module
gb/mˈɔd͡ʒul/ us/mˈɔd͡ʒul/
B1
English
~ 1700
modul, űrmodul, tananyagmodul
NOUN
B1
1
modul
B2
Usage pattern:
[something] is a module of [something]
Each software module can be updated without affecting the others.
Mindegyik szoftvermodul frissíthető anélkül, hogy ez hatással lenne a többire.
The course is divided into six modules.
A kurzus hat modulra van osztva.
The space station added a new laboratory module last year.
This module handles all payment processing.
He built the project from several interchangeable modules.
Learner examples
The car has a special safety module.
Az autóban van egy speciális biztonsági modul.
We studied the first module in class.
Az órán az első modult vettük.
The space ship has a living module.
This module is easy to use.
The teacher gave us the next module.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'module' with 'model'. A 'module' is a part of something; a 'model' is a representation or version of something.
Meaning
self-contained unit in system
Collocations
software module
|training module
|space module
|module design
|module installation
Synonyms
component (Often used interchangeably, but 'component' is slightly broader and can refer to any part, not necessarily self-contained.)
Antonyms
whole (Refers to the complete system rather than a part of it.)
Themes
technology
|education
|engineering
|science
Definition
One part of a bigger system that works on its own.
A separate and independent part of a larger system, often designed to be combined with other parts.
NOUN
B2
TECHNICAL
2
The lunar module detached for the moon landing.
A holdkomp levált a holdraszálláshoz.
Astronauts moved into the habitation module.
Az űrhajósok átmentek a lakómodulba.
The command module re-entered Earth's atmosphere safely.
The new science module was attached to the station.
Each module is designed for a specific mission task.
Learner examples
The rocket has a command module.
A rakétának van egy parancsnoki modulja.
They live in the space module.
Az űrmodulban élnek.
The lunar module landed on the moon.
The new module is for science work.
Meaning
part of spacecraft or satellite
Collocations
lunar module
|command module
|service module
Synonyms
section (Less technical and more general; 'module' in space context is more precise.)
Themes
space
|technology
|science
Definition
A part of a spacecraft that has its own job.
A distinct section of a spacecraft or satellite, often with a specific function such as control, habitation, or research.
NOUN
B1
TECHNICAL
3
modul
B1
Students must complete all modules to pass the course.
A diákoknak minden modult teljesíteniük kell, hogy sikeresen elvégezzék a kurzust.
This training module covers workplace safety.
Ez a képzési modul a munkahelyi biztonságról szól.
The language course includes grammar and conversation modules.
Each module ends with an assessment test.
The online program has interactive learning modules.
Learner examples
I finished the first module in my course.
Elvégeztem a kurzusom első modulját.
This module teaches computer skills.
Ebben a modulban számítógépes készségeket tanulunk.
Our class starts a new module next week.
The safety module is very important.
Meaning
unit of study in course
Collocations
course module
|training module
|module assessment
Synonyms
unit ('Unit' is more common in everyday speech; 'module' is often used in formal education contexts.)
Themes
education
Definition
One part of a school or training course about one topic.
A defined section of an educational course covering a particular topic or skill.
Grammar
Dictionary form
module
IPA
GB/mˈɔd͡ʒul/
US/mˈɔd͡ʒul/
Syllables & stress
mod - ule (2 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (mod)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: module
- Plural: modules
Word family
Forms
modules
noun
Core family
modular
adjective B2
Related words
modularity
noun
Advanced or less common
modularize
verb C1
modularization
noun
Expressions
command module
1/kəmˈænd mˈɔd͡ʒul/
fixed phrase
technical
spacecraft crew control section
Part of a spacecraft where astronauts control it and return to Earth.
Examples
- The crew stayed in the command module during launch and re-entry.
- The command module splashed down in the Pacific Ocean.
training module
1/tɹˈeɪnɪŋ mˈɔd͡ʒul/
fixed phrase
unit of training material
One part of a training program about one topic.
Examples
- This training module focuses on customer service skills.
- Employees must complete all training modules before starting work.
lunar module
1/lˈunɚ mˈɔd͡ʒul/
fixed phrase
technical
spacecraft that lands on Moon
The part of a spacecraft that separates and goes down to land on the Moon.
Examples
- The astronauts entered the lunar module to prepare for descent.
- The lunar module separated from the main spacecraft before landing.
- The lunar module separated from the command module before landing.
- Engineers studied how to make the lunar module as light as possible.