introductory
gb/ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌktɚi/ us/ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌktɚi/
B2
Angličtina
~ 9400
Významy
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adjective
B2
property
1
serving as an introduction
Coming at the start of something to introduce it.
Vzorec užití:
introductory [remarks/paragraph/chapter/section/comment]
Častá chyba:
Learners sometimes use "introduction" instead of "introductory" before a noun, saying *"introduction chapter"* or *"introduction remarks"* instead of "introductory chapter" or "introductory remarks." Use "introductory" as the adjective before the noun, and "introduction" as a noun on its own.
Synonyma
opening (Focuses on being the first part, especially of a speech or event, not always emphasizing explanation.)
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initial (More general for 'first in a series'; does not always suggest explaining what follows.)
Antonyma
concluding (Describes something that comes at the end, opposite to something that comes at the beginning.)
Kolokace
introductory remarks
|introductory paragraph
|introductory chapter
|introductory section
|introductory comment
|introductory text
Témata
communication
|education
|core_vocabulary
Příklady
- The professor kept his introductory remarks brief so the guest speaker could begin.
- Please read the introductory chapter before next week’s seminar.
- The book includes an introductory section that explains the history of the subject.
- Her introductory paragraph clearly states the main argument of the essay.
- After a few introductory comments, the meeting moved on to the main agenda.
Učební příklady
- The teacher made some short introductory remarks.
- I only read the introductory chapter of the book.
- Write an introductory paragraph for your story.
- The report starts with an introductory section.
- He gave a few introductory comments before the movie.
unknown
B2
property
2
basic, for beginners
Made for people who are new to a subject and need the basics.
Vzorec užití:
introductory [course/class/textbook/lesson/guide]
Častá chyba:
Learners sometimes say *"introduction course"* instead of "introductory course" or *"course for introduction"* instead of "introductory course." Use the adjective "introductory" before words like course, class, or textbook to show it is for beginners.
Synonyma
basic (General word for simple or first-level; does not always imply a learning program or formal structure.)
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elementary (Often used in school or academic contexts to mean very simple or first-level; can sound slightly more formal.)
Antonyma
advanced (Describes courses or materials for learners who already know a lot about the subject.)
Kolokace
introductory course
|introductory class
|introductory textbook
|introductory guide
|introductory lesson
|introductory level
Témata
education
|learning
|core_vocabulary
Příklady
- She is taking an introductory course in computer science this semester.
- This book is an introductory guide to modern art for complete beginners.
- Our school offers introductory classes in Mandarin for first-year students.
- The museum runs an introductory workshop on photography every month.
- I bought an introductory textbook on economics to understand the news better.
Učební příklady
- I am in an introductory English class.
- He teaches an introductory course in marketing.
- This is an introductory book for new students.
- They joined an introductory yoga lesson at the gym.
- The college has many introductory science courses.
Gramatika
Slovníkový tvar
introductory
IPA
GB/ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌktɚi/
US/ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌktɚi/
Slabiky a přízvuk
in - tro - duct - ory (4 slabiky)
Stress on 3rd syllable (duct)
Tvary slova
Adjective
- Base: introductory
Příbuzná slova
Core family
introduce
verb A2
introduction
noun A2
Related words
Advanced or less common
introducer
noun
Výrazy
introductory chapter
1/ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌktɚi t͡ʃˈæptɚ/
fixed phrase
first, explaining chapter
The first chapter in a book that gives the main ideas or background before the rest of the book.
Příklady
- The introductory chapter explains the basic terms used in the book.
- You can skip the introductory chapter if you already know the subject well.
introductory course
1/ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌktɚi kˈɔɹs/
fixed phrase
beginner-level course
A class that gives the first and most basic ideas about a subject to new learners.
Příklady
- All first-year students must take an introductory course in academic writing.
- I signed up for an introductory course in statistics to prepare for my degree.
introductory offer
1/ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌktɚi ˈɔfɚ/
fixed phrase
special first-time deal
A special price or deal given when a product or service is new, usually for a short time.
Příklady
- The streaming service has an introductory offer of three months for half price.
- We joined the gym during its introductory offer, so our membership is cheaper.
introductory price
1/ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌktɚi pɹˈaɪs/
fixed phrase
temporary starting price
A special price at the start of selling a product or service, often lower than the normal price.
Příklady
- The software is available at an introductory price until the end of the month.
- After the introductory price ends, the monthly fee will increase.
introductory remarks
1/ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌktɚi ɹɪmˈɑɹks/
fixed phrase
opening speech at event
Short comments made at the start of a meeting, talk, or event to welcome people and explain what will happen.
Příklady
- After the chairperson’s introductory remarks, the keynote speaker took the stage.
- Her introductory remarks thanked the sponsors and outlined the day’s program.