opt
gb/ˈɑpt/ us/ˈɑpt/
B2
English
~ 5900
dönt, választ, kimarad, kilép, leiratkozik
VERB
B2
1
Usage pattern:
to opt for [something]
After comparing prices, they opted for the cheaper hotel.
Az árak összehasonlítása után az olcsóbb szálloda mellett döntöttek.
We eventually opted to take the train instead of flying.
Végül úgy döntöttünk, hogy repülés helyett vonattal megyünk.
More and more customers are opting for online banking.
She opted for a simple black dress for the interview.
The committee opted to postpone the vote until next week.
Learner examples
We opted for the red car.
A piros autó mellett döntöttünk.
He opted to stay at home.
Úgy döntött, hogy otthon marad.
Many students opt for English classes.
She opted for water instead of soda.
They opted to eat at a small café.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes say *"we opted the red one"* without a preposition. In most cases in modern English, **opt** needs **for** or **to**: "we opted for the red one" or "we opted to buy the red one." Learners may also overuse **opt** in very simple speech where **choose** is more natural.
Meaning
choose or decide between options
Collocations
opt for
|opt to
|opt against
|opt instead of
|opt not to
|opt mainly for
Synonyms
choose (More common and general; slightly less formal-sounding than "opt".)
Antonyms
reject (Means to decide not to accept or choose something.)
Themes
decisions
|work
|communication
|daily_life
|core_vocabulary
Definition
To choose one thing or way to do something, and not the others.
To choose one thing, plan, or course of action instead of others, especially after some thought.
VERB
B2
2
Usage pattern:
to opt out of [something]
Employees may opt out of the company pension scheme if they prefer.
Az alkalmazottak, ha szeretnék, kimaradhatnak a vállalati nyugdíjprogramból.
You can opt out at any time by updating your account settings.
A fiókbeállításaid módosításával bármikor leiratkozhatsz.
Several countries opted out of the agreement at the last minute.
Parents can opt out of the program by signing this form.
Users must actively opt out if they do not want to receive marketing emails.
Learner examples
You can opt out of the service.
Leiratkozhatsz a szolgáltatásról.
He opted out of the trip.
Úgy döntött, hogy nem megy el a kirándulásra.
Some students opted out of the test.
I want to opt out of these emails.
They opted out of the project last week.
Common mistake:
Learners often forget **of** and say *"opt out the program"* instead of **"opt out of the program."** They may also confuse **opt out** with **log out** or **unsubscribe**; **opt out** is usually about a long-term service, plan, or rule, not just leaving a website once.
Meaning
choose not to take part
Collocations
opt out
|opt out of
|opt-out option
|opt-out clause
|employees can opt out
|parents may opt out
Synonyms
withdraw (Focuses on pulling back from something you are or could be involved in; slightly more formal in some contexts.)
Antonyms
enroll (Means to sign up or join something, the opposite of choosing not to take part.)
Themes
decisions
|law
|work
|business
|core_vocabulary
Definition
To choose not to join or not to be in something, often by telling a company or group.
To decide not to take part in something or not to be included in something, often by following an official process.
Grammar
Dictionary form
opt
IPA
GB/ˈɑpt/
US/ˈɑpt/
Syllables & stress
opt (1 syllable)
Stress on 1st syllable (opt)
Word forms
Verb
- Base: opt
- 3rd Person Singular: opts
- Present Participle: opting
- Past: opted
Word family
Expressions
opt for
1/ˈɑpt fɚ/
phrasal verb
choose one thing or plan
To choose one thing, plan, or way when you have other choices.
Examples
- We decided to opt for the direct flight, even though it was more expensive.
- Most customers now opt for digital receipts instead of paper ones.
- She opted for a quieter life in the countryside.
opt in
1/ˈɑpt ˈɪn/
phrasal verb
choose to be included
To choose to join or be part of something, usually by giving clear permission.
Examples
- Users must opt in if they want to receive promotional emails.
- Employees can opt in to the bonus scheme after six months.
- Only people who opt in will be contacted for the survey.
opt in to
1/ˈɑpt ˈɪn tə/
phrasal verb
choose to join something specific
To say that you want to be in a particular plan, program, or activity.
Examples
- Customers can opt in to the loyalty program at checkout.
- Residents must opt in to the new recycling service if they want to use it.
- You can opt in to text alerts at any time.
opt out
1/ˈɑpt ˈaʊt/
phrasal verb
choose not to be included
To choose not to be part of something, often by telling a company or group.
Examples
- Users can opt out at any time by changing their privacy settings.
- A few students opted out because they felt the project was too demanding.
- If you wish to opt out, please tick this box.
opt out of
1/ˈɑpt ˈaʊt əv/
phrasal verb
choose not to take part in something
To say that you do not want to join or be in a particular program, plan, or activity.
Examples
- Citizens can opt out of the scheme by filling in an online form.
- Parents may opt out of the school trip if they have safety concerns.
- Some companies opted out of the new regulation during the first year.
opt to
1/ˈɑpt tə/
fixed phrase
choose to do something
To decide to do a particular action instead of another action.
Examples
- We opted to drive rather than take the bus.
- Many workers are opting to work from home two days a week.
- He opted to ignore the comment and move on.