configuration
gb/kənfˌɪɡjɚˈeɪʃən/ us/kənfˌɪɡjɚˈeɪʃən/
B2
English
~ 2200
elrendezés, konfiguráció, beállítás, alak, alakzat
NOUN
B2
1
elrendezés
B1
konfiguráció
B2
Usage pattern:
the configuration of [something]
The new software allows easy changes to the system configuration.
Az új szoftverrel könnyen módosítható a rendszer konfigurációja.
The seating configuration in the hall can be adjusted for different events.
A teremben az ülőhelyek elrendezése a különböző eseményekhez igazítható.
Engineers discussed the wing configuration for the new aircraft.
The default configuration should work for most users.
We need to check the network configuration before installing the update.
Learner examples
This is the default configuration of the program.
Ez a program alapértelmezett konfigurációja.
The chairs are in a circle configuration.
A székek kör alakban vannak elrendezve.
We can change the configuration of the tables.
The network configuration is not correct.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'configuration' with 'confirmation' due to similar spelling and pronunciation.
Meaning
Arrangement of parts or elements
Collocations
system configuration
|network configuration
|default configuration
|current configuration
|change the configuration
Synonyms
arrangement (More general and used in a wider variety of contexts, not just technical.)
|
layout (Often refers to physical or visual arrangement.)
Antonyms
disorder (Refers to a lack of arrangement or organization.)
Themes
technology
|design
|science
|core_vocabulary
Definition
The way parts of something are put together or arranged.
The way in which the parts of something are arranged or organized.
NOUN
B2
TECHNICAL
2
beállítás
A2
konfiguráció
B2
Usage pattern:
the configuration of [a device/system]
Please review the configuration before starting the server.
Kérjük, nézze át a konfigurációt, mielőtt elindítja a szervert.
You can save your preferred configuration in a file.
A kívánt beállításokat elmentheted egy fájlba.
The technician changed the router's configuration to improve speed.
Incorrect configuration caused the application to crash.
Learner examples
I changed the configuration of my phone.
Megváltoztattam a telefonom beállításait.
The computer has a new configuration now.
A számítógép most már új beállításokkal működik.
We saved the configuration in a file.
The wrong configuration made the program stop.
Meaning
Settings that control operation
Collocations
software configuration
|hardware configuration
|configuration file
|configuration settings
Synonyms
setup (Informal; often used for initial preparation of a system.)
|
settings (Common in everyday tech use; generally refers to adjustable options.)
Antonyms
factory reset (Restoring to original state, removing all custom configurations.)
Themes
technology
|computing
Definition
The settings that control how a computer or device works.
A set of options or parameters that determine how a computer system, device, or software functions.
NOUN
B2
3
Usage pattern:
the configuration of [something]
The dancers moved into a circular configuration.
A táncosok kör alakzatba rendeződtek.
This building has an unusual roof configuration.
Ennek az épületnek szokatlan a tetőformája.
The stars formed a distinctive configuration in the night sky.
Learner examples
The chairs are in a square configuration.
A székek négyzet alakban vannak elrendezve.
We saw a star configuration in the sky.
Csillag alakzatot láttunk az égen.
The rocks have a strange configuration.
Meaning
Shape formed by arrangement
Collocations
star configuration
|triangular configuration
|spatial configuration
Synonyms
form (More general; can refer to physical shape or type.)
|
pattern (Focuses on repeated shapes or arrangements.)
Antonyms
amorphousness (Lack of definite shape or arrangement.)
Themes
geometry
|design
|core_vocabulary
Definition
The shape made by how parts are arranged.
The overall shape or outline created by the arrangement of parts.
Grammar
Dictionary form
configuration
IPA
GB/kənfˌɪɡjɚˈeɪʃən/
US/kənfˌɪɡjɚˈeɪʃən/
Syllables & stress
con - fig - ur - a - tion (5 syllables)
Stress on 3rd syllable (ur)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: configuration
- Plural: configurations
Word family
Forms
configurations
noun
Core family
configure
verb B2
configurable
adjective
Related words
config
noun
reconfigure
verb
reconfiguration
noun
Negative and opposite forms
misconfigure
verb
misconfiguration
noun
Advanced or less common
configurator
noun
configurational
adjective
Expressions
change the configuration
1/t͡ʃˈeɪnd͡ʒ ðə kənfˌɪɡjɚˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
Alter arrangement or settings
To make changes to how parts are arranged or how settings are set.
Examples
- We need to change the configuration of the seating for tomorrow's event.
- You can change the configuration through the settings menu.
default configuration
1/dɪfˈɔlt kənfˌɪɡjɚˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
technical
Standard preset system settings
The normal settings a device or program has when you first get it, before you change anything.
Examples
- After the update, the app returned to its default configuration.
- Most users never change the default configuration of their routers.
network configuration
1/nˈɛtwˌɚk kənfˌɪɡjɚˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
technical
Settings and layout of network components
How computers and devices are connected and set up to work together.
Examples
- The IT team is working on improving our network configuration.
- Incorrect network configuration can cause connection problems.