cultivation
gb/kˌʌltɪvˈeɪʃən/ us/kˌʌltɪvˈeɪʃən/
B1
English
~ 5000
növénytermesztés, földművelés, termesztés, fejlesztés, kialakítás, ápolás, műveltség, kifinomultság, kulturáltság
NOUN
B1
1
Usage pattern:
the cultivation of [plants/crops]
Rice cultivation is common in this region.
Ezen a vidéken elterjedt a rizstermesztés.
The cultivation of organic vegetables has increased in recent years.
Az utóbbi években nőtt a biozöldségek termesztése.
Proper soil preparation is essential for successful cultivation.
Cultivation requires both knowledge and patience.
New irrigation systems have improved crop cultivation.
Learner examples
He works in rice cultivation.
Rizstermesztésben dolgozik.
Cultivation needs water and sun.
A termesztéshez vízre és napfényre van szükség.
Cultivation helps people grow food.
They use machines for cultivation.
Cultivation takes a lot of time.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'cultivation' with 'culture', but 'cultivation' in this sense refers specifically to growing plants or crops.
Meaning
The act of growing plants
Collocations
rice cultivation
|wheat cultivation
|cultivation techniques
|cultivation methods
|cultivation area
Synonyms
farming (More general; can include raising animals as well as growing crops.)
|
agriculture (Formal term often used for the industry or science of farming.)
Antonyms
neglect (Failure to care for or grow plants, leading to poor results.)
Themes
agriculture
|food
|environment
|nature
|food_drink
|work
Definition
The act of growing plants or crops on land.
The act or process of preparing and using land to grow crops or plants.
NOUN
B2
2
Usage pattern:
the cultivation of [a skill/relationship/quality]
The cultivation of good habits is important for success.
A jó szokások kialakítása fontos a sikerhez.
She focused on the cultivation of her leadership skills.
Vezetői készségeinek fejlesztésére összpontosított.
His speech showed the cultivation of years of study and practice.
The company values the cultivation of strong client relationships.
Cultivation of creativity can lead to innovation.
Learner examples
The cultivation of skills takes time.
A készségek fejlesztése időbe telik.
She works on the cultivation of her English.
Az angoltudása fejlesztésén dolgozik.
Cultivation of friendship is important.
They help in the cultivation of young talent.
Cultivation of good habits is healthy.
Common mistake:
Learners may overuse 'training' instead, but 'cultivation' suggests a broader and more gradual improvement than formal instruction alone.
Meaning
The act of improving skills or qualities
Collocations
cultivation of talent
|cultivation of friendship
|cultivation of patience
|cultivation of trust
Synonyms
development (General term for growth or progress in something.)
|
nurturing (Implies caring support over time for growth.)
Antonyms
neglect (Failure to care for or improve something.)
Themes
self-improvement
|education
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
Definition
The act of making a skill, quality, or friendship better through hard work.
The process of improving, developing, or refining a skill, quality, or relationship through careful effort.
NOUN
C1
FORMAL
3
He is a person of great cultivation and taste.
Nagy műveltségű és jó ízlésű ember.
Her writing shows cultivation and depth.
Írása műveltségről és mélységről árulkodik.
They admired his cultivation and charm.
Cultivation was valued highly in that society.
His speech reflected years of cultivation.
Learner examples
He has cultivation in art.
Művelt a művészetek terén.
Her words show cultivation.
Szavai műveltségről árulkodnak.
They like his cultivation and style.
Cultivation is important in this school.
She speaks with cultivation.
Common mistake:
Learners may confuse this with 'culture'; here it refers to personal refinement rather than shared customs.
Meaning
Refinement and good manners
Collocations
a man of cultivation
|show cultivation in speech
|display cultivation
Synonyms
refinement (Focuses on polished manners and taste.)
|
sophistication (Emphasizes worldliness and cultural knowledge.)
Antonyms
crudeness (Lack of refinement or good manners.)
Themes
society
|education
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
Definition
A high level of learning and good manners.
The state of having refined tastes, good manners, and an educated mind.
Grammar
Dictionary form
cultivation
IPA
GB/kˌʌltɪvˈeɪʃən/
US/kˌʌltɪvˈeɪʃən/
Syllables & stress
cul - tiv - a - tion (4 syllables)
Stress on 3rd syllable (a)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: cultivation
- Plural: cultivation, cultivations
Word family
Expressions
bring into cultivation
1/bɹˈɪŋ ˈɪntu kˌʌltɪvˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
Start using land for crops
To start using land to grow plants or crops.
Examples
- They plan to bring more land into cultivation next year.
- The valley was brought into cultivation after irrigation was introduced.
under cultivation
1/ˈʌndɚ kˌʌltɪvˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
Land used for growing crops now
Land that is being used to grow plants or crops now.
Examples
- Half the farmland is under cultivation this season.
- These fields have been under cultivation for decades.