advantage
gb/ædvˈæntɪd͡ʒ/ us/ædvˈæntɪd͡ʒ/
A2
English
~ 1000
előny, vezetés
NOUN
B1
1
előny
B1
Usage pattern:
to have [an advantage] over [someone/something]
Her experience in marketing gave her an advantage over the other candidates.
A marketingben szerzett tapasztalata előnyhöz juttatta a többi jelölttel szemben.
Having a good education is a big advantage in finding a job.
A jó iskolai végzettség nagy előnyt jelent az álláskeresésben.
The home team had the advantage of playing in familiar conditions.
Speaking several languages is a great advantage when traveling abroad.
Learner examples
He has an advantage because he is taller.
Előnyben van, mert magasabb.
Good shoes give you an advantage in running.
A jó cipő előnyt jelent futásnál.
She has the advantage of living near her school.
They have an advantage over us in this game.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'advantage' with 'opportunity'. An opportunity is a chance to do something, while an advantage is something that makes success more likely.
Meaning
A favorable condition or benefit
Collocations
competitive advantage
|clear advantage
|gain an advantage
|have the advantage
|give an advantage
Synonyms
benefit (More general; can refer to any positive effect, not just in competition.)
|
edge (Informal; emphasizes a small but significant superiority.)
Antonyms
disadvantage (A circumstance that makes success less likely.)
Themes
business
|competition
|daily life
|core_vocabulary
|work
Definition
Something that helps you be more successful than others.
A circumstance, quality, or factor that gives someone or something a better chance to succeed or be effective.
NOUN
A2
2
előny
B1
Usage pattern:
the advantages of [something]
One advantage of this phone is its long battery life.
Ennek a telefonnak az egyik előnye a hosszú akkumulátor-üzemidő.
The main advantage of online shopping is convenience.
Az online vásárlás fő előnye a kényelem.
A small car has the advantage of being easy to park.
Learner examples
The big advantage of this bag is its size.
Ennek a táskának a nagy előnye a mérete.
A computer has many advantages over a typewriter.
A számítógépnek sok előnye van az írógéppel szemben.
The main advantage of this plan is the low cost.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes use 'advantage' when they mean 'preference'. 'Advantage' refers to features, not personal likes.
Meaning
A useful or beneficial feature
Collocations
main advantage
|distinct advantage
|advantages and disadvantages
Synonyms
strength (Emphasizes a strong point or positive quality.)
|
asset (Often used for people or things that are valuable to a group or organization.)
Antonyms
drawback (A negative feature that reduces desirability or usefulness.)
Themes
technology
|products
|daily life
|core_vocabulary
|daily_life
|work
Definition
A good or helpful part of something.
A feature or aspect of something that makes it more desirable or effective.
NOUN
B1
TECHNICAL
3
They took the advantage early in the second half.
A második félidő elején megszerezték a vezetést.
The team held their advantage until the final whistle.
A csapat az utolsó sípszóig megőrizte az előnyét.
With two goals ahead, they had a clear advantage.
Learner examples
Our team has the advantage now.
Most a mi csapatunk vezet.
They took the advantage in the first game.
Az első játszmában megszerezték a vezetést.
We have a small advantage over them.
Meaning
A lead in score or position
Collocations
take the advantage
|hold the advantage
Synonyms
lead (Commonly used for being ahead in score.)
Antonyms
deficit (Being behind in points or score.)
Themes
sports
|core_vocabulary
Definition
When one player or team is winning over the other.
A situation in sports or games where one player or team is ahead of another in points, score, or position.
Grammar
Dictionary form
advantage
IPA
GB/ædvˈæntɪd͡ʒ/
US/ædvˈæntɪd͡ʒ/
Syllables & stress
ad - vant - age (3 syllables)
Stress on 2nd syllable (vant)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: advantage
- Plural: advantage, advantages
Word family
Forms
advantages
noun
Core family
advantageous
adjective B2
Negative and opposite forms
Advanced or less common
advantageously
adverb
Expressions
have the advantage (over)
1/hˈæv ðə ædvˈæntɪd͡ʒ ˈoʊvɚ/
fixed phrase
Be in a superior position
To be in a better position than someone else.
Examples
- We have the advantage over our competitors right now.
- He has the advantage because he knows the area well.
take advantage of
1/tˈeɪk ædvˈæntɪd͡ʒ əv/
fixed phrase
Use something for one's benefit
To use something or someone to help yourself.
Examples
- You should take advantage of this opportunity to learn new skills.
- He took advantage of the sale to buy new clothes.
to your advantage
1/tə jˈʊɹ ædvˈæntɪd͡ʒ/
fixed phrase
In a way that helps you
In a way that helps you be successful.
Examples
- She used her connections to her advantage.
- You can turn this situation to your advantage if you act quickly.