sign
gb/sˈaɪn/ us/sˈaɪn/
A1
Angličtina
~ 1100
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Podstatné jméno
A1
entity
1
A board or mark giving information
Something you can see, like a board or symbol, that tells you information or gives directions.
Vzorec užití:
a sign [shows/says] [something]
Častá chyba:
Learners sometimes confuse 'sign' with 'signal'. A sign is usually a fixed object giving information, while a signal is an action or sound to communicate something.
Synonyma
notice (Often used for written announcements, especially on paper or boards.)
Antonyma
blank (Indicates there is no message or information displayed.)
Kolokace
road sign
|warning sign
|shop sign
|no entry sign
Témata
daily life
|travel
|communication
|daily_life
Příklady
- The stop sign was clearly visible at the corner.
- She hung a 'Closed' sign on the shop door.
- The hotel had a large neon sign above the entrance.
- I missed the turn because I didn’t see the road sign.
Učební příklady
- The stop sign is red.
- There is a big sign on the wall.
- The shop has a new sign.
- I read the sign before I went in.
Podstatné jméno
A2
entity
2
An indication of something existing or coming
Something that shows something else is true or will happen.
Vzorec užití:
a sign of [something]
Častá chyba:
Learners sometimes confuse 'sign' with 'signal'. A signal is often an action sent to someone, while a sign can be any evidence of something.
Synonyma
indication (More formal; often used in technical or academic contexts.)
Antonyma
absence (Indicates that there is no evidence or proof of something.)
Kolokace
sign of trouble
|early sign
|clear sign
|warning sign
Témata
emotions
|daily life
|health
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Příklady
- Dark clouds are a sign that it will rain.
- Her smile was a clear sign of happiness.
- The sudden drop in sales was a worrying sign for the company.
- Fever can be a sign of infection.
Učební příklady
- Dark clouds are a sign of rain.
- Her smile is a sign of joy.
- A cough can be a sign of illness.
- The empty streets are a sign of danger.
Sloveso
A2
action
3
Write name to approve or agree
To write your name on something to show you agree or accept it.
Vzorec užití:
to sign [a document/contract/form]
Častá chyba:
Learners may confuse 'sign' (to write your name) with 'signal' (to give a gesture).
Synonyma
endorse (More formal; often used for official approval, especially in politics or finance.)
Antonyma
refuse to sign (To decline to provide your signature and therefore not approve.)
Kolokace
sign a contract
|sign an agreement
|sign a form
|sign a letter
Témata
business
|law
|daily life
|communication
Příklady
- Please sign the form at the bottom of the page.
- She signed the contract yesterday afternoon.
- He refused to sign the agreement until changes were made.
- You must sign here to confirm your booking.
Učební příklady
- Please sign your name here.
- She signed the paper.
- He signed the form at the desk.
- I will not sign this paper.
Podstatné jméno
B1
entity
4
Gesture communicating meaning without words
A movement or action that shows what you mean without words.
Vzorec užití:
make/give [someone] a sign
Synonyma
gesture (A broader term for any body movement used to communicate.)
Antonyma
speech (Using spoken words instead of gestures.)
Kolokace
hand sign
|peace sign
|give a sign
Témata
communication
|emotions
|core_vocabulary
Příklady
- He gave me a thumbs-up as a sign that everything was okay.
- The referee made a hand sign to stop play.
- They use special signs to communicate underwater.
Učební příklady
- He gave me a peace sign.
- She made a hand sign to me.
- He waved as a sign to come closer.
Sloveso
B1
action
5
Communicate using sign language
To talk using hand movements and signs instead of speaking.
Vzorec užití:
to sign [a word/message]
Synonyma
gesture (Less precise; not necessarily part of a formal language system.)
Antonyma
speak (To use spoken words instead of signs.)
Kolokace
sign fluently
|sign to each other
Témata
communication
|language
|core_vocabulary
Příklady
- She can sign fluently in American Sign Language.
- They signed to each other across the room.
- He signed 'thank you' before leaving.
Učební příklady
- She can sign very well.
- They signed to each other in class.
- He signed 'hello' to me.
Gramatika
Slovníkový tvar
sign
IPA
GB/sˈaɪn/
US/sˈaɪn/
Slabiky a přízvuk
sign (1 slabika)
Stress on 1st syllable (sign)
Tvary slova
Noun
- Base: sign
- Plural: signs
Verb
- Base: sign
- 3rd Person Singular: signs
- Present Participle: signing
- Past: signed
Příbuzná slova
Forms
signs
noun
signing
verb
signed
verb
Related words
Negative and opposite forms
insignificant
adjective B2
Advanced or less common
signage
noun
signatory
noun
Výrazy
sign in
1/sˈaɪn ˈɪn/
phrasal verb
Record arrival or log into system
To write your name when you arrive somewhere, or enter information to use a computer system.
Příklady
- Please sign in at reception before your appointment.
- You need to sign in with your username and password.
sign of the times
1/sˈaɪn əv ðə tˈaɪmz/
idiom
Something showing today's trends/issues
Something that shows what life or society is like now.
Příklady
- The rise in online shopping is a sign of the times.
- Empty malls are just another sign of the times.
sign off
1/sˈaɪn ˈɔf/
phrasal verb
End communication or approve officially
To finish speaking/writing in a message, or to give official approval for something.
Příklady
- The manager signed off on the budget proposal.
- The news anchor signed off with a smile.
sign off
1/sˈaɪn ˈɔf/
phrasal verb
end a communication
to finish speaking or writing to people and say goodbye.
Příklady
- She signed off with a quick thank-you to the audience.
- The host signs off every episode with the same joke.
- I’ll sign off now and send the full notes tomorrow.
sign out
1/sˈaɪn ˈaʊt/
phrasal verb
Record leaving or log out of system
To write your name when you leave somewhere, or close your account session on a computer.
Příklady
- Don't forget to sign out when you leave the building.
- You should always sign out after using public computers.
sign up
1/sˈaɪn ˈʌp/
phrasal verb
Register for an activity or service
To put your name on a list to join or take part in something.
Příklady
- You can sign up for the class online.
- He signed up to volunteer at the event.