notion
gb/nˈoʊʃən/ us/nˈoʊʃən/
B2
English
~ 2000
elképzelés, varrókellék
NOUN
B2
1
elképzelés
B1
Usage pattern:
a notion that [clause]
She had a vague notion that he was hiding something.
Volt egy homályos sejtése, hogy a férfi titkol valamit.
The notion that money can buy happiness is widely debated.
Széles körben vitatott az az elképzelés, hogy pénzen boldogságot lehet venni.
I reject the notion that success only comes from luck.
He couldn't shake the notion that someone was following him.
Learner examples
I have a notion that it will rain today.
Az az érzésem, hogy ma esni fog.
The notion that cats are unfriendly is wrong.
Téves az az elképzelés, hogy a macskák barátságtalanok.
She does not agree with the notion that bigger is better.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'notion' with 'motion' due to similar pronunciation, but they have completely different meanings.
Meaning
An idea or belief
Collocations
common notion
|popular notion
|false notion
|romantic notion
|general notion
Synonyms
idea (Broader term for a thought, plan, or concept; 'notion' can sound more tentative or personal.)
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belief (Implies acceptance as true, while 'notion' may imply a weaker or less certain conviction.)
Antonyms
fact (A fact is objectively true and verifiable; a notion may be subjective or mistaken.)
Themes
thinking
|communication
|philosophy
|core_vocabulary
Definition
An idea or belief about something.
A conception, opinion, or belief about something, often based on limited information or personal perspective.
NOUN
C1
2
varrókellék
B2
The shop sells fabric and all kinds of notions.
Az üzlet szövetet és mindenféle varrókelléket árul.
She keeps her sewing notions in a small tin box.
A varrókellékeit egy kis fémdobozban tartja.
Buttons and zippers are common notions found in any sewing kit.
Learner examples
I bought some notions for my sewing project.
Vettem néhány varrókelléket a varrós projektemhez.
She put the notions in a drawer.
Betette a varrókellékeket egy fiókba.
The store sells cloth and notions.
Common mistake:
Some learners are unaware of this specialized meaning and may think it still refers to ideas.
Meaning
Small sewing item
Collocations
sewing notions
|box of notions
Synonyms
sewing accessory (A broader and clearer term in modern usage; 'notion' is more traditional.)
Themes
crafts
|daily life
|clothing
|daily_life
Definition
A small thing used for sewing, like a button or needle.
A small object used in sewing, such as buttons, zippers, or thread.
Grammar
Dictionary form
notion
IPA
GB/nˈoʊʃən/
US/nˈoʊʃən/
Syllables & stress
no - tion (2 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (no)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: notion
- Plural: notions
Word family
Forms
notions
noun
Related words
notional
adjective
Advanced or less common
notionally
adverb
Expressions
challenge the notion
1/t͡ʃˈælɪnd͡ʒ ðə nˈoʊʃən/
fixed phrase
Question an idea or belief
To say that an idea is wrong or not true.
Examples
- The study challenges the notion that exercise alone leads to weight loss.
- She challenged the notion that art must be beautiful.
have no notion of
1/hˈæv nˈoʊ nˈoʊʃən əv/
fixed phrase
Lack understanding of something
To not know or understand something at all.
Examples
- I have no notion of how to fix a car.
- She had no notion of the difficulties ahead.
reject the notion
1/ɹɪd͡ʒˈɛkt ðə nˈoʊʃən/
fixed phrase
Refuse to accept an idea
To say that an idea is not true or not acceptable.
Examples
- He rejected the notion that work should come before family.
- Many scientists reject the notion that climate change is natural.