active
gb/ˈæktɪv/ us/ˈæktɪv/
A2
English
~ 1400
aktív, hatályos, működő, ható, cselekvő igenem, cselekvő
A2
1
aktív
A2
Usage pattern:
[someone] is active
She tries to stay active by going for walks every day.
Mindennapi sétákkal próbál aktív maradni.
He plays an active role in the community project.
Aktív szerepet vállal a közösségi projektben.
Children are often more active in the mornings.
Staying active can help improve your health.
He was active in both sports and music during college.
Learner examples
I am active in the morning.
Reggel aktív vagyok.
My father is very active at work.
Apám nagyon aktív a munkahelyén.
She is active every weekend.
We must stay active to be healthy.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'active' with 'actual', but they have different meanings.
Meaning
physically or mentally engaged
Collocations
active lifestyle
|active role
|remain active
|stay active
|physically active
Synonyms
energetic (Suggests having a lot of energy and enthusiasm.)
Antonyms
inactive (Means not doing anything; idle or at rest.)
Themes
daily life
|health
|work
|daily_life
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Doing things and not resting; busy or moving.
Engaging in physical or mental activity; not idle or inactive.
B1
2
Usage pattern:
[machine/system] is active
The security system is active 24 hours a day.
A biztonsági rendszer a nap 24 órájában aktív.
That volcano has been active for decades.
Az a vulkán évtizedek óta aktív.
Your account will remain active until you cancel it.
Active duty soldiers must follow strict regulations.
Learner examples
The machine is active now.
A gép most működik.
My account is still active.
A fiókom még aktív.
The volcano is active today.
Meaning
currently operating or in effect
Collocations
active account
|active volcano
|active subscription
|active duty
Synonyms
operational (Used especially for systems, machinery, or organizations that are functioning as intended.)
Antonyms
inactive (Not in use or not functioning at the moment.)
Themes
technology
|work
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Working now; being used now.
Currently functioning, operational, or in effect.
B2
TECHNICAL
3
The active ingredient in this medicine reduces pain.
Ennek a gyógyszernek a hatóanyaga csökkenti a fájdalmat.
These bacteria are still active under low temperatures.
Ezek a baktériumok alacsony hőmérsékleten is aktívak maradnak.
The lotion contains several biologically active compounds.
Learner examples
This pill has an active ingredient.
Ennek a tablettának van hatóanyaga.
The cream has an active chemical.
A krém tartalmaz egy aktív vegyületet.
Active bacteria can make you sick.
Meaning
having an ongoing effect in science/medicine
Collocations
active ingredient
|active compound
|biologically active
Synonyms
potent (Emphasizes strong effect, especially in medicine or chemistry.)
Antonyms
inactive (Lacking effect or no longer effective chemically or biologically.)
Themes
science
|medicine
|health
Definition
Still working in the body or in a chemical reaction.
Having ongoing chemical, biological, or medicinal effects.
B1
TECHNICAL
4
cselekvő
B2
In the sentence 'She writes books', the verb is in the active voice.
A „She writes books” mondatban az ige cselekvő igenemben áll.
Active sentences are usually clearer and more direct than passive ones.
A cselekvő mondatok általában világosabbak és közvetlenebbek, mint a szenvedő szerkezetű mondatok.
Learner examples
'He eats apples' is an active sentence.
A „He eats apples” mondat cselekvő mondat.
I like to write in the active voice.
Szeretek cselekvő igenemben írni.
Meaning
grammar: subject performs action
Collocations
active voice
Synonyms
non-passive (Highlights contrast with passive voice.)
Antonyms
passive (In grammar, when the subject receives the action of the verb.)
Themes
language
|education
|communication
Definition
In grammar, when the subject does the action of the verb.
In grammar, describing a voice in which the subject performs the action of the verb.
Grammar
Dictionary form
active
IPA
GB/ˈæktɪv/
US/ˈæktɪv/
Syllables & stress
act - ive (2 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (act)
Word forms
Adjective
- Base: active
Word family
Related words
Negative and opposite forms
Expressions
active duty
1/ˈæktɪv dˈuti/
fixed phrase
technical
full-time military service status
Working full-time in the army, navy, etc.
Examples
- She is currently on active duty overseas.
- Active duty soldiers must follow strict schedules.
active role
1/ˈæktɪv ɹˈoʊl/
fixed phrase
important participation in something
A big part in doing something important.
Examples
- He played an active role in organizing the event.
- Parents have an active role in their children's education.
stay active
1/stˈeɪ ˈæktɪv/
fixed phrase
continue being engaged or busy
Keep doing things and not rest for a long time.
Examples
- Older adults are encouraged to stay active to maintain their health.
- She stays active by volunteering at the library every week.
active ingredient
1/ˈæktɪv ɪŋɡɹˈidiənt/
fixed phrase
technical
component that causes main effect
The part of a medicine or product that makes it work.
Examples
- The active ingredient in this tablet is paracetamol.
- The active ingredient in this cream reduces inflammation.
- You should check the label for the active ingredient.
- Always read the label to know the active ingredients in your medicine.