introductory
gb/ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌktɚi/ us/ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌktɚi/
B2
English
~ 9400
bevezető, kezdő szintű
B2
1
bevezető
B2
Usage pattern:
introductory [remarks/paragraph/chapter/section/comment]
The professor kept his introductory remarks brief so the guest speaker could begin.
A professzor rövidre fogta a bevezető megjegyzéseit, hogy a vendégelőadó elkezdhesse az előadását.
Please read the introductory chapter before next week’s seminar.
Kérlek, olvasd el a bevezető fejezetet a jövő heti szeminárium előtt.
The book includes an introductory section that explains the history of the subject.
Her introductory paragraph clearly states the main argument of the essay.
After a few introductory comments, the meeting moved on to the main agenda.
Learner examples
The teacher made some short introductory remarks.
A tanár mondott néhány rövid bevezető megjegyzést.
I only read the introductory chapter of the book.
Csak a könyv bevezető fejezetét olvastam el.
Write an introductory paragraph for your story.
The report starts with an introductory section.
He gave a few introductory comments before the movie.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes use "introduction" instead of "introductory" before a noun, saying *"introduction chapter"* or *"introduction remarks"* instead of "introductory chapter" or "introductory remarks." Use "introductory" as the adjective before the noun, and "introduction" as a noun on its own.
Meaning
serving as an introduction
Collocations
introductory remarks
|introductory paragraph
|introductory chapter
|introductory section
|introductory comment
|introductory text
Synonyms
opening (Focuses on being the first part, especially of a speech or event, not always emphasizing explanation.)
|
initial (More general for 'first in a series'; does not always suggest explaining what follows.)
Antonyms
concluding (Describes something that comes at the end, opposite to something that comes at the beginning.)
Themes
communication
|education
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Coming at the start of something to introduce it.
Happening or placed at the beginning of something in order to introduce it.
B2
2
kezdő szintű
B1
bevezető
B2
Usage pattern:
introductory [course/class/textbook/lesson/guide]
She is taking an introductory course in computer science this semester.
Ebben a félévben bevezető informatikakurzust hallgat.
This book is an introductory guide to modern art for complete beginners.
Ez a könyv a modern művészethez készült bevezető útmutató teljesen kezdőknek.
Our school offers introductory classes in Mandarin for first-year students.
The museum runs an introductory workshop on photography every month.
I bought an introductory textbook on economics to understand the news better.
Learner examples
I am in an introductory English class.
Kezdő szintű angolórára járok.
He teaches an introductory course in marketing.
Bevezető marketingkurzust tanít.
This is an introductory book for new students.
They joined an introductory yoga lesson at the gym.
The college has many introductory science courses.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes say *"introduction course"* instead of "introductory course" or *"course for introduction"* instead of "introductory course." Use the adjective "introductory" before words like course, class, or textbook to show it is for beginners.
Meaning
basic, for beginners
Collocations
introductory course
|introductory class
|introductory textbook
|introductory guide
|introductory lesson
|introductory level
Synonyms
basic (General word for simple or first-level; does not always imply a learning program or formal structure.)
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elementary (Often used in school or academic contexts to mean very simple or first-level; can sound slightly more formal.)
Antonyms
advanced (Describes courses or materials for learners who already know a lot about the subject.)
Themes
education
|learning
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Made for people who are new to a subject and need the basics.
Intended for people who are just beginning to learn about a subject, covering only the basic ideas.
Grammar
Dictionary form
introductory
IPA
GB/ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌktɚi/
US/ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌktɚi/
Syllables & stress
in - tro - duct - ory (4 syllables)
Stress on 3rd syllable (duct)
Word forms
Adjective
- Base: introductory
Word family
Core family
introduce
verb A2
introduction
noun A2
Related words
Advanced or less common
introducer
noun
Expressions
introductory chapter
1/ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌktɚi t͡ʃˈæptɚ/
fixed phrase
first, explaining chapter
The first chapter in a book that gives the main ideas or background before the rest of the book.
Examples
- The introductory chapter explains the basic terms used in the book.
- You can skip the introductory chapter if you already know the subject well.
introductory course
1/ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌktɚi kˈɔɹs/
fixed phrase
beginner-level course
A class that gives the first and most basic ideas about a subject to new learners.
Examples
- All first-year students must take an introductory course in academic writing.
- I signed up for an introductory course in statistics to prepare for my degree.
introductory offer
1/ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌktɚi ˈɔfɚ/
fixed phrase
special first-time deal
A special price or deal given when a product or service is new, usually for a short time.
Examples
- The streaming service has an introductory offer of three months for half price.
- We joined the gym during its introductory offer, so our membership is cheaper.
introductory price
1/ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌktɚi pɹˈaɪs/
fixed phrase
temporary starting price
A special price at the start of selling a product or service, often lower than the normal price.
Examples
- The software is available at an introductory price until the end of the month.
- After the introductory price ends, the monthly fee will increase.
introductory remarks
1/ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌktɚi ɹɪmˈɑɹks/
fixed phrase
opening speech at event
Short comments made at the start of a meeting, talk, or event to welcome people and explain what will happen.
Examples
- After the chairperson’s introductory remarks, the keynote speaker took the stage.
- Her introductory remarks thanked the sponsors and outlined the day’s program.