consideration
gb/kənsˌɪdɚˈeɪʃən/ us/kənsˌɪdɚˈeɪʃən/
B1
English
~ 1300
mérlegelés, megfontolás, szempont, figyelmesség, tekintettel van valakire/valamire, ellenszolgáltatás, ellenérték
NOUN
B1
1
mérlegelés
B2
megfontolás
B2
Usage pattern:
give [something] consideration
After much consideration, she decided to accept the job offer.
Hosszas mérlegelés után úgy döntött, hogy elfogadja az állásajánlatot.
We need to give serious consideration to the environmental impact.
Komolyan mérlegelnünk kell a környezeti hatásokat.
The proposal is still under consideration by the board.
I appreciate your consideration of my request.
Learner examples
After much consideration, he said yes.
Hosszas mérlegelés után igent mondott.
We gave the plan careful consideration.
Alaposan megfontoltuk a tervet.
The idea is still under consideration.
Thank you for your kind consideration.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse this with 'considerations' (plural), which often refers to different factors or reasons rather than the act of thinking carefully.
Meaning
Careful thought before deciding
Collocations
give consideration to
|take into consideration
|serious consideration
|due consideration
Synonyms
deliberation (More formal and emphasizes a process of careful discussion or weighing of options.)
Antonyms
impulsiveness (Acting without thought or planning, which is the opposite of careful consideration.)
Themes
decision-making
|thinking
|daily life
|education
|work
|core_vocabulary
Definition
When you think carefully about something before you decide.
The act of thinking carefully about something before making a decision or forming an opinion.
NOUN
B1
2
szempont
B1
Usage pattern:
[something] is an important consideration
Cost is an important consideration when choosing a new car.
Az ár fontos szempont, amikor új autót választunk.
Safety should be your main consideration during the trip.
Az utazás során a biztonság legyen a legfontosabb szempontod.
Several considerations influenced their decision to move abroad.
Learner examples
Price is an important consideration.
Az ár fontos szempont.
Safety is our main consideration.
A biztonság a fő szempontunk.
We have many considerations before we choose.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse this meaning with 'careful thought'; here it refers to the specific thing being considered, not the act of thinking.
Meaning
A factor in making a decision
Collocations
important consideration
|main consideration
|safety consideration
|financial consideration
Synonyms
factor (General term for something that affects a decision; less formal than 'consideration'.)
Antonyms
irrelevance (Something unrelated or unimportant to the decision.)
Themes
decision-making
|planning
|work
|business
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Something important that you think about when making a choice.
A fact or circumstance that must be taken into account when making a decision.
NOUN
B1
3
Usage pattern:
show consideration for [someone/something]
Please show some consideration for the neighbors and keep the noise down.
Kérlek, legyetek tekintettel a szomszédokra, és ne zajongjatok.
He acted out of consideration for her health.
Az egészségére való tekintettel járt el így.
Her lack of consideration upset everyone in the group.
Learner examples
He showed great consideration for his friend.
Nagy figyelmességet tanúsított a barátja iránt.
We should have consideration for old people.
Tekintettel kell lennünk az idős emberekre.
She has no consideration for others.
Common mistake:
Learners may confuse this with 'careful thought' meaning; here it refers specifically to kindness and respect toward others.
Meaning
Thoughtfulness toward others
Collocations
show consideration for
|lack of consideration
|out of consideration for
Synonyms
thoughtfulness (Emphasizes thinking about others' comfort and feelings.)
Antonyms
selfishness (Focusing only on oneself without regard for others.)
Themes
emotions
|social behavior
|relationships
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Thinking about what other people want or need and being kind to them.
Politeness and thoughtfulness toward other people's feelings and needs.
NOUN
C1
FORMAL
4
ellenérték
B2
The company offered him $5,000 in consideration of his years of service.
A cég 5000 dollárt ajánlott fel neki többéves szolgálatának ellenszolgáltatásaként.
In legal terms, a contract requires some form of consideration from both parties.
Jogi értelemben egy szerződéshez mindkét fél részéről szükség van valamilyen ellenszolgáltatásra.
Learner examples
He got money in consideration of his work.
A munkájáért ellenszolgáltatásként pénzt kapott.
A contract needs some form of consideration.
Egy szerződéshez szükség van valamilyen ellenszolgáltatásra.
They gave her a gift in consideration of her help.
Meaning
Payment given in return for something
Collocations
in consideration of
|adequate consideration
Synonyms
compensation (General term for something given to make up for work, loss, or effort.)
Antonyms
nonpayment (The state of giving nothing in return when something is expected.)
Themes
business
|law
|finance
Definition
Money or something else you give in return for something you get.
Something given, such as money or a benefit, in return for goods, services, or another act; especially in legal contexts.
Grammar
Dictionary form
consideration
IPA
GB/kənsˌɪdɚˈeɪʃən/
US/kənsˌɪdɚˈeɪʃən/
Syllables & stress
con - sid - er - a - tion (5 syllables)
Stress on 3rd syllable (er)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: consideration
- Plural: consideration, considerations
Word family
Forms
considerations
noun
Core family
consider
verb B1
considerate
adjective B1
Related words
Negative and opposite forms
inconsiderate
adjective
Advanced or less common
considerately
adverb
reconsideration
noun
Expressions
in consideration of
1/ˈɪn kənsˌɪdɚˈeɪʃən əv/
fixed phrase
formal
Because of something given or done in return
Because something is given or done for someone in return for something else.
Examples
- He was let go early in consideration of his good behavior.
- They received extra benefits in consideration of their long service.
out of consideration for
1/ˈaʊt əv kənsˌɪdɚˈeɪʃən fɚ/
fixed phrase
Because you care about someone’s needs or feelings
Because you want to be kind or polite to someone.
Examples
- She left early out of consideration for her tired guests.
- He avoided loud music out of consideration for his neighbors.
take into consideration
1/tˈeɪk ˈɪntu kənsˌɪdɚˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
Include in your thinking before deciding
To think about something when you make a decision.
Examples
- Please take into consideration the time it will take to travel there.
- We must take all possible risks into consideration before starting the project.