proof
gb/pɹˈuf/ us/pɹˈuf/
B1
Angličtina
~ 2800
bizonyíték, igazolás, korrektúrapéldány, levonat, próbanyomat, alkoholfok, proof, bizonyítás, levezetés
PODSTATNÉ JMÉNO
B1
1
bizonyíték
B1
igazolás
B1
Vzorec užití:
[proof] of [something]
The scientist provided proof that the new drug was effective.
A kutató bizonyítékot szolgáltatott arra, hogy az új gyógyszer hatásos.
Do you have any proof of your address?
Van valamilyen igazolásod a lakcímedről?
Her fingerprints were the proof the police needed.
We finally found proof that the story was true.
Učební příklady
I need proof of your name.
Szükségem van a neved igazolására.
The photo is proof that we were there.
A fénykép bizonyíték arra, hogy ott voltunk.
He showed me proof that he paid.
They have proof of his age.
Častá chyba:
Learners sometimes confuse 'proof' with 'prove'. 'Proof' is a noun; 'prove' is a verb meaning to show something is true.
Význam
evidence showing truth
Kolokace
clear proof
|hard proof
|proof of identity
|proof beyond doubt
|lack of proof
Synonyma
evidence (A broader term for anything that can support a claim, not always conclusive.)
Antonyma
disproof (Evidence or argument that shows something is false.)
Témata
law
|science
|daily life
|communication
Definice
Information or facts that show something is true.
Information, facts, or evidence that demonstrate something is true or correct.
PODSTATNÉ JMÉNO
B2
TECHNICAL
2
The editor reviewed the proof and marked several mistakes.
A szerkesztő átnézte a korrektúrapéldányt, és több hibát is megjelölt.
Please send me a proof before printing the invitations.
Kérlek, küldj egy próbanyomatot a meghívók nyomtatása előtt.
The book went through three proofs before publication.
Učební příklady
We read the proof before printing.
Átolvastuk a korrektúrapéldányt nyomtatás előtt.
The proof had two mistakes.
A korrektúrapéldányban két hiba volt.
She sent me a proof of the poster.
Význam
test print before final
Kolokace
proof copy
|galley proof
|page proof
Synonyma
draft (A preliminary version, not necessarily printed.)
Antonyma
final copy (The completed and approved version for release.)
Témata
publishing
|printing
|work
|arts_entertainment
Definice
A test copy of writing or pictures made before the final version.
A trial version of printed material made to check for errors before final printing.
PODSTATNÉ JMÉNO
B2
TECHNICAL
3
alkoholfok
B2
proof
C2
This bottle contains 80-proof vodka.
Ebben az üvegben 80 proofos, vagyis 40%-os alkoholtartalmú vodka van.
The rum is 100-proof, so drink carefully.
A rum 100 proofos, vagyis 50%-os alkoholtartalmú, ezért óvatosan igyál belőle.
In the US, 50% alcohol by volume equals 100 proof.
Učební příklady
This drink is 80 proof.
Ez az ital 80 proofos, vagyis 40%-os.
That whiskey is 100 proof.
Az a whiskey 100 proofos, vagyis 50%-os.
Proof tells how strong a drink is.
Význam
alcohol strength measure
Kolokace
100-proof whiskey
|80-proof rum
Synonyma
alcohol content (General term for the amount of alcohol present, not a specific scale.)
Témata
food
|measurement
|food_drink
Definice
A number that shows how strong an alcoholic drink is.
A measure of the strength of an alcoholic drink, expressed as a number that is usually twice the percentage of alcohol by volume in the US system.
PODSTATNÉ JMÉNO
C1
TECHNICAL
4
bizonyítás
B1
levezetés
B2
The student presented a formal proof of the theorem.
A diák bemutatta a tétel formális bizonyítását.
Without a proof, the claim remains unverified.
Bizonyítás nélkül az állítás igazolatlan marad.
Mathematical proofs require rigorous reasoning.
Učební příklady
We wrote a proof in math class.
Matekon írtunk egy bizonyítást.
The teacher showed us a proof.
A tanár mutatott nekünk egy bizonyítást.
A proof explains why it is true.
Význam
logical demonstration of truth
Kolokace
formal proof
|mathematical proof
|construct a proof
Synonyma
demonstration (Formal showing of validity, often used in mathematics and logic.)
Témata
mathematics
|logic
|education
|science
Definice
A set of steps that shows something in math or logic must be true.
A sequence of statements and reasoning showing that a mathematical or logical proposition is necessarily true.
Gramatika
Slovníkový tvar
proof
IPA
GB/pɹˈuf/
US/pɹˈuf/
Slabiky a přízvuk
proof (1 slabika)
Stress on 1st syllable (proof)
Tvary slova
Noun
- Base: proof
- Plural: proof, proofs
Příbuzná slova
Forms
proofs
noun
Core family
prove
verb B1
Negative and opposite forms
disprove
verb
disproof
noun
Advanced or less common
provable
adjective
Výrazy
burden of proof
1/bˈɚdən əv pɹˈuf/
fixed phrase
formal
duty to prove claim
The duty to give evidence to show that something is true.
Příklady
- In a trial, the burden of proof lies with the prosecution.
- The burden of proof is on those making the accusation.
proof positive
2/pɹˈuf pˈɑzɪtɪv/
fixed phrase
definite evidence of truth
Clear evidence that shows something is true with no doubt.
Příklady
- His fingerprints on the weapon are proof positive of his guilt.
- The test results are proof positive that the treatment works.
the proof is in the pudding
1/ðə pɹˈuf ˈɪz ˈɪn ðə pˈʊdɪŋ/
idiom
results show the true value
you only know if it works after you try it
Příklady
- The new software looks impressive, but the proof is in the pudding once we start using it.
- He promised the changes would help; the proof is in the pudding.
- It sounds like a good idea, but the proof is in the pudding.
the proof is in the pudding
3/ðə pɹˈuf ˈɪz ˈɪn ðə pˈʊdɪŋ/
idiom
informal
results show real value
You can only know how good something is by trying it or seeing the results.
Příklady
- You say your cake is great, but the proof is in the pudding.
- The design looks nice, but the proof is in the pudding once we test it.
waterproof / bulletproof / fireproof etc.
4/wˈɔtɚpɹˌuf bˈʊlɪtpɹˌuf fˈaɪɚpɹˌuf ˌɛtsˈɛtɚə ‖/
fixed phrase
protected from specific damage type
Not able to be harmed by water, bullets, fire, etc., depending on the word before 'proof'.
Příklady
- This watch is waterproof up to 50 meters.
- The safe is fireproof to protect documents.