connexion
gb/kənˈɛkʃən/ us/kənˈɛkʃən/
B2
English
kapcsolat, összefüggés, kapcsolatok, összeköttetések, csatlakozás, összeköttetés, viszony, szerelmi viszony
NOUN
B2
ARCHAIC
1
kapcsolat
A2
Usage pattern:
a/the connexion (between [thing] and [thing])
In older books you may see the spelling “connexion” instead of “connection.”
Régebbi könyvekben a „connection” helyett a „connexion” írásmóddal is találkozhatsz.
The company kept the traditional spelling “Connexion” in its name.
A cég megtartotta a hagyományos „Connexion” írásmódot a nevében.
This dictionary lists “connexion” as a variant of “connection.”
Learner examples
Connexion is an old spelling of connection.
A connexion a connection régi írásmódja.
Common mistake:
In modern English, connection is the standard spelling in most contexts.
Meaning
spelling of connection
Collocations
close connexion
|direct connexion
|a connexion between
|in connexion with
Synonyms
connection (Standard modern spelling.)
Antonyms
disconnection (The opposite idea of being connected.)
Themes
language
|writing
Definition
Connexion is an old spelling of connection.
A less common spelling of connection, now mainly found in older British English and in some organization or place names.
NOUN
B2
LITERARY
2
kapcsolat
A2
összefüggés
B1
Usage pattern:
a connexion between [thing] and [thing]
Researchers found a connexion between poor sleep and reduced concentration.
A kutatók összefüggést találtak a rossz alvás és a csökkent koncentráció között.
She saw no connexion between the two incidents.
Nem látott kapcsolatot a két incidens között.
The article explores the connexion between language and identity.
Learner examples
There is a connexion between diet and health.
Kapcsolat van az étrend és az egészség között.
Common mistake:
Learners often miss that connexion here means the same as connection, not a different word.
Meaning
link or relationship
Collocations
a clear connexion
|a strong connexion
|a causal connexion
|a connexion between
|discover a connexion
|trace a connexion
Synonyms
link (Often slightly more general and informal.)
|
relationship (Common when talking about people or broader associations.)
Antonyms
separation (Emphasizes being apart rather than linked.)
|
unrelatedness (No meaningful link exists.)
Themes
daily_life
|social
|thinking
Definition
A connexion is a link between two things.
A link, relationship, or association between people, events, ideas, or things.
NOUN
C1
FORMAL
3
kapcsolatok
B2
Usage pattern:
[someone] has connexions (in/with [place/organization])
He got the interview through family connexions.
Családi kapcsolatok révén jutott interjúhoz.
Her political connexions opened doors that were closed to others.
Politikai kapcsolatai olyan ajtókat nyitottak meg előtte, amelyek mások előtt zárva maradtak.
Without local connexions, it was hard to find reliable suppliers.
Learner examples
She has many connexions in the city.
Sok kapcsolata van a városban.
Common mistake:
This sense is usually plural in modern use (connections); the spelling connexions is rare.
Meaning
useful social contacts
Collocations
political connexions
|family connexions
|business connexions
|use one's connexions
|powerful connexions
|local connexions
Synonyms
contacts (More neutral; does not always imply influence.)
|
connections (Standard modern spelling; often implies advantage.)
Antonyms
isolation (Lack of helpful social links.)
Themes
work
|business
|society
Definition
Connexions are people you know who can help you.
A person’s social or professional contacts, especially ones that can help them get opportunities or influence decisions.
NOUN
B2
FORMAL
4
csatlakozás
B1
Usage pattern:
a connexion to [place] | make a connexion | miss a connexion
We missed our connexion in Paris and had to wait for the next train.
Lekéstük a csatlakozást Párizsban, és meg kellett várnunk a következő vonatot.
There is a morning rail connexion to the airport.
Van egy reggeli vasúti összeköttetés a repülőtérre.
Allow extra time if you need to make a connexion at a busy station.
Learner examples
I missed my connexion.
Lekéstem a csatlakozást.
Common mistake:
In everyday travel English, connection/connecting service is much more common than connexion.
Meaning
transport link between services
Collocations
make a connexion
|miss a connexion
|a direct connexion
|a late connexion
|a connexion to
|a rail connexion
Synonyms
transfer (Focuses on the act of changing vehicles/services.)
|
connection (Standard modern spelling.)
Antonyms
direct route (No change to another service is needed.)
Themes
travel
|transport
Definition
A connexion is a transport service you take after another one.
A link between two transport services, such as a train, bus, or flight that you can catch after another one.
NOUN
B2
TECHNICAL
5
kapcsolat
B1
Usage pattern:
a connexion to [network/service] | lose a connexion
The report mentions an encrypted connexion to the server.
A jelentés egy titkosított kapcsolatról tesz említést a szerverhez.
The video kept buffering because the connexion was unstable.
A videó folyton akadozott, mert instabil volt a kapcsolat.
After the storm, the village had no phone connexion for two days.
Learner examples
My internet connexion is slow today.
Ma lassú az internetkapcsolatom.
Common mistake:
Modern technical English almost always uses connection rather than connexion.
Meaning
phone or internet link
Collocations
internet connexion
|network connexion
|a stable connexion
|a secure connexion
|lose a connexion
|establish a connexion
Synonyms
connection (Standard modern spelling; overwhelmingly preferred.)
|
link (More general and less technical.)
Antonyms
outage (A period when service is unavailable.)
Themes
technology
|communication
Definition
A connexion is a link to the internet or a phone network.
A link to a communications network, such as a phone line or the internet.
NOUN
C1
LITERARY
6
viszony
B2
Usage pattern:
a connexion with [someone]
The novel hints at a secret connexion between the two characters.
A regény egy titkos viszonyra utal a két szereplő között.
Their brief connexion ended when he moved away.
Rövid viszonyuk véget ért, amikor elköltözött.
Rumors spread about his connexion with a rival’s spouse.
Common mistake:
This is a more literary sense; in everyday English, people usually say relationship or affair.
Meaning
romantic or sexual relationship
Collocations
a secret connexion
|a brief connexion
|an illicit connexion
|a connexion with
|end a connexion
|begin a connexion
Synonyms
affair (Often implies cheating or secrecy.)
|
liaison (More formal; often used for discreet relationships.)
Antonyms
friendship (A non-romantic relationship.)
Themes
relationships
|society
Definition
A connexion can mean a secret romantic relationship.
A romantic or sexual relationship, especially one that is private or not officially recognized.
Grammar
Dictionary form
connexion
IPA
GB/kənˈɛkʃən/
US/kənˈɛkʃən/
Syllables & stress
con - nex - ion (3 syllables)
Stress on 2nd syllable (nex)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: connexion
- Plural: connexion, connexions
Word family
Forms
connexions
noun
Core family
Related words
Negative and opposite forms
Advanced or less common
connectivity
noun
interconnect
verb
interconnected
adjective
Expressions
in connexion with
1/ˈɪn kənˈɛkʃən wˈɪθ/
fixed phrase
formal
related to; concerning
It means “about” or “related to.”
Examples
- I am writing in connexion with your recent application.
- Questions were raised in connexion with the contract.
- He was interviewed in connexion with the incident.
Learner examples
- I am calling in connexion with your order.