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Among

əˈməŋ
Extremely common
400 - 500
400 - 500
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.

között, valamelyik, együtt, fölött

Among meanings in Hungarian

között

Example:
She is among friends.
Ő barátok között van.
The secret was kept among us.
A titok közöttünk maradt.
Usage: informalContext: Used to indicate being in the midst of a group of people or things.
Note: This is the most common usage of 'among', indicating a position within a group.

valamelyik

Example:
Among the options, this one is the best.
A lehetőségek között ez a legjobb.
He was chosen among many candidates.
Sok jelölt közül őt választották.
Usage: formalContext: Used to express selection or being part of a particular group.
Note: This meaning emphasizes selection from a group.

együtt

Example:
They worked together among themselves.
Ők együtt dolgoztak egymás között.
The ideas flowed among them.
Az ötletek közöttük áramlottak.
Usage: informalContext: Used to describe interaction within a group.
Note: This meaning focuses on collaboration and interaction.

fölött

Example:
Among the mountains, we found a hidden valley.
A hegyek között találtunk egy rejtett völgyet.
There are many houses among the trees.
Sok ház van a fák között.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used to describe location within a physical space.
Note: This meaning conveys being surrounded by or in a particular physical area.

Among's synonyms

amid

Amid is used to indicate being surrounded by or in the middle of something.
Example: The children played happily amid the flowers in the garden.
Note: Amid is more specific and highlights being in the middle of a particular situation or location.

amidst

Amidst is similar to amid and also means in the middle of or surrounded by something.
Example: The book was hidden amidst a pile of old magazines.
Note: Amidst is less commonly used in modern English but has a similar meaning to amid.

in the midst of

In the midst of is a more formal way of saying in the middle of or among.
Example: In the midst of the chaos, she remained calm and composed.
Note: In the midst of is a slightly more formal expression compared to among.

surrounded by

Surrounded by indicates being encircled or enclosed by something.
Example: The house was surrounded by tall trees, providing shade in the summer.
Note: Surrounded by emphasizes the presence of elements around a central point or object.

Among expressions, common phrases

Among other things

This phrase is used to introduce additional items or topics within a list.
Example: She enjoys hiking, swimming, and among other things, painting.
Note: It emphasizes that the following items are just a few among many others.

Amongst friends

This phrase means in the presence of or with a group of friends.
Example: He felt comfortable discussing his problems amongst friends.
Note: It implies a sense of belonging and camaraderie within a social circle.

Among the best

This phrase indicates being included in a group of the highest quality or excellence.
Example: Their restaurant is among the best in the city.
Note: It highlights exceptional standing compared to others in the same category.

Among the stars

This phrase refers to being surrounded by or in the company of stars, often used figuratively.
Example: She always dreamed of dancing among the stars.
Note: It conveys a sense of aspiration, wonder, or a dream-like state.

Among the crowd

This phrase means being noticeable or distinguishable within a large group of people.
Example: She stood out among the crowd with her colorful outfit.
Note: It implies standing out or being different from the rest of the group.

Among the few

This phrase refers to being part of a small number or minority within a larger group.
Example: Among the few survivors, she was the youngest.
Note: It emphasizes scarcity or rarity compared to the majority.

Among the living

This phrase means being alive or not deceased.
Example: He was grateful to be among the living after the accident.
Note: It indicates existence in contrast to those who have passed away.

Among everyday (slang) expressions

Amongst

This slang term is a shortened form of 'amongst' and is commonly used in spoken language to indicate inclusion as part of a group or set.
Example: I'm going to the store. Do you want anything amongst the groceries?
Note: The slang term 'amongst' is more casual and colloquial compared to the standard 'among'.

In the middle of

This phrase is a common colloquial alternative to 'among' or 'amid' when describing being part of a situation or action.
Example: We were in the middle of a discussion when she interrupted.
Note: While not slang per se, 'in the middle of' is a more descriptive and direct way to convey a similar meaning to 'among'.

In the company of

This phrase implies being together with or surrounded by a specific group of people or things, indicating a shared presence.
Example: He enjoyed spending time in the company of artists and musicians.
Note: Unlike 'among', 'in the company of' emphasizes the social aspect of being with others, often in a more intentional or curated setting.

Amid the hustle and bustle

This expression conveys the idea of finding tranquility or calmness within a busy or chaotic environment.
Example: She found peace amid the hustle and bustle of the city.
Note: While containing the word 'amid', this phrase adds specificity by highlighting the contrasting elements of noise and activity versus peace and serenity.

Among - Examples

Among the flowers, there was a small butterfly.
A virágok között volt egy kis pillangó.
The book is among the papers on the desk.
A könyv a papírok között van az íróasztalon.
She is among the top students in her class.
Ő a legjobb diákok közé tartozik az osztályában.

Among grammar

Among - Adposition (Adposition) / Preposition or subordinating conjunction (Preposition or subordinating conjunction)
Lemma: among
Conjugations
Syllables, Separation and Stress
among Contains 1 syllables: among
Phonetic transcription: ə-ˈməŋ
among , ə ˈməŋ (The red syllable is stressed)

Among - 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.
among: 400 - 500 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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