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English - Hungarian
Act
ækt
Extremely common
600 - 700
600 - 700
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The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
cselekvés, törvény, előadás, színjáték, cselekmény
Act meanings in Hungarian
cselekvés
Example:
His act of kindness inspired everyone.
A kedvessége mindenkit inspirált.
She took immediate action to solve the problem.
Azonnali cselekvést tett a probléma megoldására.
Usage: formalContext: Used in discussions about behavior, decisions, and actions.
Note: This meaning refers to an action taken or something done.
törvény
Example:
The act was passed by the parliament.
A törvényt a parlament elfogadta.
The new act aims to protect the environment.
Az új törvény célja a környezet védelme.
Usage: formalContext: Legal contexts, discussions about laws and regulations.
Note: This meaning refers to a formal law or statute.
előadás
Example:
The circus act was thrilling to watch.
A cirkuszi előadás lenyűgöző volt nézni.
Her act on stage received a standing ovation.
A színpadi előadása álló tapsot kapott.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in entertainment contexts, such as theater, performances, or shows.
Note: This meaning often refers to a performance or a segment of a performance.
színjáték
Example:
His act was very convincing.
Az ő színjátéka nagyon meggyőző volt.
She put on an act to impress the audience.
Eljátszotta a szerepét, hogy lenyűgözze a közönséget.
Usage: informalContext: Used in contexts where someone is pretending or putting on a façade.
Note: This meaning implies that someone is acting in a way that is not genuine.
cselekmény
Example:
The act of the play was filled with suspense.
A színdarab cselekménye tele volt feszültséggel.
The second act of the opera was my favorite.
Az opera második cselekménye volt a kedvencem.
Usage: formalContext: Literary contexts, discussing plots in plays or stories.
Note: This meaning refers to a division in a play or performance, often used to describe a storyline.
Act's synonyms
perform
To carry out a task or action, especially in a formal or public setting.
Example: She will perform in the school play tonight.
Note: Perform often implies a more planned or intentional action compared to the general term 'act'.
execute
To carry out or accomplish a task or action with precision or skill.
Example: The actor executed the scene flawlessly.
Note: Execute suggests a higher level of skill or precision in carrying out the action.
behave
To conduct oneself in a particular way, especially in terms of manners or actions.
Example: The children were told to behave during the ceremony.
Note: Behave focuses more on one's conduct or manners rather than a specific task or performance.
pretend
To act as if something is true or real, especially for amusement or to deceive.
Example: He likes to pretend he is a superhero when playing with his friends.
Note: Pretend involves acting in a way that may not reflect reality, often for play or entertainment purposes.
Act expressions, common phrases
act on
To take action based on a suggestion, idea, or information.
Example: She decided to act on the advice given by her mentor.
Note: This phrase emphasizes acting upon something, rather than just performing an action.
act out
To express one's emotions or feelings through behavior, often in a dramatic or exaggerated manner.
Example: The child often acts out when she doesn't get her way.
Note: This phrase involves physically demonstrating emotions or feelings.
put on an act
To pretend or behave in a way that is not genuine, often for deceptive purposes.
Example: He pretended to be sick, but I think he was just putting on an act.
Note: This phrase implies a deliberate attempt to deceive or manipulate others.
act up
To malfunction or behave in a disruptive or unruly manner.
Example: My computer always seems to act up when I'm in a hurry.
Note: This phrase typically refers to things or systems misbehaving.
act one's age
To behave in a manner appropriate to one's chronological age.
Example: Stop fooling around and act your age!
Note: This phrase emphasizes behaving according to societal expectations of maturity.
act the fool
To behave in a silly or foolish manner, often for entertainment or attention.
Example: He loves to act the fool to make his friends laugh.
Note: This phrase suggests a deliberate choice to behave foolishly.
act of kindness
A gesture or action done with the intention of helping or benefiting others.
Example: Her act of kindness towards the homeless man touched everyone's hearts.
Note: This phrase highlights a specific action done for the purpose of showing kindness.
Act everyday (slang) expressions
Act a fool
To behave in a silly or ridiculous manner, usually for entertainment or attention.
Example: He always acts a fool at parties, making everyone laugh.
Note: While 'act a fool' contains the word 'act', it deviates from the original word as it refers to behaving foolishly rather than performing a role or pretending.
Acting brand new
To behave as if one is better or different from before, often due to a change in circumstances.
Example: She's been acting brand new since she got that promotion.
Note: This slang term plays on the idea of someone acting like a new or different person, rather than portraying a character, as in the original meaning of 'act'.
Act - Examples
She always acts quickly in emergency situations.
Mindig gyorsan cselekszik vészhelyzetekben.
The government needs to take immediate action to address the issue.
A kormánynak azonnal cselekednie kell, hogy kezelje a problémát.
The actor's performance in the play was outstanding.
Az színész alakítása a színdarabban kiváló volt.
Act grammar
Act - Verb (Verb) / Verb, base form (Verb, base form)
Lemma: act
Conjugations
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): acted
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): acting
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): acts
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): act
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): act
Syllables, Separation and Stress
act Contains 1 syllables: act
Phonetic transcription: ˈakt
act , ˈakt (The red syllable is stressed)
Act - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
act: 600 - 700 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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