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English - Hungarian
Arm
ɑrm
Extremely common
500 - 600
500 - 600
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.
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.
kar, kar (fegyver), kar (szervezet), kar (támogatás)
Arm meanings in Hungarian
kar
Example:
He raised his arm to wave.
Felemelte a karját integetni.
She has a tattoo on her left arm.
Tattooja van a bal karján.
Usage: informalContext: Used in everyday conversation when referring to the physical arm of a person.
Note: The word 'kar' is commonly used to refer to the upper limb of the human body, from the shoulder to the wrist.
kar (fegyver)
Example:
The soldier was armed with a rifle.
A katona puskával volt felszerelve.
They armed themselves for the mission.
Felszerelték magukat a küldetéshez.
Usage: formalContext: Used in military or security-related contexts.
Note: In this context, 'kar' is used figuratively to refer to weapons or armaments.
kar (szervezet)
Example:
The charity organization has an arm dedicated to education.
A jótékonysági szervezetnek van egy karja az oktatásra szentelve.
The company has a research arm focused on innovation.
A cégnek van egy kutatási karja, amely az innovációra összpontosít.
Usage: formalContext: Used in business or organizational contexts to refer to a division or branch.
Note: Here, 'kar' refers to a specific part or division within a larger organization.
kar (támogatás)
Example:
They provided an arm of support for the project.
Támogatást nyújtottak a projekthez.
She was the arm of the community during the crisis.
A válság idején ő volt a közösség támasza.
Usage: informalContext: Used in discussions about help or support in social contexts.
Note: This usage of 'arm' refers to a form of support or assistance provided to someone or something.
Arm's synonyms
forearm
The part of the arm between the elbow and the wrist.
Example: He rolled up his sleeves to reveal a tattoo on his forearm.
Note: Forearm specifically refers to the lower part of the arm.
limb
A large branch or main division of a tree or shrub.
Example: The monkey used its limbs to swing from branch to branch.
Note: Limb is a more general term that can refer to arms, legs, or branches of a tree.
appendage
A thing that is added or attached to something larger or more important.
Example: The robot had multiple appendages for various tasks.
Note: Appendage can refer to any part that is attached to the main body, not just arms.
Arm expressions, common phrases
Cost an arm and a leg
This idiom means something is very expensive or costs a lot.
Example: Buying a new car these days can cost an arm and a leg.
Note: The phrase uses 'arm and a leg' figuratively to emphasize high cost.
Twist someone's arm
To persuade or convince someone to do something they may not want to do.
Example: I didn't want to go, but my friends twisted my arm, so I went to the party.
Note: The phrase 'twist someone's arm' is figurative and does not involve actual physical twisting.
Give your right arm for something
To express a strong desire or willingness to do something or have something.
Example: She would give her right arm for a chance to travel the world.
Note: The phrase is hyperbolic, exaggerating the extent of one's desire or willingness.
Up in arms
To be very angry, agitated, or ready to fight about something.
Example: The employees were up in arms about the sudden pay cut.
Note: The phrase 'up in arms' is figurative, indicating strong emotional reactions rather than physical fighting.
Keep someone at arm's length
To maintain a certain distance or reserve in a relationship with someone.
Example: She decided to keep him at arm's length until she could trust him.
Note: The phrase implies maintaining emotional or physical distance rather than literal arm length.
Under someone's arm
To hold or carry something using one's arm as support.
Example: He won the competition with flying colors and the trophy under his arm.
Note: The phrase describes physically carrying something under the arm.
Long arm of the law
Refers to the far-reaching power and authority of the legal system.
Example: The long arm of the law eventually caught up with the criminal.
Note: The phrase uses 'long arm' metaphorically to represent the extensive reach of the law.
Right-hand man
A very important or trusted assistant or associate.
Example: She trusted him with every decision; he was her right-hand man.
Note: The phrase 'right-hand man' emphasizes the close working relationship rather than literal hand position.
Arm everyday (slang) expressions
Gun show
Refers to someone showing off their muscular arms, especially when they are well-developed.
Example: Check out those biceps! He's been hitting the gym hard, look at those gun shows.
Note: This term plays on the idea of someone flexing their arm muscles to show strength, like showing off guns in a gun show.
Sleeve
Refers to a large tattoo that covers a person's arm from shoulder to wrist.
Example: I'm thinking of getting a tattoo sleeve on my arm, what do you think?
Note: While originally referring to the covering of a garment around the arm, in the context of tattoos, it denotes a full-arm tattoo.
Kicking someone's butt
An aggressive or confrontational way of saying you will physically harm someone, including using your arms and legs in a fight.
Example: If he keeps messing with me, I'm going to have to kick his butt.
Note: While involving the use of the whole body in a fight, it often includes the action of physically kicking and using arms to subdue someone.
Guns
A slang term for muscular arms, particularly when someone has well-defined muscles in their arms.
Example: Check out those guns on him, he must lift a lot of weights.
Note: Similar to 'Gun show,' it emphasizes the strength and bulkiness of a person's arm muscles, likening them to weapons.
Wingman
A close friend who helps and supports someone in their romantic pursuits, particularly by talking to, distracting, or attracting other potential romantic interests.
Example: Hey, can you be my wingman tonight at the bar? I need some help talking to that girl over there.
Note: Originally referring to a pilot who flies alongside and supports another in a combat or tactical situation, in this context, it refers to someone who assists in social or romantic situations.
Bicep curl
A weightlifting exercise specifically targeting the bicep muscles in the upper arm.
Example: I've been hitting the gym, working on my bicep curls to get bigger arms.
Note: While 'bicep' refers to the muscle in the arm, 'curl' indicates the action involved in the exercise of lifting the weight, often used to enhance arm muscles.
Flex
To show off one's muscles, especially the arms, by tightening or contracting them to make them appear bigger and stronger.
Example: Wow, did you see him flex in the mirror? He's all about showing off.
Note: Derived from 'flexing a muscle,' it signifies the action of tightening muscles to display strength and size, often done as a display of power.
Arm - Examples
My arm hurts.
Fáj a karom.
He carried a gun in his arm.
Fegyvert tartott a karjában.
She has a scar on her arm.
Heg van az ágyékán.
Arm grammar
Arm - Verb (Verb) / Verb, base form (Verb, base form)
Lemma: arm
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): arms
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): arm
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): armed
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): arming
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): arms
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): arm
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): arm
Syllables, Separation and Stress
arm Contains 1 syllables: arm
Phonetic transcription: ˈärm
arm , ˈärm (The red syllable is stressed)
Arm - 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.
arm: 500 - 600 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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