insight
gb/ˈɪnsˌaɪt/ us/ˈɪnsˌaɪt/
B2
English
~ 2800
éleslátás, mély megértés, meglátás, felismerés
NOUN
B2
1
éleslátás
C1
Usage pattern:
[someone] has/gets/gains [insight] into [something]
Her book offers fresh insight into modern politics.
Könyve friss szemszögből világítja meg a modern politikát.
The therapist's questions gave me new insight into my behavior.
A terapeuta kérdései segítettek mélyebben megérteni a saját viselkedésemet.
We hope the research will provide insight into the causes of the disease.
Learner examples
I gained insight into his problems.
Jobban megértettem a problémáit.
The teacher gave us insight into the story.
A tanár segített jobban megérteni a történetet.
The meeting gave her insight into the company's work.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'insight' with 'foresight'. 'Insight' is about understanding what is happening now or in the past, while 'foresight' is about predicting the future.
Meaning
clear understanding of something
Collocations
gain insight
|provide insight
|offer insight
|insight into
|valuable insight
Synonyms
understanding (A general word for knowing how something works; less about depth than 'insight'.)
|
perception (Focuses more on noticing or sensing than on deep comprehension.)
Antonyms
misunderstanding (A failure to understand something correctly.)
Themes
thinking
|psychology
|business
|core_vocabulary
|communication
Definition
The ability to understand something or someone clearly and deeply.
The ability to gain an accurate and deep understanding of a person, thing, or situation.
NOUN
B2
2
meglátás
B2
felismerés
B2
Usage pattern:
[someone] shares/offers [an insight] about [something]
He offered an interesting insight about teamwork.
Érdekes meglátást osztott meg a csapatmunkáról.
Her insights about the market helped guide our strategy.
A piaccal kapcsolatos meglátásai segítettek irányt adni a stratégiánknak.
The article contains valuable insights for new parents.
Learner examples
She gave me an insight about the problem.
Megosztott velem egy meglátást a problémával kapcsolatban.
His insight helped me finish the work.
Az ő meglátása segített befejezni a munkát.
The coach shared an insight about playing better.
Common mistake:
Learners may use 'insights' only in plural when a single idea is meant; both singular and plural are correct depending on context.
Meaning
a helpful idea or observation
Collocations
share an insight
|offer an insight
|interesting insight
|insight about
Synonyms
tip (A short, practical piece of advice; usually less deep than 'insight'.)
|
observation (A comment based on noticing details; may be less analytical than 'insight'.)
Antonyms
ignorance (Lack of knowledge or awareness about something.)
Themes
communication
|advice
|core_vocabulary
|education
Definition
An idea or piece of advice that helps you understand something better.
A specific piece of deep understanding or advice that helps to explain or solve a problem.
Grammar
Dictionary form
insight
IPA
GB/ˈɪnsˌaɪt/
US/ˈɪnsˌaɪt/
Syllables & stress
in - sight (2 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (in)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: insight
- Plural: insight, insights
Word family
Forms
insights
noun
Core family
insightful
adjective C1
Related words
insightfully
adverb C1
insightfulness
noun
Negative and opposite forms
uninsightful
adjective
Expressions
gain insight into
1/ɡˈeɪn ˈɪnsˌaɪt ˈɪntu/
fixed phrase
acquire clear understanding of something
To learn and understand something in a deeper way.
Examples
- By studying the data, we can gain insight into customer behavior.
- Traveling can help you gain insight into different cultures.
offer insight into
1/ˈɔfɚ ˈɪnsˌaɪt ˈɪntu/
fixed phrase
present ideas to help understanding
To give ideas that help people understand something better.
Examples
- The report offers insight into the causes of climate change.
- His notes offer insight into how the project was developed.
provide insight into
1/pɹəvˈaɪd ˈɪnsˌaɪt ˈɪntu/
fixed phrase
give information for understanding something deeply
To give information that helps someone understand something better.
Examples
- This documentary provides insight into life in rural areas.
- Her speech provided insight into the challenges faced by small businesses.