overall
gb/ˈoʊvɚˌɔl/ us/ˈoʊvɚˌɔl/
A2
Engelsk
~ 1900
teljes, átfogó, összesített, összességében, overál
B1
1
Brugsmønster:
overall [opinion/assessment/result]
Overall, the project was a success despite some issues.
Összességében a projekt sikeres volt, annak ellenére, hogy akadt néhány probléma.
The overall cost of the trip was higher than expected.
Az utazás teljes költsége magasabb volt a vártnál.
She gave an overall assessment of the student's progress.
The overall mood in the room was cheerful.
We need to look at the overall picture before making a decision.
Læringseksempler
Overall, the movie was good.
Összességében jó volt a film.
The overall price is too high.
A teljes ár túl magas.
I am happy with my overall score.
Overall, the day was nice.
Typisk fejl:
Learners sometimes confuse 'overall' with 'overalls' (clothing), but they are unrelated in meaning.
Betydning
Taking everything into account
Ordforbindelser
overall performance
|overall impression
|overall effect
|overall result
|overall quality
Synonymer
general (Similar in meaning but can also mean 'not specific' rather than summing all factors.)
Antonymer
specific (Focuses on one part or detail rather than the whole.)
Temaer
general
|communication
|evaluation
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Thinking about all parts or things together.
Including or considering all the parts, aspects, or factors together.
A2
2
Brugsmønster:
Overall, [clause]
Overall, I’m pleased with the new design.
Összességében elégedett vagyok az új kialakítással.
The team played well overall, though there were mistakes.
A csapat összességében jól játszott, bár voltak hibák.
Overall, sales have increased this year.
It was a tough year overall, but we survived.
Læringseksempler
Overall, I am happy.
Összességében elégedett vagyok.
We did well overall.
Összességében jól teljesítettünk.
Overall, it is a good plan.
Betydning
In general, all things considered
Ordforbindelser
Overall, it seems...
|Overall, I think...
|Overall speaking
Synonymer
generally (Close in meaning but 'generally' can also describe something that happens most of the time.)
Antonymer
specifically (Focuses on one detail instead of the whole.)
Temaer
general
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Used to give a general idea after thinking about all parts.
Used to indicate a general statement that takes all aspects into account.
NAVNEORD
A2
3
overál
B1
The mechanic wore blue overalls to keep his clothes clean.
A szerelő kék overált viselt, hogy tisztán tartsa a ruháját.
Painters often wear white overalls while working.
A festők munka közben gyakran fehér overált viselnek.
She put on overalls before gardening.
Læringseksempler
The man wears overalls in the shop.
A férfi overált visel a műhelyben.
I have blue overalls for painting.
Van egy kék overálom festéshez.
She wears overalls when she works.
Typisk fejl:
Learners may confuse 'overalls' (protective clothing) with 'overall' (meaning considering everything). Context clarifies the difference.
Betydning
One-piece work garment
Ordforbindelser
wear overalls
|denim overalls
|protective overalls
Synonymer
coveralls (Used especially in American English for full-body protective work clothing.)
Temaer
clothing
|work
|daily_life
Definition
Clothes that cover your body and legs to keep your clothes clean when you work.
A loose-fitting piece of clothing that covers the body and legs, worn over other clothes to protect them during work.
Grammatik
Opslagsform
overall
IPA
GB/ˈoʊvɚˌɔl/
US/ˈoʊvɚˌɔl/
Stavelser og tryk
over - all (2 stavelser)
Stress on 1st syllable (over)
Ordformer
Adjective
- Base: overall
Udtryk
overall effect
1/ˈoʊvɚˌɔl ɪfˈɛkt/
fixed phrase
Total impact of all parts together
The total change or feeling made by all parts together.
Eksempler
- The lighting has a big impact on the room's overall effect.
- His calm voice added to the overall effect of reassurance.
overall performance
1/ˈoʊvɚˌɔl pɚfˈɔɹməns/
fixed phrase
Total quality of work over time
How good something or someone is when you look at all their work or actions together.
Eksempler
- Her overall performance this year was excellent.
- We need to improve our overall performance to win.
overall picture
1/ˈoʊvɚˌɔl pˈɪkt͡ʃɚ/
fixed phrase
Complete view of a situation
The whole or complete understanding of something.
Eksempler
- Before deciding, you should understand the overall picture.
- The report gives the overall picture of the company's health.
overall result
1/ˈoʊvɚˌɔl ɹɪzˈʌlt/
fixed phrase
Final outcome after everything considered
The final thing that happens after looking at everything together.
Eksempler
- The overall result was better than expected.
- Despite problems, the overall result was positive.