bit
gb/bˈɪt/ us/bˈɪt/
A2
English
~ 400
egy kicsit, egy kis, kicsit, bit, zabla, szám, jelenet, fúrószár
NOUN
A2
1
Usage pattern:
a bit of [something]
I need a bit of sugar for my coffee.
Kell egy kis cukor a kávémba.
She felt a bit tired after the long day.
Kicsit fáradtnak érezte magát a hosszú nap után.
Can you give me a bit more information?
It’s just a bit too expensive for me.
They waited a bit before starting the meeting.
Learner examples
I have a bit of milk in my tea.
Van egy kis tej a teámban.
He is a bit hungry.
Kicsit éhes.
We walked a bit in the park.
She wants a bit of water.
I waited a bit for the bus.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'a bit' with 'a bite', which refers to eating.
Meaning
a small amount
Collocations
a bit of time
|a little bit
|quite a bit
|just a bit
|bit more
Synonyms
small amount (More formal and literal than 'bit'.)
Antonyms
a lot (Indicates a large amount instead of a small one.)
Themes
daily life
|core_vocabulary
|daily_life
Definition
A small amount of something.
A small portion, degree, or quantity of something.
NOUN
B1
2
bit
B1
A byte is made up of eight bits.
Egy bájt nyolc bitből áll.
The file is 256 bits long.
A fájl 256 bit hosszú.
This program uses 64-bit encryption.
Bits are combined to store larger amounts of information.
Transmission errors can change bits from 0 to 1.
Learner examples
A bit is the smallest data unit in a computer.
A bit a számítógép legkisebb adategysége.
One byte has eight bits.
Egy bájt nyolc bitből áll.
The number 1 or 0 is a bit.
Computers use bits to store data.
The photo file has many bits.
Common mistake:
Some learners confuse 'bit' with 'byte', which is larger.
Meaning
binary digit in computing
Collocations
8-bit
|32-bit processor
|bit rate
|bit error
Synonyms
binary digit (Full form of the abbreviation 'bit'.)
Themes
technology
|science
|core_vocabulary
Definition
The smallest piece of computer data, shown as 0 or 1.
The smallest unit of data in computing, representing a 0 or 1.
NOUN
B2
3
zabla
B2
The rider adjusted the bit before mounting the horse.
A lovas megigazította a zablát, mielőtt felült a lóra.
A snaffle bit is gentler than other types.
A csikózabla kíméletesebb, mint más típusok.
The horse chewed on the bit nervously.
He replaced the old bit with a new stainless steel one.
The trainer recommended a different type of bit for better control.
Learner examples
The horse has a bit in its mouth.
A ló szájában zabla van.
The rider pulls the reins connected to the bit.
A lovas meghúzza a zablához kapcsolt kantárszárakat.
A snaffle bit is soft for the horse.
The bit helps guide the horse.
The metal bit is part of the bridle.
Meaning
metal mouthpiece for horse control
Collocations
snaffle bit
|curb bit
|bit and bridle
Synonyms
mouthpiece (In this context, refers specifically to horse equipment.)
Themes
animals
|sports
|transportation
Definition
A piece of metal in a horse's mouth used to guide it.
A metal bar placed in a horse's mouth and attached to the reins to help control it.
NOUN
B2
INFORMAL
4
He did a hilarious bit about airline food.
Előadott egy fergeteges számot a repülőn felszolgált ételekről.
The best part of the show was her magic bit.
A műsor legjobb része a bűvészszáma volt.
That comedy bit went viral online.
They rehearsed the new bit before going on stage.
His stand-up routine included several new bits.
Learner examples
The actor did a funny bit on stage.
A színész egy vicces jelenetet adott elő a színpadon.
She told a short joke as part of her bit.
Elmondott egy rövid viccet a műsorszáma részeként.
The comedy show had many bits.
He wrote a new bit for his act.
That was my favorite bit in the movie.
Meaning
short act or routine
Collocations
comedy bit
|do a bit
|funny bit
Synonyms
skit (Usually refers to a scripted short performance.)
Themes
entertainment
|arts_entertainment
|communication
Definition
A short act or joke in a show.
A short piece or routine performed as part of a show or act, often meant to be funny or entertaining.
NOUN
B1
TECHNICAL
5
fúrószár
B2
He replaced the drill bit before starting work.
Munka előtt kicserélte a fúrószárat.
Use a masonry bit for concrete walls.
Betonfalhoz használj betonfúró szárat.
The carpenter sharpened the bit for smoother cuts.
This set includes bits of different sizes.
Always secure the bit tightly before drilling.
Learner examples
The drill needs a new bit.
A fúróhoz új fúrószár kell.
This bit is for wood.
Ez a fúrószár fához való.
I put the bit into the drill.
He changed the drill bit quickly.
The metal bit makes holes fast.
Meaning
cutting part of a drill or tool
Collocations
drill bit
|masonry bit
|change the bit
Synonyms
drill head (Less common; refers specifically to the functional end of the drill.)
Themes
technology
|construction
|work
|daily_life
Definition
The part of a drill that makes holes.
The removable cutting or boring part of a drill or similar tool.
Grammar
Dictionary form
bit
IPA
GB/bˈɪt/
US/bˈɪt/
Syllables & stress
bit (1 syllable)
Stress on 1st syllable (bit)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: bit
- Plural: bits
Word family
Forms
bits
noun
Core family
bite
verb A2
Related words
bitty
adjective
Advanced or less common
tidbit
noun
Expressions
a bit much
1/ə bˈɪt mˈʌt͡ʃ/
fixed phrase
informal
slightly too much or extreme
More than is fair, reasonable, or comfortable.
Examples
- Asking me to work all weekend is a bit much.
- I think shouting at him was a bit much.
a fair bit
1/ə fˈɛɹ bˈɪt/
fixed phrase
informal
a moderately large amount
Quite a lot, but not too much.
Examples
- We’ve done a fair bit of work today.
- He travels a fair bit for his job.
bit by bit
1/bˈɪt bˈaɪ bˈɪt/
fixed phrase
gradually, in small steps
Slowly and in small amounts at a time.
Examples
- Bit by bit, he improved his English.
- They fixed the house bit by bit.
do one's bit
1/dˈu wˈʌnz bˈɪt/
idiom
make one's contribution to something
To do your part to help with something.
Examples
- Everyone needs to do their bit to save energy.
- She always does her bit for charity.
every bit as
1/ˈɛvɹi bˈɪt ˈæz/
fixed phrase
equally, to the same extent
Completely equal in amount or degree compared to something else.
Examples
- She is every bit as talented as her brother.
- This cake is every bit as good as yours.