introduction
gb/ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌkʃən/ us/ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌkʃən/
A2
English
~ 1400
bemutatás, bevezetés, előszó
NOUN
A2
1
bemutatás
A2
Usage pattern:
the introduction of [someone/something] to [someone/something]
The host made a brief introduction before the speech.
A házigazda röviden bemutatta az előadót a beszéd előtt.
Her introduction to the team was warm and friendly.
Melegen és barátságosan fogadták, amikor bemutatták a csapatnak.
The introduction of the new product was a huge success.
He gave an introduction to the visiting dignitaries.
The CEO handled the introduction of the keynote speaker.
Learner examples
I made an introduction between my friend and my teacher.
Összeismertettem a barátomat a tanárommal.
The teacher gave an introduction to the new student.
A tanár bemutatta az új diákot.
We had an introduction before we started work.
My boss made an introduction at the meeting.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'introduction' with 'invitation'. An introduction is about meeting, not asking someone to come.
Meaning
Presenting for the first time
Collocations
make an introduction
|formal introduction
|brief introduction
|warm introduction
Synonyms
presentation (More formal and often refers to a planned display or talk.)
Antonyms
farewell (Marks the ending of an acquaintance or relationship instead of the beginning.)
Themes
social
|communication
|events
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
Definition
When a person or thing is shown to people for the first time.
The act of making someone or something known to others for the first time.
NOUN
A2
2
Usage pattern:
the introduction to [a book/speech/report]
The book's introduction explains the author's motivation.
A könyv bevezetése ismerteti, mi motiválta a szerzőt.
He skipped the introduction and went straight to chapter one.
Kihagyta a bevezetést, és rögtön az első fejezetre ugrott.
In her introduction, she thanked her family and friends.
The report's introduction outlines the main findings.
I always read the introduction before deciding to buy a book.
Learner examples
The teacher read the introduction to the story.
A tanár felolvasta a történet bevezetését.
I wrote an introduction for my essay.
Írtam egy bevezetést az esszémhez.
Please read the introduction before you start your homework.
The film had a short introduction about the director.
Common mistake:
Learners may confuse 'introduction' with 'summary'. An introduction comes before the main content; a summary comes after.
Meaning
Opening section of text or speech
Collocations
write an introduction
|brief introduction
|read the introduction
|introduction chapter
Synonyms
preface (A formal introductory section in a book, often written by the author.)
Antonyms
conclusion (The final part, summarizing or ending a text or speech.)
Themes
education
|writing
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Definition
The beginning part of a book, speech, or film that tells what it will be about.
The first part of a book, speech, or piece of writing that explains what it is about.
NOUN
B1
3
bevezetés
B1
Usage pattern:
the introduction of [a system/rule/product]
The introduction of the new software improved efficiency.
Az új szoftver bevezetése javította a hatékonyságot.
The school celebrated the introduction of a recycling program.
Az iskola megünnepelte egy újrahasznosítási program bevezetését.
There was resistance to the introduction of new safety measures.
The government announced the introduction of stricter laws.
The introduction of smartphones changed communication forever.
Learner examples
The company had the introduction of a new app.
A vállalatnál bevezettek egy új alkalmazást.
We saw the introduction of electric buses in our city.
A városunkban láthattuk az elektromos buszok bevezetését.
The school had the introduction of a new lunch menu.
There was an introduction of new rules at work.
Common mistake:
Learners might confuse 'introduction' here with 'invention'. Introduction is about starting use, not creating it for the first time.
Meaning
Start using something new
Collocations
introduction of new technology
|gradual introduction
|successful introduction
Synonyms
implementation (Focuses on putting something into practice, often in business or policy.)
Antonyms
withdrawal (Removing something from use instead of starting it.)
Themes
business
|technology
|core_vocabulary
Definition
When something is used for the first time.
The act of bringing something into use or operation for the first time.
Grammar
Dictionary form
introduction
IPA
GB/ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌkʃən/
US/ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌkʃən/
Syllables & stress
in - tro - duc - tion (4 syllables)
Stress on 3rd syllable (duc)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: introduction
- Plural: introduction, introductions
Word family
Forms
introductions
noun
Core family
introduce
verb A2
introductory
adjective B2
Related words
intro
noun B1
Advanced or less common
reintroduce
verb
reintroduction
noun
Expressions
by way of introduction
1/bˈaɪ wˈeɪ əv ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌkʃən/
fixed phrase
As a preliminary presentation
Used before giving basic information about someone or something for the first time.
Examples
- By way of introduction, let me tell you about our company.
- By way of introduction, she explained her background in education.
self-introduction
1/sˈɛlf ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌkʃən/
fixed phrase
Presenting oneself to others
Telling people your name and some information about yourself when you meet them for the first time.
Examples
- He began the meeting with a brief self-introduction.
- Please prepare a short self-introduction for the class.
serve as an introduction to
1/sˈɚv ˈæz ən ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌkʃən tə/
fixed phrase
Function as an opening or beginning
To be used as a starting part or first experience before something bigger or more detailed.
Examples
- This course will serve as an introduction to basic programming.
- The workshop served as an introduction to modern art.