anticipation
gb/æntˌɪsɪpˈeɪʃən/ us/æntˌɪsɪpˈeɪʃən/
B1
Angličtina
~ 7500
izgatott várakozás, feszült várakozás, valamire számítva, valamire készülve, várakozás, előrejelzés, megelőlegezés, előlegezés, anticipáció
PODSTATNÉ JMÉNO
B1
1
Vzorec užití:
anticipation of [something]
There was a buzz of anticipation in the room before the band came on stage.
Izgatott várakozás zsongása töltötte be a termet, mielőtt a zenekar színpadra lépett.
She waited in nervous anticipation for the exam results to appear on the screen.
Ideges, feszült várakozással figyelte, mikor jelennek meg a vizsgaeredmények a képernyőn.
The children watched the oven in eager anticipation as the cookies baked.
A tense anticipation filled the crowd as the final penalty kick was taken.
His announcement was met with great anticipation from both fans and critics.
Učební příklady
The students felt strong anticipation before the test.
A diákok erős izgatott várakozást éreztek a dolgozat előtt.
In great anticipation, we watched the door open.
Nagy izgalommal figyeltük, ahogy kinyílik az ajtó.
There was a feeling of anticipation before the game started.
She smiled with anticipation when she saw the gift.
He waited in quiet anticipation for her answer.
Častá chyba:
Learners sometimes use "anticipation" only for positive feelings. It can be positive, mixed, or nervous, but it usually includes some level of excitement or tension. For neutral or simple future fact, "expectation" may sound more natural.
Význam
excited feeling about the future
Kolokace
in anticipation
|with anticipation
|sense of anticipation
|eager anticipation
|tense anticipation
|filled with anticipation
Synonyma
expectancy (More formal and less emotional; focuses on the fact of expecting, not the excited feeling.)
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excitement (Stronger and more general; not always about something in the future.)
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suspense (Adds a feeling of uncertainty or tension about the outcome.)
Antonyma
dread (An intense fear about something in the future instead of a positive or mixed excitement.)
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indifference (A lack of interest or feeling about what will happen.)
Témata
emotions
|daily life
|entertainment
|core_vocabulary
Definice
A strong, often happy feeling when you are waiting for something to happen.
A strong feeling of excitement, nervousness, or pleasant tension while you are waiting for something to happen.
B2
2
Vzorec užití:
in anticipation of [something]
In anticipation of heavy traffic, we left the house an hour early.
A nagy forgalomra számítva egy órával korábban indultunk el otthonról.
The company increased its stock levels in anticipation of higher holiday demand.
A vállalat a várhatóan nagyobb ünnepi keresletre számítva növelte a készletszintjét.
Security was tightened in anticipation of the presidential visit.
They saved extra money in anticipation of possible medical bills.
Extra staff were hired in anticipation of the new store opening.
Učební příklady
We bought food in anticipation of the storm.
A viharra számítva élelmiszert vettünk.
She studied hard in anticipation of the exam.
A vizsgára készülve sokat tanult.
The city fixed the roads in anticipation of more cars.
He cooked extra rice in anticipation of more guests.
They closed the windows in anticipation of rain.
Častá chyba:
Learners sometimes say *"in the anticipation of"* instead of the usual fixed phrase "in anticipation of". Also, they may confuse this meaning with the emotional meaning; here the focus is on the action done early, not the feeling.
Význam
preparation before something expected
Kolokace
in anticipation of
|made in anticipation of
|plans in anticipation of
|act in anticipation of
|move in anticipation of
Synonyma
preparation (Very close in meaning; a more general word and does not always include the idea of expectation.)
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foresight (Focuses more on the ability to see what will happen, not on the specific action taken.)
Antonyma
reaction (An action taken after something happens, not before it.)
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improvisation (Doing something without planning or advance thought.)
Témata
business
|planning
|daily life
|daily_life
|core_vocabulary
Definice
An action you do early because you think something will happen later.
The act of doing something in advance because you expect a particular event or situation.
PODSTATNÉ JMÉNO
C1
FORMAL
3
várakozás
B2
előrejelzés
B2
Vzorec užití:
anticipation that [clause]
Investors bought the stock in anticipation that interest rates would fall.
A befektetők abban a várakozásban vásárolták a részvényt, hogy a kamatok csökkenni fognak.
The policy was designed in anticipation of rapid population growth.
A szakpolitikát a gyors népességnövekedés várható bekövetkezésére tekintettel alakították ki.
Contrary to anticipation, demand for the new product was weak.
Market anticipation of a recession pushed oil prices lower.
There is widespread anticipation that the court will overturn the decision.
Učební příklady
Many people saved money in anticipation that prices would rise.
Sokan pénzt takarítottak meg arra számítva, hogy emelkedni fognak az árak.
The team trained hard in anticipation that the game would be difficult.
A csapat keményen edzett arra számítva, hogy a mérkőzés nehéz lesz.
In anticipation that sales would drop, the company cut costs.
Scientists worked in anticipation that a new virus could appear.
The plan was made in anticipation that more students would join.
Častá chyba:
Learners often use this formal sense where simple "expectation" works better in everyday speech. Use "anticipation" in this way mainly in news, reports, or formal writing.
Význam
expectation that something will occur
Kolokace
market anticipation
|in anticipation that
|anticipation of demand
|contrary to anticipation
|public anticipation
Synonyma
expectation (Very close in meaning; more common and slightly less formal.)
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prediction (Focuses more on the act of forecasting, often using data or a model.)
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projection (Often used in business or finance for a numerical or detailed forecast.)
Antonyma
surprise (Something that happens without being expected or predicted.)
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unforeseen event (An event that was not anticipated or planned for.)
Témata
business
|science
|thinking
|core_vocabulary
Definice
A belief or guess that something will happen.
An expectation or prediction that a particular event, result, or situation will occur.
PODSTATNÉ JMÉNO
C2
TECHNICAL
4
Vzorec užití:
anticipation of [income/payment/taxes]
The city issued bonds in anticipation of future tax revenues.
A város kötvényeket bocsátott ki a jövőbeli adóbevételek megelőlegezésére.
An anticipation loan was arranged to cover operating costs until sales increased.
A működési költségek fedezésére a várható bevételt megelőlegező hitelt intéztek, amíg az értékesítés növekedni nem kezdett.
Interest received in anticipation of income must be reported to the tax authorities.
Učební příklady
The company took a loan in anticipation of future sales.
A vállalat a jövőbeli eladások megelőlegezésére hitelt vett fel.
The town borrowed money in anticipation of tax payments.
A város az adóbefizetések megelőlegezésére vett fel kölcsönt.
They received an advance in anticipation of next year’s income.
Význam
use of money before it is due
Kolokace
anticipation of income
|anticipation of taxes
|anticipation loan
|anticipation of revenue
Synonyma
advance (A general financial term for money paid or received before it is due; not limited to tax or income contexts.)
Antonyma
deferral (Delaying a payment or receipt of money until a later date.)
Témata
business
|finance
|law
Definice
In finance, getting or paying money before the normal time.
The use, collection, or payment of money, such as income, interest, or taxes, before the time at which it is normally due.
PODSTATNÉ JMÉNO
C1
TECHNICAL
5
előlegezés
C1
anticipáció
C2
The composer uses anticipation to create tension before the final cadence.
A zeneszerző előlegezést használ, hogy feszültséget teremtsen a záró kadencia előtt.
In this passage, the soprano line introduces an anticipation of the next chord.
Ebben a részletben a szoprán szólam a következő akkord egyik hangját előlegezi.
The teacher asked the students to identify each anticipation in the melody.
Učební příklady
The music student learned about anticipation in harmony class.
A zenét tanuló diák a harmóniaórán tanult az előlegezésről.
This song has a clear anticipation before the last chord.
Ebben a dalban az utolsó akkord előtt jól hallható egy előlegezés.
The anticipation makes the melody sound more exciting.
Význam
note sounded before its chord
Kolokace
use of anticipation
|melodic anticipation
|harmonic anticipation
Synonyma
nonchord tone (A broader technical term; an anticipation is one specific type of nonchord tone.)
Antonyma
chord tone (A note that fully belongs to the sounding chord and does not arrive early.)
Témata
music
|arts
|arts_entertainment
Definice
In music, a note that is played early, before the main chord that it is part of.
In music theory, a note that sounds before the chord to which it belongs, creating a brief dissonance until the rest of the chord arrives.
Gramatika
Slovníkový tvar
anticipation
IPA
GB/æntˌɪsɪpˈeɪʃən/
US/æntˌɪsɪpˈeɪʃən/
Slabiky a přízvuk
an - ti - cip - a - tion (5 slabik)
Stress on 4th syllable (a)
Tvary slova
Noun
- Base: anticipation
- Plural: anticipation, anticipations
Příbuzná slova
Forms
anticipations
noun
Core family
anticipate
verb B2
Related words
anticipatory
adjective
Negative and opposite forms
unanticipated
adjective
Výrazy
a sense of anticipation
1/ə sˈɛns əv æntˌɪsɪpˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
general feeling of excited expectation
A strong, shared feeling of excitement because something is going to happen soon.
Příklady
- There was a sense of anticipation in the air before the concert started.
- A sense of anticipation spread through the crowd as the lights went down.
build anticipation
1/bˈɪld æntˌɪsɪpˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
create or increase excited waiting
To make people feel more and more excited while they wait for something.
Příklady
- The trailer was designed to build anticipation for the new movie.
- Teaser photos on social media helped build anticipation before the product launch.
filled with anticipation
1/fˈɪld wˈɪθ æntˌɪsɪpˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
full of excited expectation
Having a very strong feeling of excitement while you wait for something.
Příklady
- The room was filled with anticipation before the results were announced.
- She was filled with anticipation as the plane began to land.
heighten anticipation
1/hˈaɪtən æntˌɪsɪpˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
make anticipation stronger
To make the feeling of excited waiting even stronger.
Příklady
- The long silence before the announcement only heightened the anticipation.
- Early reviews have heightened anticipation for the upcoming series.
in anticipation of
1/ˈɪn æntˌɪsɪpˈeɪʃən əv/
fixed phrase
before something happens, to prepare
Because you think something will happen, you do something before it happens.
Příklady
- They stocked up on food in anticipation of the storm.
- The company hired extra staff in anticipation of the busy holiday season.
- We left early in anticipation of heavy traffic.
tense anticipation
1/tˈɛns æntˌɪsɪpˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
nervous, anxious excited waiting
A strong, nervous feeling while you wait for something important or uncertain.
Příklady
- There was a moment of tense anticipation before the judge read the verdict.
- The crowd watched in tense anticipation as the climber reached for the final hold.
with anticipation
1/wˈɪθ æntˌɪsɪpˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
feeling excited while waiting
Feeling strong, often happy excitement while you wait for something.
Příklady
- The children watched with anticipation as the magician shuffled the cards.
- We waited with anticipation for the winner’s name to be called.
eager anticipation
1/ˈiɡɚ æntˌɪsɪpˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
Strong positive expectation
A feeling of great excitement and looking forward to something happening soon.
Příklady
- The crowd waited in eager anticipation for the show to start.
- The book was greeted with eager anticipation by fans around the world.
- He opened the letter in eager anticipation.
- The children waited in eager anticipation for the fireworks to start.