Vzorec užití:
a [firework]; [someone] sets off [fireworks]
People were setting off fireworks in the street after the team won.
Az emberek tűzijátékokat lőttek fel az utcán, miután a csapat nyert.
The child covered his ears when the firework exploded overhead.
A gyerek befogta a fülét, amikor a tűzijáték felrobbant a feje fölött.
She bought a box of fireworks for the New Year's party.
The last firework burst into a huge golden star in the sky.
Učební příklady
We watched the fireworks in the dark sky.
Néztük a tűzijátékokat a sötét égen.
He lit the firework and ran back quickly.
Meggyújtotta a tűzijátékot, és gyorsan hátraszaladt.
They used many red and green fireworks at the festival.
This firework is very loud, so be careful.
Častá chyba:
Learners sometimes confuse "firework" with "fireplace" or "fire alarm" because all have the word "fire". "Firework" is only for the colorful things that explode for fun.
Význam
explosive device for colored displays
Kolokace
set off fireworks
|let off fireworks
|firework display
|firework show
|firework safety
|firework factory
Synonyma
firecracker (Usually smaller and used mainly for loud bangs rather than colorful displays in the sky.)
Antonyma
dud (An explosive device that fails to go off, so it does not produce light or sound as a firework should.)
Témata
celebrations
|leisure
|daily life
|arts_entertainment
|daily_life
Definice
A small thing that explodes in the sky and makes bright lights and loud sounds for fun, usually at parties or festivals.
A small explosive object containing chemicals that burn with bright colors, flashes, and noises, used for entertainment, especially in celebrations.
Vzorec užití:
a [firework] display; watch the [fireworks]
We went to the river to watch the fireworks after the concert.
Elmentünk a folyóhoz, hogy a koncert után megnézzük a tűzijátékot.
The city's New Year's fireworks could be seen from kilometers away.
A város újévi tűzijátéka kilométerekről is látszott.
Thousands of people gathered in the park for the fireworks.
The fireworks over the harbor lasted almost half an hour.
Učební příklady
We will see the fireworks tonight.
Ma este megnézzük a tűzijátékot.
The town has fireworks every New Year.
A városban minden újévkor van tűzijáték.
Many people came to watch the fireworks in the park.
They canceled the fireworks because of the storm.
Častá chyba:
Learners sometimes say "I like to see firework" when they mean the whole show. In this sense, use the plural or an event word: "I like to see fireworks" or "I like the fireworks display."
Význam
public show using many fireworks
Kolokace
watch the fireworks
|New Year's fireworks
|Independence Day fireworks
|a big fireworks display
|see the fireworks
|city fireworks
Synonyma
fireworks display (A more explicit phrase that clearly emphasizes the organized show aspect rather than individual devices.)
Antonyma
quiet evening (Describes a calm time without loud public celebrations or bright displays.)
Témata
celebrations
|leisure
|tourism
|arts_entertainment
|daily_life
Definice
A public show where people set off many fireworks for others to watch.
An organized event or show in which many fireworks are set off as entertainment for an audience.
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Vzorec užití:
there are [fireworks]; expect [fireworks]
There were fireworks at the meeting when the budget cuts were announced.
Nagy balhé volt a megbeszélésen, amikor bejelentették a költségvetési megszorításokat.
If he finds out you lied, there will be fireworks.
Ha megtudja, hogy hazudtál, nagy balhé lesz.
The debate started politely but soon turned into political fireworks.
You could feel the emotional fireworks when the two ex‑partners met again.
Učební příklady
There were fireworks when the boss heard the news.
Nagy balhé lett, amikor a főnök meghallotta a hírt.
If she sees this mess, there will be fireworks.
Ha meglátja ezt a rendetlenséget, nagy balhé lesz.
The talk was calm at first, but then there were fireworks.
He enjoys watching the fireworks when other people fight.
Častá chyba:
Learners sometimes think this always means real fireworks in the sky. In informal English, "fireworks" can also mean strong anger or argument, especially in phrases like "there were fireworks" or "there will be fireworks."
Význam
loud, angry argument or trouble
Kolokace
there were fireworks
|expect fireworks
|cause fireworks
|political fireworks
|emotional fireworks
|fireworks at the meeting
Synonyma
outburst (Focuses more on a sudden release of emotion, not always involving a two‑way argument.)
Antonyma
calm discussion (Emphasizes a quiet, controlled conversation without anger or shouting.)
Témata
emotions
|relationships
|work
|communication
Definice
A time when people suddenly get very angry and shout or argue a lot.
An occasion of strong, often noisy anger or conflict between people, especially when it is sudden or dramatic.
Vzorec užití:
[adjective] fireworks; a display of [fireworks]
The play had plenty of verbal fireworks but not much story.
A darabban bőven volt nyelvi sziporkázás, de történet alig.
The pianist's performance was full of musical fireworks.
A zongorista előadása tele volt zenei bravúrokkal.
The debate promised intellectual fireworks but was actually rather slow.
The comedian delivered an hour of comic fireworks that kept everyone laughing.
Učební příklady
The singer's show was all fireworks and big dances.
Az énekes műsora csupa látványos elem és nagy táncbetét volt.
The movie has some visual fireworks but a weak story.
A filmben vannak látványos vizuális megoldások, de a története gyenge.
His talk had no fireworks, but the ideas were good.
Fans want more fireworks from the team this season.
Častá chyba:
Learners may confuse this figurative sense with the physical fireworks in the sky. When used with words like "verbal," "intellectual," or "musical," it usually means an exciting or very strong performance, not real explosions.
Význam
brilliant or flashy display of skill
Kolokace
verbal fireworks
|intellectual fireworks
|musical fireworks
|comic fireworks
|fireworks on stage
Synonyma
showmanship (Stresses the performer’s skill in entertaining an audience, not just the intensity or brilliance of the performance.)
Antonyma
dullness (Suggests a lack of excitement, energy, or interesting ideas.)
Témata
art
|communication
|emotions
|arts_entertainment
|education
Definice
A very exciting and showy performance or use of skill that makes people say "wow."
A highly impressive, energetic, or showy display of skill, creativity, or style, especially in art, music, or speaking.