that a country or party chooses to support in politics or world affairs.
A declared position of support for a particular country, bloc, or ideology in politics or international relations.
B2
TECHNICAL
5
fogak állása
B2
harapás
B2
Vzorec užití:
alignment of [someone’s] teeth
Braces are often used to correct the alignment of a child’s teeth.
A fogszabályzót gyakran használják arra, hogy korrigálják a gyerekek fogainak állását.
The dentist said my teeth alignment has improved a lot this year.
A fogorvos azt mondta, hogy idén sokat javult a fogaim állása.
Clear aligners can gradually change the alignment of your teeth without metal wires.
Poor alignment of the teeth can make chewing difficult.
She was unhappy with the alignment of her front teeth and visited an orthodontist.
Učební příklady
Braces can fix the alignment of your teeth.
A fogszabályzó korrigálhatja a fogaid állását.
My teeth alignment is not good, so I wear braces.
Nem jó a fogaim állása, ezért fogszabályzót viselek.
The dentist checked the alignment of my teeth.
He wants better alignment of his front teeth.
Good teeth alignment can improve your smile.
Častá chyba:
Learners may say *line* instead of *alignment*, for example, “My teeth are not in a good line.” The natural phrase is “My teeth alignment is not good” or “My teeth are not well aligned.”
Význam
straightness and position of teeth
Kolokace
teeth alignment
|dental alignment
|correct alignment
|poor alignment
|improve alignment
|fix alignment
Synonyma
occlusion (Specialist dental term for how the upper and lower teeth meet; more technical than *alignment*.)
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positioning (General term; does not specifically suggest straightness the way *alignment* does.)
Antonyma
malocclusion (Technical dental term for abnormal contact and poor alignment of teeth.)
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crowding (Refers to teeth being too close together and out of proper alignment.)
Témata
health
|medicine
|body
Definice
How straight and well‑placed the teeth are in the mouth.
The positioning and straightness of teeth in the jaw, especially in relation to how well they line up.
PODSTATNÉ JMÉNO
C1
TECHNICAL
6
jellem
B2
Vzorec užití:
[character] has a[n] [type] alignment
The game uses a classic nine‑point alignment system from lawful good to chaotic evil.
A játék a klasszikus kilencosztatú jellemrendszert használja, a törvényes jótól a kaotikus gonoszig.
Changing your alignment to evil will affect how non‑player characters react to you.
Ha gonoszra változtatod a karaktered jellemét, az befolyásolja, hogyan reagálnak rád a nem játékos karakterek.
His character’s alignment is chaotic neutral, so he often acts unpredictably.
The rules say that certain spells are only available to characters of good alignment.
Playing a character with a strict lawful alignment can be challenging but fun.
Učební příklady
In this game, every character has an alignment.
Ebben a játékban minden karakternek van jelleme.
Her character has a good alignment.
A karaktere jó jellemű.
He changed his alignment from neutral to evil.
The rules tell you how your alignment affects the story.
Your actions in the game can change your alignment.
Častá chyba:
Learners may misunderstand this as a general life term. In this sense, *alignment* is mostly limited to games and fantasy worlds, and usually has fixed categories like *lawful good* or *chaotic neutral*.
Význam
RPG moral/ethical category
Kolokace
good alignment
|evil alignment
|lawful alignment
|chaotic alignment
|change alignment
|alignment system
Synonyma
moral type (Informal description; not a fixed technical term, but explains the role of alignment.)
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ethic code (Describes guiding rules of behavior; *alignment* in games is usually simpler and more categorical.)
Antonyma
neutrality (In some game systems, being neutral is the opposite of having a clearly good or evil alignment.)
Témata
games
|fantasy
|arts_entertainment
|communication
Definice
In some games, a label like “good” or “evil” that shows how a character usually behaves.
In role‑playing games, a label that describes a character’s typical moral and ethical behavior, such as lawful good or chaotic evil.
PODSTATNÉ JMÉNO
C1
TECHNICAL
7
Vzorec užití:
alignment of [celestial bodies]
A rare planetary alignment will be visible just before dawn tomorrow.
Holnap hajnal előtt ritka bolygóegyüttállás lesz látható.
Some ancient monuments were built to mark the alignment of the sun and certain stars.
Néhány ókori emlékművet a Nap és bizonyos csillagok együttállásának jelzésére építettek.
The eclipse occurs when there is a precise alignment of the sun, moon, and Earth.
Astronomers are excited about the upcoming alignment of the outer planets.
The alignment of the moon and Jupiter created a striking view in the night sky.
Učební příklady
We can see a special planetary alignment tonight.
Ma este különleges bolygóegyüttállást láthatunk.
An eclipse needs a perfect alignment of the sun, moon, and Earth.
A napfogyatkozáshoz a Nap, a Hold és a Föld tökéletes egy vonalba kerülése szükséges.
The scientist talked about the alignment of the planets.
People watched the rare alignment in the sky.
The temple is built to show the alignment of the sun on certain days.
Častá chyba:
Learners may think this sense is metaphorical (as in “when everything is in alignment in my life”). Here it is literal: it describes the physical positions of objects in space.
Význam
celestial bodies in one line
Kolokace
planetary alignment
|rare alignment
|solar alignment
|lunar alignment
|perfect alignment
|celestial alignment
Synonyma
conjunction (Astronomy term; can refer more generally to bodies appearing close together, not always in a straight line.)
Antonyma
dispersal (Bodies appear spread out rather than collected in a line.)
Témata
science
|space
|nature
Definice
When the sun, moon, planets, or stars seem to be in a straight line in the sky.
The apparent arrangement of celestial bodies in a straight or nearly straight line as seen from a particular point in space.
Gramatika
Slovníkový tvar
alignment
IPA
GB/əlˈaɪnmənt/
US/əlˈaɪnmənt/
Slabiky a přízvuk
align - ment (2 slabiky)
Stress on 2nd syllable (ment)
Tvary slova
Noun
- Base: alignment
- Plural: alignment, alignments
Příbuzná slova
Forms
alignments
noun
Core family
align
verb B2
aligned
adjective
Related words
realign
verb
realignment
noun
Negative and opposite forms
misalign
verb
misalignment
noun
misaligned
adjective
unaligned
adjective
Výrazy
achieve alignment
1/ət͡ʃˈiv əlˈaɪnmənt/
fixed phrase
formal
successfully reach a matching state
To reach a situation where things agree or match as planned.
Příklady
- The merger will only work if we achieve alignment across all departments.
- The trainer helped her achieve alignment in her running form.
alignment of interests
1/əlˈaɪnmənt əv ˈɪntɚˌɛsts/
fixed phrase
formal
matching benefits or goals
A situation where what different people want or benefit from is the same.
Příklady
- The contract is designed to create alignment of interests between investors and management.
- A strong alignment of interests can make partnerships more stable.
bring into alignment
1/bɹˈɪŋ ˈɪntu əlˈaɪnmənt/
fixed phrase
make things match or agree
To make things agree, work together, or line up in the right way.
Příklady
- We need to bring our budget into alignment with our actual spending.
- The therapist helped him bring his posture into alignment.
come into alignment
1/kˈʌm ˈɪntu əlˈaɪnmənt/
fixed phrase
start to agree or line up
To begin to agree, fit together, or be in the right position.
Příklady
- Over time, their interests came into alignment.
- As the machine warmed up, the moving parts slowly came into alignment.
in alignment with
1/ˈɪn əlˈaɪnmənt wˈɪθ/
fixed phrase
in agreement or correct relation
Agreeing with something or matching it in an important way, or being in the right position with it.
Příklady
- Our plans are now in alignment with the company’s long‑term strategy.
- The holes in the metal plates must be in alignment with each other before you drill.
out of alignment
1/ˈaʊt əv əlˈaɪnmənt/
fixed phrase
not correctly positioned or matching
Not in the right position, or not matching or agreeing as it should.
Příklady
- The wheels are slightly out of alignment, which is why the car pulls to the left.
- Her ideas are out of alignment with the rest of the team.