unforeseen
gb/ˌʌnfɔɹsˈin/ us/ˌʌnfɔɹsˈin/
B2
Angličtina
váratlan, előre nem látható
B2
FORMAL
1
váratlan
B1
Vzorec užití:
[an unforeseen event/problem/difficulty]
An unforeseen storm forced the flight to turn back.
A váratlan vihar miatt a repülőjáratnak vissza kellett fordulnia.
The project ran over budget because of unforeseen delays.
A projekt a váratlan késések miatt túllépte a költségvetést.
We had to change our plans due to an unforeseen family emergency.
Učební příklady
The delay was unforeseen.
A késés váratlan volt.
We had an unforeseen problem.
Váratlan problémánk adódott.
Častá chyba:
Often confused with "unpredictable"; "unforeseen" emphasizes that it was not anticipated beforehand (even if it could have been).
Význam
not expected or predicted
Kolokace
unforeseen circumstances
|unforeseen events
|unforeseen problems
|unforeseen difficulties
|unforeseen delays
|unforeseen changes
|unforeseen complications
|an unforeseen issue
|unforeseen obstacles
|an unforeseen development
Synonyma
unexpected (More common and neutral; less formal than "unforeseen".)
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unanticipated (Very close in meaning; often used in formal writing.)
Antonyma
expected (Anticipated in advance.)
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foreseen (Predicted or known ahead of time.)
Témata
daily_life
|news
|planning
Definice
not expected; happening suddenly
Not expected, predicted, or noticed in advance.
C1
FORMAL
2
Vzorec užití:
[unforeseen expenses/costs/contingencies]
The insurance policy covers certain unforeseen expenses during travel.
A biztosítás utazás közben bizonyos előre nem látható költségeket fedez.
The contract includes a clause for unforeseen contingencies.
A szerződés tartalmaz egy záradékot az előre nem látható eshetőségekre.
They set aside money for unforeseen repairs to the building.
Učební příklady
We saved money for unforeseen costs.
Tettünk félre pénzt előre nem látható költségekre.
This fee was unforeseen.
Ezzel a díjjal nem számoltunk.
Častá chyba:
Learners may say "unforeseen cost" when they mean "hidden cost"; "unforeseen" means not anticipated, not intentionally concealed.
Význam
not planned or provided for
Kolokace
unforeseen expenses
|unforeseen costs
|unforeseen expenditure
|unforeseen contingencies
|unforeseen outlays
|cover unforeseen expenses
|allow for unforeseen costs
|an allowance for unforeseen expenses
|unforeseen liabilities
|unforeseen repairs
Synonyma
unbudgeted (Specific to budgets and accounting; narrower than "unforeseen".)
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unplanned (More general and less formal; focuses on lack of planning.)
Antonyma
budgeted (Included in the budget or plan.)
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planned (Prepared for in advance.)
Témata
business
|money
|law
|planning
Definice
not included in a plan or budget
Not planned for or included in arrangements, especially in budgets, contracts, or official plans.
Gramatika
Slovníkový tvar
unforeseen
IPA
GB/ˌʌnfɔɹsˈin/
US/ˌʌnfɔɹsˈin/
Slabiky a přízvuk
un - fore - seen (3 slabiky)
Stress on 3rd syllable (seen)
Tvary slova
Adjective
- Base: unforeseen
Výrazy
allow for unforeseen circumstances
1/əlˈaʊ fɚ ˌʌnfɔɹsˈin sˈɚkəmstˌænsɪz/
fixed phrase
formal
prepare for unexpected events
plan extra time or money for surprises
Příklady
- We built in a buffer to allow for unforeseen circumstances.
- Any schedule should allow for unforeseen circumstances like illness or delays.
- The budget allows for unforeseen circumstances by including a contingency fund.
Učební příklady
- We allow for unforeseen circumstances.
- Add extra time to allow for unforeseen circumstances.
unforeseen circumstances
1/ˌʌnfɔɹsˈin sˈɚkəmstˌænsɪz/
fixed phrase
formal
unexpected situation causing change
unexpected events that change plans
Příklady
- The meeting was postponed due to unforeseen circumstances.
- We apologize for the cancellation caused by unforeseen circumstances.
- The refund applies only in cases of unforeseen circumstances.
Učební příklady
- We canceled because of unforeseen circumstances.
- Unforeseen circumstances changed our plans.
unforeseen consequences
1/ˌʌnfɔɹsˈin kˈɑnsəkwˌɛnsɪz/
fixed phrase
formal
results not expected beforehand
unexpected results from an action
Příklady
- The new law had unforeseen consequences for small businesses.
- Lowering the price led to unforeseen consequences in the supply chain.
- Even small changes can produce unforeseen consequences.
Učební příklady
- The plan had unforeseen consequences.