emphasis
gb/ˈɛmfəsɪs/ us/ˈɛmfəsɪs/
B1
English
~ 1800
hangsúly, kiemelés
NOUN
B1
1
hangsúly
B1
Usage pattern:
place/put emphasis on [something]
The teacher placed great emphasis on the importance of reading.
A tanár nagy hangsúlyt fektetett az olvasás fontosságára.
In his speech, he put emphasis on the need for unity.
Beszédében az összefogás szükségességére helyezte a hangsúlyt.
The company has a strong emphasis on customer service.
The report places special emphasis on environmental issues.
She spoke with an emphasis on fairness and equality.
Learner examples
The teacher puts emphasis on homework.
A tanár hangsúlyt fektet a házi feladatokra.
He puts emphasis on healthy food.
Hangsúlyt fektet az egészséges ételekre.
They place emphasis on good service.
We put emphasis on safety at work.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'emphasis' (noun) with 'emphasize' (verb).
Meaning
special importance or attention
Collocations
place emphasis
|put emphasis
|strong emphasis
|emphasis on quality
|emphasis on safety
Synonyms
importance (A general term for significance; lacks the idea of deliberate highlighting.)
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stress (Often used similarly in communication contexts, but can also mean physical or emotional strain.)
Antonyms
neglect (Failure to give proper attention or importance.)
Themes
communication
|education
|business
|core_vocabulary
Definition
When you give more attention or importance to something than to other things.
Special importance, value, or prominence given to something when speaking, writing, or considering it.
NOUN
B2
2
hangsúly
B1
She placed the emphasis on the first syllable of the word.
A szó első szótagjára tette a hangsúlyt.
In English, we often use emphasis to change the meaning of a sentence.
Az angolban gyakran a hangsúllyal változtatjuk meg egy mondat jelentését.
The actor used emphasis to make his lines more powerful.
Learner examples
He said the word with emphasis.
Hangsúlyosan mondta ki a szót.
Put emphasis on the second word.
A második szóra tedd a hangsúlyt.
She spoke with strong emphasis.
Common mistake:
Learners may not realize that 'emphasis' in speech can change meaning.
Meaning
extra force in speaking
Collocations
word emphasis
|sentence emphasis
|emphasis in speech
Synonyms
stress (Technical linguistic term for the stronger pronunciation of a syllable or word.)
Antonyms
monotone (Speech without variation in stress or pitch.)
Themes
communication
|language
|education
|core_vocabulary
Definition
When you say a word more strongly to show it is important.
Extra force or stress given to a word or phrase when speaking to show that it is important.
NOUN
B2
3
kiemelés
B1
The artist used bright colors for emphasis.
A művész élénk színeket használt kiemelésre.
In web design, emphasis can guide the user's eye.
A webdizájnban a kiemelés irányíthatja a felhasználó tekintetét.
The red text draws emphasis to the warning message.
Learner examples
The red dress gives emphasis to her look.
A piros ruha kiemeli a megjelenését.
Designers use color for emphasis.
A tervezők színeket használnak a kiemeléshez.
The big title gives emphasis to the main idea.
Meaning
special visual focus in design
Collocations
visual emphasis
|emphasis in design
|emphasis on color
Synonyms
highlight (A feature that stands out; can be visual or metaphorical.)
Antonyms
uniformity (Lack of visual contrast or distinction.)
Themes
art
|design
|arts_entertainment
|communication
|education
Definition
When part of a picture, design, or page is made to stand out more than other parts.
Special attention or prominence given to part of a design, artwork, or layout to make it stand out visually.
Grammar
Dictionary form
emphasis
IPA
GB/ˈɛmfəsɪs/
US/ˈɛmfəsɪs/
Syllables & stress
em - phas - is (3 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (em)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: emphasis
- Plural: emphases, emphasis
Word family
Forms
emphases
noun
Core family
Related words
emphasise
verb
Advanced or less common
overemphasis
noun
deemphasize
verb
Expressions
place emphasis on
1/plˈeɪs ˈɛmfəsɪs ˈɔn/
fixed phrase
give special importance to something
To give special attention or importance to something.
Examples
- The manager placed emphasis on teamwork during the meeting.
- Our school places emphasis on creativity and problem solving.
put emphasis on
1/pˈʊt ˈɛmfəsɪs ˈɔn/
fixed phrase
give special importance to something
To give special attention or importance to something.
Examples
- The article puts emphasis on the benefits of exercise.
- He put emphasis on safety during his speech.
with an emphasis on
1/wˈɪθ ən ˈɛmfəsɪs ˈɔn/
fixed phrase
having a focus mainly on something
Having a main focus on something.
Examples
- The program is designed for children, with an emphasis on fun and learning.
- This course covers modern history, with an emphasis on the 20th century.