network
gb/nˈɛtwˌɚk/ us/nˈɛtwˌɚk/
B1
English
~ 1200
hálózat, kapcsolati háló, számítógépes hálózat, kapcsolatokat épít, kapcsolatépítés, műsorszóró hálózat, rádióhálózat, tévécsatorna
NOUN
B1
1
hálózat
B1
Usage pattern:
a network of [people/things]
She joined a professional network to meet other designers.
Csatlakozott egy szakmai hálózathoz, hogy megismerkedjen más tervezőkkel.
The company's global network allows it to operate in over 50 countries.
A vállalat globális hálózata lehetővé teszi, hogy több mint 50 országban működjön.
He built a strong network of contacts in the industry.
Social networks have changed the way we communicate.
The support network helped him through difficult times.
Learner examples
I have a network of friends at school.
Az iskolában van egy baráti köröm.
My father has a big work network.
Apámnak nagy munkahelyi kapcsolati hálója van.
We made a small network of computers.
She is part of a sports network.
The hospital has a network of doctors.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'network' with 'net worth', which refers to financial value, not connections.
Meaning
System of connected people or things
Collocations
social network
|professional network
|support network
|global network
|network of friends
Synonyms
system (A general term for an organized set of connected parts; less specific about connections for communication.)
Antonyms
isolation (The state of being alone or disconnected, opposite of being part of a network.)
Themes
technology
|business
|communication
|relationships
Definition
A group of people or things that are connected and share information or help each other.
A group or system of interconnected people, organizations, or devices that share information or work together.
NOUN
B1
2
hálózat
B1
Usage pattern:
connect [something] to the network
The office computers are all on the same network.
Az irodai számítógépek mind ugyanahhoz a hálózathoz csatlakoznak.
I can't access the file because I'm not connected to the network.
Nem férek hozzá a fájlhoz, mert nem vagyok csatlakozva a hálózathoz.
Our wireless network is protected by a password.
The printer is available to everyone on the network.
They upgraded the company's computer network for faster speeds.
Learner examples
My phone is on the Wi-Fi network.
A telefonom a wifi-hálózatra van csatlakozva.
We have a home network for our computers.
Van otthoni hálózatunk a számítógépeinkhez.
The printer is on the office network.
He fixed the school computer network.
I joined the cafe's wireless network.
Common mistake:
Learners may confuse 'network' with 'internet', but a network can be local without being connected to the internet.
Meaning
Interconnected computer system
Collocations
computer network
|wireless network
|home network
|local area network
|connect to the network
Synonyms
intranet (A private internal computer network, usually within an organization.)
Antonyms
standalone (A device not connected to any other device or network.)
Themes
technology
|computing
Definition
A group of computers or devices that can talk to each other and share things like files or internet.
A set of computers or devices linked together to share data and resources.
VERB
B2
3
Usage pattern:
network with [someone]
She went to the conference to network with potential clients.
Azért ment a konferenciára, hogy kapcsolatokat építsen potenciális ügyfelekkel.
Networking is essential for finding new job opportunities.
A kapcsolatépítés elengedhetetlen az új álláslehetőségek megtalálásához.
He networks regularly at industry events.
They teach young entrepreneurs how to network effectively.
Learner examples
I want to network with other teachers.
Szeretnék kapcsolatokat építeni más tanárokkal.
We can network at the meeting.
A találkozón kapcsolatokat építhetünk.
She likes to network at parties for work.
He networks with many people in his job.
Common mistake:
Learners may confuse 'network' as a verb with using a computer network; here it refers to people and relationships.
Meaning
Build professional or social connections
Collocations
network with colleagues
|network effectively
|network at events
|learn to network
Synonyms
socialize (More general and informal; not necessarily for professional purposes.)
Antonyms
withdraw (To avoid social or professional interaction, opposite of networking.)
Themes
business
|communication
|relationships
Definition
To meet and talk with people so you can make useful work or social connections.
To interact with others in order to exchange information and develop professional or social contacts.
NOUN
B1
4
Usage pattern:
[TV/radio] network
The news was broadcast on all major networks.
A hírt az összes nagyobb tévécsatorna sugározta.
She works for a television network in New York.
Egy New York-i televíziós hálózatnál dolgozik.
The show will premiere on the national network next month.
Learner examples
I watch news on a big TV network.
Egy nagy tévécsatornán nézem a híreket.
He works for a radio network.
Egy rádióhálózatnál dolgozik.
The show is on a famous network.
Meaning
Broadcasting organization or group of stations
Collocations
major network
|television network
|broadcast network
Synonyms
broadcaster (Any person or company that sends out radio or television programs; not necessarily part of a larger group.)
Antonyms
independent station (A single TV or radio station not part of a larger broadcasting group.)
Themes
media
|entertainment
|communication
|arts_entertainment
Definition
A TV or radio company that sends out programs across many places.
A television or radio company, or a group of stations, that broadcasts the same programs.
Grammar
Dictionary form
network
IPA
GB/nˈɛtwˌɚk/
US/nˈɛtwˌɚk/
Syllables & stress
net - work (2 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (net)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: network
- Plural: networks
Verb
- Base: network
- 3rd Person Singular: networks
- Present Participle: networking
- Past: networked
Word family
Forms
networks
noun
networking
verb
networked
verb
Related words
networker
noun
Expressions
network marketing
1/nˈɛtwˌɚk mˈɑɹkɪtɪŋ/
fixed phrase
Sales through personal networks model
A way of selling products where you also ask people you know to sell them too.
Examples
- She earns money through a network marketing company.
- Network marketing relies heavily on personal contacts.
social network
1/sˈoʊʃəl nˈɛtwˌɚk/
fixed phrase
Online platform for social connections
A website or app where people connect and talk with friends online.
Examples
- Facebook is the largest social network in the world.
- Many businesses use social networks to reach customers.
support network
1/səpˈɔɹt nˈɛtwˌɚk/
fixed phrase
Group providing help/support
People who help you when you have problems, like friends, family, or groups.
Examples
- Her support network helped her recover after surgery.
- It's important to have a strong support network during tough times.
computer network
1/kəmpjˈutɚ nˈɛtwˌɚk/
fixed phrase
technical
Linked system of computers
A group of computers that are connected so they can share information.
Examples
- The office computers are connected through a secure computer network.
- The office computer network was down all morning.
- Setting up a home computer network is easier now than before.
- We upgraded our home computer network last week.