Dictionary
English - Hungarian
Board
bɔrd
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.
deszka, tábla, fedélzet, tanács, szállás
Board meanings in Hungarian
deszka
Example:
He put the board on the ground.
Fektette a deszkát a földre.
The board is made of wood.
A deszka fából készült.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Construction, carpentry, and general usage.
Note: Refers to a flat piece of material used in various constructions.
tábla
Example:
She wrote the rules on the board.
Ő felírta a szabályokat a táblára.
The teacher asked the students to look at the board.
A tanár megkérte a diákokat, hogy nézzenek a táblára.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Education, meetings, and presentations.
Note: Commonly used in educational and professional settings.
fedélzet
Example:
We boarded the ship early in the morning.
Reggel korán felszálltunk a hajóra.
The passengers are requested to board the plane now.
Az utasokat kérjük, hogy most szálljanak fel a repülőgépre.
Usage: formalContext: Travel, aviation, and maritime.
Note: Refers to the act of getting on a vehicle, especially ships and planes.
tanács
Example:
The board of directors met yesterday.
A igazgatóság tegnap ült össze.
She is a member of the board.
Ő a tanács tagja.
Usage: formalContext: Business, governance, and organizational structures.
Note: Refers to a group of individuals who manage or advise an organization.
szállás
Example:
We offer board and lodging.
Szállást és ellátást kínálunk.
He is living on board with his family.
Ő a családjával együtt lakik.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Hospitality and accommodation.
Note: Refers to meals provided with accommodation, often in a boarding house.
Board's synonyms
committee
A committee is a group of people appointed for a specific function or task.
Example: The board of directors held a meeting to discuss the company's financial performance.
Note: While a board typically refers to a group of decision-makers overseeing an organization, a committee is usually formed for a specific purpose or task.
panel
A panel is a group of people gathered to discuss or deliberate on a particular topic.
Example: The panel of experts convened to evaluate the research findings.
Note: A panel often implies a group assembled for discussion or evaluation, while a board usually has decision-making authority.
plank
A plank is a long, flat piece of timber used in construction or as a structural element.
Example: The carpenter measured and cut the wooden plank to fit the dimensions of the floor.
Note: While a board can refer to a flat, rigid piece of material, a plank specifically denotes a long and narrow piece of timber.
Board expressions, common phrases
On board
To be on board means to be physically present and ready to participate or travel.
Example: All passengers must be on board before the train departs.
Note: This phrase uses 'on board' in a figurative sense, implying being part of a group or organization.
Across the board
Refers to something that applies to everyone or everything without exceptions.
Example: The company implemented pay raises across the board for all employees.
Note: In this context, 'board' is used to represent a group or category of people or things.
Above board
To be honest and legal in one's actions, without deceit or hidden agendas.
Example: The negotiations were conducted above board with complete transparency.
Note: Originally used in gambling to refer to a game played on a table without cheating, the phrase now implies transparency and honesty in general dealings.
Go overboard
To do too much or be excessive in one's actions or behavior.
Example: She went overboard with decorations for the party, spending way too much.
Note: The original term refers to falling off a ship or boat and into the water. The idiom now signifies excessive behavior.
Get on board
To agree to or support a plan, idea, or decision.
Example: It took some time, but eventually, he got on board with the new project proposal.
Note: In this case, 'board' refers to being part of a team or group working towards a common goal.
Room and board
Refers to lodging and meals provided, especially in exchange for work or as part of an agreement.
Example: The university offers a scholarship covering tuition, room, and board for deserving students.
Note: Originally used to describe accommodations on a ship, it now signifies living arrangements with meals included.
Board everyday (slang) expressions
Boardroom
Refers to a meeting room where important decisions are made or discussions are held.
Example: Let's take this discussion to the boardroom.
Note: Boardroom specifically denotes a meeting room setting.
Boardies
Short for boardshorts, which are swimwear designed for water activities like surfing.
Example: I love surfing in my boardies.
Note: Boardies is a more casual and colloquial term for boardshorts.
Back to the drawing board
Indicates the need to start over or rethink a plan due to failure or problems.
Example: The project didn't work out, so it's back to the drawing board.
Note: The phrase implies a return to the initial stage of planning or design.
Board games
Refers to games played on a flat surface with counters or pieces, like Monopoly or Chess.
Example: Let's have a game night with some board games.
Note: Board games distinctively require a physical board for gameplay.
In over my head
Means to be involved in a situation that is too difficult to manage or understand.
Example: I'm feeling in over my head with this new project.
Note: The slang expression implies being overwhelmed or out of one's depth.
Cutting board
A flat board used for cutting food in the kitchen.
Example: Let me grab a cutting board to chop these vegetables.
Note: Cutting board specifically refers to a board designed for food preparation.
Board - Examples
The teacher wrote the lesson on the board.
A tanár leírta a leckét a táblára.
He cut the wood board into smaller pieces.
Kisebb darabokra vágta a fadeszkát.
The board of directors decided to invest in new technology.
A testület úgy döntött, hogy befektet az új technológiába.
Board grammar
Board - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: board
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): boards, board
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): board
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): boarded
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): boarding
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): boards
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): board
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): board
Syllables, Separation and Stress
board Contains 1 syllables: board
Phonetic transcription: ˈbȯrd
board , ˈbȯrd (The red syllable is stressed)
Board - 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.
board: 500 - 600 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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