communicative
gb/kəmjˈunɪkɪtɪv/ us/kəmjˈunɪkɪtɪv/
B2
English
kommunikatív, közlékeny, nyílt, sokatmondó, kifejező
B2
1
kommunikatív
B2
közlékeny
B2
Usage pattern:
[someone] is communicative (with/about [someone/something])
He’s friendly and communicative, so group projects are easy with him.
Barátságos és kommunikatív, ezért könnyű vele együtt dolgozni a csoportfeladatokban.
After a few weeks, she became more communicative with the team.
Néhány hét után sokkal kommunikatívabb lett a csapatban.
I wish he were more communicative about what he wants.
Learner examples
My sister is very communicative.
A nővérem nagyon kommunikatív.
Try to be communicative with your classmates.
Próbálj meg kommunikatív lenni az osztálytársaiddal.
Common mistake:
Do not confuse with communicative meaning “related to communication methods” (common in language teaching).
Meaning
willing and able to talk
Collocations
a communicative person
|a very communicative child
|more communicative
|highly communicative
|quite communicative
|naturally communicative
|open and communicative
|communicative with colleagues
|communicative about feelings
|not very communicative
Synonyms
talkative (Emphasizes talking a lot, not necessarily clarity.)
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articulate (Emphasizes clear expression, not necessarily willingness to share.)
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forthcoming (Emphasizes readiness to give information.)
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expressive (Emphasizes showing feelings, often nonverbally too.)
Antonyms
uncommunicative (Not willing to talk or share information.)
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reserved (Quiet and not showing feelings easily.)
Themes
people
|conversation
|emotions
|relationships
Definition
If someone is communicative, they talk and share ideas or feelings easily.
Willing and able to communicate thoughts and feelings clearly and easily.
B2
2
nyílt
B1
Usage pattern:
a communicative [team/relationship/atmosphere/style]
They’ve built a communicative workplace where feedback is normal.
Olyan nyílt munkahelyi légkört alakítottak ki, ahol természetes a visszajelzés.
A communicative relationship depends on trust and honesty.
Az olyan kapcsolat, ahol nyílt a kommunikáció, a bizalmon és az őszinteségen múlik.
The new manager created a more communicative culture on the team.
Learner examples
We want a communicative class.
Olyan osztályt szeretnénk, ahol mindenki szabadon megosztja a gondolatait.
Good couples are communicative.
A jó párok nyíltan kommunikálnak egymással.
Common mistake:
Often used about groups or relationships; avoid using it for physical devices (use “communication” or “connected” instead).
Meaning
encouraging open exchange
Collocations
a communicative team
|a communicative relationship
|a communicative workplace
|a communicative culture
|a communicative environment
|a communicative atmosphere
|a communicative style
|clear and communicative
|open, communicative leadership
|a more communicative approach
Synonyms
open (General; not limited to communication.)
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transparent (Often about sharing information honestly, especially in organizations.)
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collaborative (Emphasizes working together, not just exchanging information.)
Antonyms
closed (Not sharing information or feelings openly.)
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secretive (Actively hiding information.)
Themes
work
|relationships
|education
|social
Definition
A communicative team or relationship shares information and feelings openly.
Allowing or encouraging people to share information, ideas, or feelings freely with one another.
C1
3
sokatmondó
B2
kifejező
B1
Usage pattern:
a communicative [gesture/look/design/sign]
She gave him a communicative glance that clearly meant “stop.”
Beszédes pillantást vetett rá, ami egyértelműen azt jelentette: „hagyd abba”.
The icons are simple but very communicative.
Az ikonok egyszerűek, mégis nagyon kifejezőek.
His hands were surprisingly communicative even when he said nothing.
Learner examples
His face was communicative.
Az arca nagyon sokatmondó volt.
The sign is communicative and easy to understand.
A jelzés informatív és könnyen érthető.
Common mistake:
Not usually used to mean “communicating electronically” (use “connected,” “online,” or “in contact”).
Meaning
conveying meaning or information
Collocations
a communicative gesture
|a communicative look
|communicative body language
|a communicative expression
|a communicative design
|a communicative sign
|highly communicative
|visually communicative
|clear and communicative
|communicative cues
Synonyms
expressive (Often about showing feelings rather than giving information.)
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informative (Focuses on giving useful information.)
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meaningful (Focuses on significance rather than transmission.)
Antonyms
meaningless (Does not convey a message or significance.)
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ambiguous (Communicates an unclear or multiple possible messages.)
Themes
communication
|media
|body_language
|design
Definition
If something is communicative, it shows or sends a clear message.
Serving to communicate meaning, information, or a message; expressive or informative.
C1
TECHNICAL
4
kommunikatív
C1
Usage pattern:
communicative [method/approach/activity/task]
The course uses communicative activities like role-plays and interviews.
A tanfolyam olyan kommunikatív tevékenységeket használ, mint a szerepjátékok és az interjúk.
She prefers a communicative approach that gets students speaking from day one.
Ő a kommunikatív megközelítést részesíti előnyben, amely már az első naptól beszélteti a diákokat.
The exam includes communicative tasks such as giving directions.
Learner examples
Our teacher uses communicative activities.
A tanárunk kommunikatív tevékenységeket használ.
I like communicative lessons.
Szeretem a kommunikatív órákat.
Common mistake:
This is a technical education meaning; it does not simply mean “talkative.”
Meaning
focused on real communication
Collocations
communicative activities
|a communicative task
|a communicative method
|a communicative approach
|communicative practice
|communicative goals
|communicative teaching
|communicative classrooms
|communicative competence
|communicative language learning
Synonyms
interaction-based (Highlights interaction as the main learning tool.)
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meaning-focused (Highlights focusing on meaning rather than form.)
Antonyms
grammar-based (Focused mainly on grammatical rules and accuracy.)
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non-communicative (Not requiring exchange of meaning (e.g., drill-style tasks).)
Themes
education
|linguistics
|language_learning
Definition
In language classes, communicative means practicing speaking and understanding in real situations.
In language learning and linguistics, emphasizing the use of language to communicate meaning in real situations rather than focusing mainly on rules and forms.
Grammar
Dictionary form
communicative
IPA
GB/kəmjˈunɪkɪtɪv/
US/kəmjˈunɪkɪtɪv/
Syllables & stress
com - mu - nic - at - ive (5 syllables)
Stress on 2nd syllable (mu)
Word forms
Adjective
- Base: communicative
Word family
Core family
Related words
communicatively
adverb
miscommunicate
verb
miscommunication
noun
communicable
adjective
Negative and opposite forms
uncommunicative
adjective
Advanced or less common
communicability
noun
Expressions
communicative ability
1/kəmjˈunɪkɪtɪv əbˈɪləti/
fixed phrase
capacity to communicate effectively
Communicative ability is how well you can communicate.
Examples
- The program aims to build students’ communicative ability through discussion.
- Her communicative ability in French is stronger than her grammar knowledge.
- The interview tested communicative ability under pressure.
Learner examples
- Reading helps my communicative ability.
- Practice improves communicative ability.
communicative act
1/kəmjˈunɪkɪtɪv ˈækt/
fixed phrase
technical
an act meant to communicate
A communicative act is something you do to send a message to someone.
Examples
- Pointing can be a communicative act even without words.
- The study analyzed each communicative act during the conversation.
- A smile may function as a communicative act in some situations.
communicative approach
1/kəmjˈunɪkɪtɪv əpɹˈoʊt͡ʃ/
fixed phrase
technical
teaching focused on interaction
A communicative approach helps students learn by speaking and using the language in real situations.
Examples
- The school adopted a communicative approach to language teaching.
- A communicative approach usually includes pair work and role-plays.
- Teachers can combine a communicative approach with focused grammar practice.
Learner examples
- We use a communicative approach in class.
communicative competence
1/kəmjˈunɪkɪtɪv kˈɑmpətɪns/
fixed phrase
technical
knowing how to use language
Communicative competence means using a language correctly and appropriately in real life.
Examples
- The course targets communicative competence through real-world tasks.
- Grammar drills alone don’t guarantee communicative competence.
- Role-plays can help learners build communicative competence.
Learner examples
- Practice helps communicative competence.
communicative intent
1/kəmjˈunɪkɪtɪv ɪntˈɛnt/
fixed phrase
technical
intention to send a message
Communicative intent is wanting to communicate and trying to send a message.
Examples
- The therapist looked for signs of communicative intent, such as pointing or eye contact.
- Even simple gestures can show communicative intent.
- The child’s communicative intent increased with familiar routines.
communicative language teaching
1/kəmjˈunɪkɪtɪv lˈæŋɡwɪd͡ʒ tˈit͡ʃɪŋ/
fixed phrase
technical
method teaching communication first
Communicative language teaching is a method where students learn by using the language to communicate.
Examples
- Communicative language teaching encourages students to negotiate meaning.
- The textbook was designed for communicative language teaching classrooms.
- Some teachers blend communicative language teaching with explicit grammar lessons.
communicative skills
1/kəmjˈunɪkɪtɪv skˈɪlz/
fixed phrase
ability to communicate well
Communicative skills are skills for speaking, listening, and sharing ideas clearly.
Examples
- The role requires strong communicative skills and teamwork.
- Training focused on communicative skills like active listening and clear writing.
- Her communicative skills improved quickly after she joined the debate club.
Learner examples
- I want to improve my communicative skills.
- He has good communicative skills.