backup
gb/bˈækˌʌp/ us/bˈækˌʌp/
A2
English
~ 3200
biztonsági mentés, biztonsági másolat, tartalék, beugró, erősítés, torlódás, felhalmozódás, visszatorlódás, biztonsági mentést készít
NOUN
A2
1
Usage pattern:
make [a] backup
You should make a backup of your photos before upgrading your phone.
Érdemes biztonsági mentést készítened a fotóidról a telefonod frissítése előtt.
The IT department runs a nightly backup of all company servers.
Az informatikai osztály minden éjjel biztonsági mentést készít a cég összes szerveréről.
I accidentally deleted the file, but luckily I had a backup stored on an external drive.
Learner examples
I keep a backup of my work on a USB stick.
A munkámról egy pendrive-on tartok biztonsági mentést.
He made a backup before changing the program.
Biztonsági mentést készített, mielőtt módosította a programot.
We have a backup of the report on the cloud.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'backup' with 'restore'; 'backup' is the copy you make, 'restore' is putting it back.
Meaning
Extra copy of computer data
Collocations
data backup
|cloud backup
|backup file
|automatic backup
|backup system
Synonyms
duplicate (General term for an exact copy, not limited to digital data.)
Antonyms
original (The primary version of the data, not a copy.)
Themes
technology
|computing
|work
|business
|core_vocabulary
Definition
A copy of computer files kept in case the originals are lost or broken.
A duplicate of computer files or data that is kept separately to protect against loss or damage.
NOUN
B1
2
Usage pattern:
call for [backup]
The police officer called for backup when the suspect became aggressive.
A rendőr erősítést kért, amikor a gyanúsított agresszívvá vált.
We have a backup generator in case of a power outage.
Van egy tartalék generátorunk áramszünet esetére.
She's the backup goalie for the team.
Learner examples
The singer has a backup in case she is sick.
Az énekesnőnek van beugrója arra az esetre, ha megbetegedne.
We need backup to finish this job on time.
Erősítésre van szükségünk, hogy időben befejezzük ezt a munkát.
The team has a backup player.
Common mistake:
Learners may confuse 'backup' with 'support' in general; 'backup' often implies readiness to replace or assist in urgent situations.
Meaning
Replacement person or equipment
Collocations
call for backup
|police backup
|emergency backup
|backup generator
Synonyms
substitute (Focuses on replacing someone in a role, not always in emergencies.)
Antonyms
primary (The main person or resource used first.)
Themes
work
|emergency
|sports
|business
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Someone or something ready to help or replace another if needed.
A person, group, or piece of equipment that is available to take over or assist if the main one fails or is unavailable.
NOUN
B1
3
There was a huge traffic backup after the accident.
A baleset után hatalmas forgalmi torlódás alakult ki.
A sewer backup flooded the basement.
A visszatorlódó szennyvíz elárasztotta a pincét.
The festival caused a backup at the ticket gates.
Learner examples
There is a traffic backup on this road.
Forgalmi torlódás van ezen az úton.
The pipe broke and caused a water backup.
Eltört a cső, és emiatt visszatorlódott a víz.
We had a backup at the airport check-in.
Meaning
Blockage causing delay or buildup
Collocations
traffic backup
|sewer backup
|backup on the highway
Synonyms
jam (Informal term for a blockage, especially traffic.)
Antonyms
flow (Smooth and continuous movement without obstruction.)
Themes
transportation
|daily life
|daily_life
|core_vocabulary
Definition
When cars, people, or things cannot move because something is blocking the way.
A situation where movement or progress is slowed or stopped due to an obstruction, causing things to pile up.
VERB
A2
4
Usage pattern:
backup [files/data]
Don't forget to backup your work before shutting down.
Ne felejts el biztonsági mentést készíteni a munkádról, mielőtt leállítod a gépet.
The software will automatically backup your photos every night.
A szoftver minden éjjel automatikusan biztonsági mentést készít a fotóidról.
I need to backup my contacts before switching phones.
Learner examples
Please backup your work now.
Kérlek, most készíts biztonsági mentést a munkádról.
I will backup my photos today.
Ma biztonsági mentést készítek a fotóimról.
She backed up her phone data.
Meaning
Make a duplicate of computer files
Collocations
backup files
|backup data
|automatically backup
Synonyms
copy (General term for making another version of something; less specific about safety.)
Antonyms
delete (To remove data entirely without keeping a copy.)
Themes
technology
|computing
|business
|core_vocabulary
Definition
To make another copy of computer files so they are safe.
To create a duplicate copy of data or files to prevent loss.
Grammar
Dictionary form
backup
IPA
GB/bˈækˌʌp/
US/bˈækˌʌp/
Syllables & stress
backup (1 syllable)
Stress on 1st syllable (backup)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: backup
- Plural: backup, backups
Word family
Expressions
backup plan
1/bˈækˌʌp plˈæn/
fixed phrase
Spare plan in case of failure
Another plan you can use if your first plan does not work.
Examples
- We need a backup plan in case it rains on the wedding day.
- Always have a backup plan when traveling abroad.
call for backup
2/kˈɔl fɚ bˈækˌʌp/
fixed phrase
Ask for extra help urgently
To ask other people to come and help quickly, usually in emergencies.
Examples
- The officer had to call for backup when the crowd got violent.
- We may need to call for backup if the project falls behind schedule.
backup generator
3/bˈækˌʌp d͡ʒˈɛnɚˌeɪtɚ/
fixed phrase
Spare power generator for outages
A machine that makes electricity when the main power stops working.
Examples
- The hospital uses a backup generator during blackouts.
- The hospital's backup generator started automatically during the blackout.
- We installed a backup generator for emergencies.
- We installed a backup generator to protect the servers from power cuts.
- The school relies on a backup generator in the rainy season.