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hybrid

gb/hˈaɪbɹɪd/ us/hˈaɪbɹɪd/
B1 English
~ 5100
hibrid, keverék, ötvözet, hibrid autó, hibrid jármű
NOUN B2
1
hibrid B2
keverék A2
ötvözet B2
Usage pattern:
a hybrid of [A] and [B]
The show is a hybrid of documentary and drama.
A műsor a dokumentumfilm és a dráma hibridje.
Their startup offers a hybrid of software and consulting.
A startupjuk a szoftver és a tanácsadás ötvözetét kínálja.
The team adopted a hybrid of agile and waterfall methods.
Learner examples
This book is a hybrid of fiction and history.
Ez a könyv a fikció és a történelem ötvözete.
Our class uses a hybrid of online and in-person learning.
A kurzusunkon az online és a jelenléti oktatás ötvözetét alkalmazzuk.
The tool is a hybrid of a pen and a stylus.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes use 'hybrid' without 'of' in this sense. Say 'a hybrid of A and B,' not 'a hybrid A and B.' Also, use the article: 'a hybrid,' not 'an hybrid.'
Meaning
a mix of two types
Collocations
hybrid model |hybrid approach |hybrid system |hybrid format |create a hybrid |a hybrid of A and B
Synonyms
blend (Suggests mixing elements into a smooth whole, often stylistic.) | composite (More formal/technical; emphasizes made-from-parts.) | amalgam (Formal; stresses a mixture of distinct components.)
Antonyms
pure (Not mixed with anything; a single type or source.) | unmixed (Consists of only one element or kind.)
Themes
business |technology |culture |core_vocabulary
Definition

A thing that is made from two different parts or styles working together.

Something formed by combining two different kinds, systems, or styles into a single thing.

B2
2
hibrid B2
Usage pattern:
hybrid [noun]
We moved to a hybrid work schedule with two days in the office.
Átálltunk egy hibrid munkarendre, heti két irodai nappal.
The university offers several hybrid classes each term.
Az egyetem minden félévben több hibrid kurzust kínál.
They launched a hybrid pricing model that mixes subscription and one-time fees.
Learner examples
I prefer a hybrid work plan.
Jobban szeretem a hibrid munkarendet.
Our team holds hybrid meetings every week.
A csapatunk minden héten hibrid megbeszéléseket tart.
The school runs a hybrid course this summer.
Common mistake:
Learners may say 'hybridly' as an adverb; this is not natural. Use phrases like 'in a hybrid format' instead.
Meaning
combining two kinds
Collocations
hybrid work |hybrid meeting |hybrid class |hybrid model |hybrid setup |hybrid engine
Synonyms
mixed (General term for having different types together.) | blended (Emphasizes smoothly combined elements.) | composite (More technical; built from distinct parts.)
Antonyms
pure (Of one type only; not combined.) | single-mode (Technical opposite in contexts like work or transport.)
Themes
business |technology |education |core_vocabulary
Definition

Describes a thing that has two different parts or ways working together.

Describes something that combines features of two different types, systems, or modes.

NOUN B1
3
hibrid autó B1
hibrid jármű B2
Usage pattern:
drive/buy [a] hybrid
She bought a hybrid to save on fuel costs.
Hibrid autót vett, hogy spóroljon az üzemanyagköltségeken.
The dealership has several hybrids in stock this weekend.
A kereskedésben ezen a hétvégén több hibrid autó is van készleten.
A plug-in hybrid can drive short distances on electricity alone.
Learner examples
I drive a hybrid to work.
Hibrid autóval járok dolgozni.
They want to buy a hybrid next year.
Jövőre hibrid autót szeretnének venni.
This hybrid gets great gas mileage.
Common mistake:
Do not say 'an hybrid'; the correct article is 'a hybrid' because the 'h' is pronounced.
Meaning
car with gas and electric power
Collocations
buy a hybrid |drive a hybrid |plug-in hybrid |hybrid mileage |hybrid battery |hybrid SUV
Synonyms
hybrid car (Explicitly names the vehicle type.)
Antonyms
gasoline car (Uses only a combustion engine.) | electric vehicle (Uses only electric power; no engine.)
Themes
transportation |environment |technology
Definition

A car that runs on gas and electricity together.

A vehicle that uses both an internal combustion engine and an electric motor for propulsion.

NOUN C1 TECHNICAL
4
hibrid B2
Usage pattern:
a hybrid of [species/varieties]
A mule is a hybrid of a donkey and a horse.
Az öszvér a szamár és a ló hibridje.
Breeders released a new corn hybrid that tolerates drought.
A nemesítők egy új, szárazságtűrő kukoricahibridet hoztak forgalomba.
Many orchid hybrids are prized for their unusual colors.
Learner examples
A mule is a hybrid animal.
Az öszvér hibrid állat.
Farmers plant hybrid seeds for higher yield.
A gazdák hibrid vetőmagot használnak a nagyobb terméshozam érdekében.
This flower is a hybrid of two varieties.
Common mistake:
Do not use 'hybrid' to refer to people; it can be inappropriate or offensive in human contexts. Use 'of mixed heritage' instead.
Meaning
offspring from different kinds
Collocations
plant hybrid |animal hybrid |hybrid vigor |produce hybrids |hybrid species |hybridization program
Synonyms
crossbreed (Common in breeding; often used for animals.)
Antonyms
purebred (Both parents from the same breed or variety.) | inbred line (Genetically uniform line from selfing or close breeding.)
Themes
science |biology |agriculture |animals
Definition

An animal or plant that comes from two different kinds bred together.

An organism produced by breeding individuals from two different species or varieties.

Grammar
Dictionary form
hybrid
IPA
GB/hˈaɪbɹɪd/
US/hˈaɪbɹɪd/
Syllables & stress
hy - brid (2 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (hy)
Word forms
Adjective
  • Base: hybrid
Noun
  • Base: hybrid
  • Plural: hybrids
Word family
Forms
hybrids noun
Related words
hybridize verb hybridization noun
Advanced or less common
hybridity noun
Expressions

hybrid app

1
/hˈaɪbɹɪd ˈæp/
fixed phrase technical

mobile app using web tech

A phone app made with web code that runs inside a native shell.

Examples
  • They prototyped a hybrid app to save development time.
  • Hybrid apps can share code across platforms.

hybrid bicycle

1
/hˈaɪbɹɪd bˈaɪsɪkəl/
fixed phrase

bike mixing road and mountain features

A bike made for both city streets and light trails.

Examples
  • She rides a hybrid bicycle for her daily commute.
  • Hybrid bicycles are comfortable for long city rides.

hybrid car

1
/hˈaɪbɹɪd kˈɑɹ/
fixed phrase

car with two power sources

A car that uses gas and electricity to move.

Examples
  • We leased a hybrid car to cut fuel costs.
  • Hybrid cars are popular in cities with heavy traffic.

hybrid class

1
/hˈaɪbɹɪd klˈæs/
fixed phrase

course with in-person and online

A class where students learn both in the classroom and online.

Examples
  • The university schedules hybrid classes on alternating days.
  • Hybrid classes can offer more flexibility for commuters.

hybrid cloud

1
/hˈaɪbɹɪd klˈaʊd/
fixed phrase technical

mixed on-prem and cloud setup

A company’s computer system that uses both its own servers and public cloud services.

Examples
  • The bank chose a hybrid cloud for regulatory reasons.
  • Hybrid cloud can reduce costs while keeping control of data.

hybrid engine

1
/hˈaɪbɹɪd ˈɛnd͡ʒən/
fixed phrase technical

combined engine and motor

An engine system that uses gas and an electric motor together.

Examples
  • The new hybrid engine improves city mileage.
  • Maintenance for a hybrid engine can differ from a standard one.

hybrid event

1
/hˈaɪbɹɪd ɪvˈɛnt/
fixed phrase

event with onsite and online attendees

An event where people can join in person or online.

Examples
  • The conference will be a hybrid event this year.
  • Hybrid events expand access for international guests.

hybrid meeting

1
/hˈaɪbɹɪd mˈitɪŋ/
fixed phrase

meeting with onsite and remote

A meeting where some people are in the room and others join online.

Examples
  • Please test the microphone before the hybrid meeting starts.
  • Hybrid meetings require clear rules for questions.

hybrid model

1
/hˈaɪbɹɪd mˈɑdəl/
fixed phrase

combined approach framework

A plan or system that mixes two ways of doing something.

Examples
  • They use a hybrid model for sales and support.
  • The school adopted a hybrid model for the semester.

hybrid seed

1
/hˈaɪbɹɪd sˈid/
fixed phrase technical

seed from crossed varieties

Seed made by crossing two different plant types to get better traits.

Examples
  • Farmers bought hybrid seed to improve yields.
  • Hybrid seed often shows uniform growth.

hybrid SUV

1
/hˈaɪbɹɪd ˈɛs jˈu vˈi/
fixed phrase

SUV with hybrid system

An SUV that uses gas and electric power together.

Examples
  • They traded their truck for a hybrid SUV.
  • The new hybrid SUV has better fuel economy.

hybrid warfare

1
/hˈaɪbɹɪd wˈɔɹfˌɛɹ/
fixed phrase formal

mixed military tactics strategy

A way of fighting that mixes regular battles with cyber attacks, propaganda, and other tactics.

Examples
  • Analysts warned of increased hybrid warfare in the region.
  • Hybrid warfare blurs the line between war and peace.

hybrid work

1
/hˈaɪbɹɪd wˈɚk/
fixed phrase

mix of remote and office work

A job setup where people work some days at home and some days in the office.

Examples
  • Our company adopted hybrid work after the pandemic.
  • Hybrid work helps parents balance schedules.

plug-in hybrid

1
/plˈʌɡ ˈɪn hˈaɪbɹɪd/
fixed phrase

externally chargeable hybrid

A hybrid car that you can plug in to charge the battery.

Examples
  • A plug-in hybrid can handle my short commute on electricity only.
  • They installed a charger at home for their plug-in hybrid.

hybrid vigor

1
/hˈaɪbɹɪd vˈɪɡɚ/
fixed phrase technical

better traits in hybrids

When a hybrid plant or animal grows or performs better than its parents.

Examples
  • Hybrid vigor can boost crop yields.
  • Farmers often rely on hybrid vigor to improve crop yields.
  • Breeders rely on hybrid vigor for stronger plants.
  • The cattle showed hybrid vigor, growing faster than either parent breed.
  • Hybrid vigor can make some plant varieties more resistant to disease.
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