explosion
gb/ɪksplˈoʊʒən/ us/ɪksplˈoʊʒən/
B1
Angličtina
~ 9100
robbanás, robbanásszerű növekedés, megugrás, kitörés
PODSTATNÉ JMÉNO
B1
1
robbanás
A2
Vzorec užití:
an explosion at [a place]; an explosion of [gas/bomb]
The factory was destroyed by a huge explosion last night.
A gyárat tegnap éjjel hatalmas robbanás pusztította el.
Residents reported hearing a loud explosion followed by thick black smoke.
A lakók arról számoltak be, hogy hangos robbanást hallottak, amelyet sűrű fekete füst követett.
A gas leak caused the explosion in the apartment building.
The bomb squad carried out a controlled explosion in an empty field.
Windows shattered for blocks around because of the force of the explosion.
Učební příklady
There was a big explosion at the oil plant.
Nagy robbanás történt az olajipari üzemben.
People ran away when they heard the explosion.
Az emberek elmenekültek, amikor meghallották a robbanást.
The explosion broke all the windows in the house.
Firefighters arrived soon after the explosion.
No one was hurt in the small explosion.
Častá chyba:
Learners sometimes use "explosion" when they mean a simple noise, but it specifically suggests a violent burst with energy or damage, not just any loud sound. Also, remember it is countable: say "an explosion" or "several explosions," not just "explosion happened."
Význam
sudden violent blast or burst
Kolokace
a bomb explosion
|a gas explosion
|cause an explosion
|die in an explosion
|survive the explosion
|the force of the explosion
Synonyma
blast (Often a bit more informal and commonly used for explosions caused by bombs or accidents.)
Antonyma
implosion (Refers to something collapsing inward rather than bursting outward.)
Témata
safety
|crime
|science
|news
|core_vocabulary
Definice
A very fast and loud burst when something like a bomb or gas blows up and may cause damage.
A sudden and violent release of energy that creates a loud noise, shock wave, and often destruction, as from a bomb, gas leak, or similar cause.
PODSTATNÉ JMÉNO
B2
2
Vzorec užití:
an explosion in [activity/price/use]; an explosion of [growth/innovation]
The city has seen an explosion in housing prices over the last decade.
A városban az elmúlt évtizedben robbanásszerűen nőttek a lakásárak.
There has been an explosion of interest in renewable energy.
Robbanásszerűen megnőtt az érdeklődés a megújuló energia iránt.
The smartphone market experienced an explosion of growth in the early 2010s.
Experts warn that the population explosion will put pressure on resources.
Streaming services have led to an explosion of choice for viewers.
Učební příklady
There was an explosion in the use of mobile phones.
Robbanásszerűen elterjedt a mobiltelefonok használata.
The town saw an explosion of new shops last year.
Tavaly robbanásszerűen megnőtt az új üzletek száma a városban.
The internet has caused an explosion of information.
We are seeing an explosion in car sales this month.
The country is worried about a population explosion.
Častá chyba:
Learners sometimes confuse this metaphorical sense with the physical blast meaning and say things like "the population exploded" when a more natural phrase is "there was a population explosion" or "the population grew very fast." Use "explosion of/in" to talk about rapid increase in numbers or activity.
Význam
sudden major increase in something
Kolokace
population explosion
|an explosion in demand
|an explosion in prices
|an explosion of growth
|an explosion of new technology
|an explosion of online content
Synonyma
boom (Often used for strong economic or business growth and can sound slightly more positive.)
Antonyma
decline (Describes a steady decrease in amount or activity, the opposite of a sharp increase.)
Témata
economy
|society
|technology
|statistics
|core_vocabulary
|science
Definice
A sudden and very big growth in how much of something there is or how often it happens.
A very fast and large increase in the amount, number, or activity of something, often happening in a short period of time.
PODSTATNÉ JMÉNO
B2
3
kitörés
B2
Vzorec užití:
an explosion of [laughter/anger/emotion/sound]
Her sudden explosion of anger shocked everyone at the meeting.
A hirtelen dühkitörése mindenkit megdöbbentett a megbeszélésen.
The crowd responded with an explosion of applause and cheers.
A tömeg kitörő tapssal és éljenzéssel reagált.
His joke was followed by an explosion of laughter from the audience.
The room was silent, then there was an explosion of noise as the band began to play.
The painting is full of bright strokes, like an explosion of color on the canvas.
Učební příklady
There was an explosion of laughter when he fell off the chair.
Kitört a nevetés, amikor leesett a székről.
She had an explosion of anger and started to shout.
Kitört belőle a düh, és kiabálni kezdett.
The fans gave an explosion of cheers when the team scored.
The film ends with an explosion of music and light.
Spring brings an explosion of color to the garden.
Častá chyba:
Learners sometimes think this sense always involves physical destruction, but here it is about a strong and sudden emotional or sensory burst. Use it with abstract nouns like "laughter," "anger," "applause," or "color," not with physical objects like "table" or "car."
Význam
sudden burst of emotion or sound
Kolokace
an explosion of laughter
|an explosion of anger
|an explosion of applause
|an explosion of emotion
|an explosion of noise
|an explosion of cheers
Synonyma
outburst (Very close in meaning, but often focuses more specifically on emotion, especially anger.)
Antonyma
calmness (Suggests a quiet, controlled state without sudden strong emotion or noise.)
Témata
emotions
|communication
|social
Definice
A quick and very strong burst of feeling, noise, or action that happens suddenly.
A sudden and very strong release of emotion, sound, or activity, often happening all at once and lasting a short time.
Gramatika
Slovníkový tvar
explosion
IPA
GB/ɪksplˈoʊʒən/
US/ɪksplˈoʊʒən/
Slabiky a přízvuk
ex - plo - sion (3 slabiky)
Stress on 2nd syllable (plo)
Tvary slova
Noun
- Base: explosion
- Plural: explosions
Příbuzná slova
Forms
explosions
noun
Core family
Advanced or less common
explosiveness
noun
implosion
noun
implode
verb
Výrazy
an explosion of anger
1/ən ɪksplˈoʊʒən əv ˈæŋɡɚ/
fixed phrase
sudden strong anger outburst
A moment when someone suddenly becomes very angry and shows it strongly.
Příklady
- After staying quiet for hours, he had an explosion of anger and started shouting.
- Her explosion of anger surprised her friends, who had never seen her so upset.
an explosion of color
1/ən ɪksplˈoʊʒən əv kˈʌlɚ/
fixed phrase
sudden burst of bright colors
A view where many bright colors appear suddenly and strongly, often in nature or art.
Příklady
- In spring the garden becomes an explosion of color.
- The fireworks created an explosion of color in the night sky.
an explosion of growth
1/ən ɪksplˈoʊʒən əv ɡɹˈoʊθ/
fixed phrase
period of very fast growth
A time when something grows or increases very quickly and by a large amount.
Příklady
- The company experienced an explosion of growth after launching its new app.
- Experts predict an explosion of growth in the clean energy sector.
an explosion of interest
1/ən ɪksplˈoʊʒən əv ˈɪntɚˌɛst/
fixed phrase
sudden big rise in interest
A time when many more people quickly become interested in something.
Příklady
- There has been an explosion of interest in learning to code.
- The documentary led to an explosion of interest in the history of the city.
an explosion of laughter
1/ən ɪksplˈoʊʒən əv lˈæftɚ/
fixed phrase
sudden loud burst of laughter
A moment when people suddenly start to laugh very loudly and strongly.
Příklady
- His silly comment caused an explosion of laughter in the classroom.
- The audience broke into an explosion of laughter at the end of the joke.
explosion in demand
1/ɪksplˈoʊʒən ˈɪn dɪmˈænd/
fixed phrase
sharp rise in demand
A time when many more people suddenly want to buy or use a product or service.
Příklady
- There has been an explosion in demand for electric cars.
- After the TV show, the company saw an explosion in demand for its products.
population explosion
1/pˌɑpjəlˈeɪʃən ɪksplˈoʊʒən/
fixed phrase
very fast population growth
A time when the number of people in a place or in the world grows very fast in a short period.
Příklady
- The government is worried about the population explosion in major cities.
- Improved healthcare has contributed to the population explosion in the region.