parameter
gb/pɚˈæmətɚ/ us/pɚˈæmətɚ/
B2
English
~ 3500
paraméter, argumentum, keret, korlát
NOUN
B2
TECHNICAL
1
paraméter
B2
Usage pattern:
a parameter of [something]
The parameters of the experiment were carefully controlled.
A kísérlet paramétereit gondosan ellenőrzés alatt tartották.
Before running the program, you need to set the correct parameters.
A program futtatása előtt be kell állítanod a megfelelő paramétereket.
Temperature and pressure are key parameters in this chemical reaction.
The project parameters were agreed upon before work began.
Adjusting these parameters will change the model’s output.
Learner examples
We must set the parameters before we start.
Indulás előtt be kell állítanunk a paramétereket.
Speed is one parameter in the test.
A sebesség az egyik paraméter a tesztben.
The machine has two main parameters.
Please check the parameters for errors.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'parameter' with 'perimeter' due to similar pronunciation, but 'perimeter' means the boundary length of a shape.
Meaning
measurable factor in a system
Collocations
set parameters
|define parameters
|system parameters
|input parameters
|design parameters
Synonyms
criterion (Focuses more on a standard or rule for judgment rather than a variable in a system.)
|
specification (Emphasizes a detailed description of requirements or measurements.)
Antonyms
variable (A quantity that can change freely, unlike a fixed parameter.)
Themes
science
|technology
|mathematics
|engineering
Definition
A set value or limit that affects how something works or happens.
A measurable or definable factor that influences or determines how a system, process, or function operates.
NOUN
B2
TECHNICAL
2
argumentum
C1
paraméter
B2
Usage pattern:
a parameter of [a function]
The function takes two parameters: width and height.
A függvény két argumentumot vár: szélességet és magasságot.
You can pass different parameters to change the program’s behavior.
Különböző argumentumokat adhatsz át, hogy megváltoztasd a program viselkedését.
Optional parameters allow flexibility in function calls.
The method fails if required parameters are missing.
Learner examples
This function needs three parameters.
Ennek a függvénynek három argumentumra van szüksége.
We pass the number as a parameter.
A számot argumentumként adjuk át.
The program uses the parameter to do the work.
Please enter the parameter value.
Common mistake:
Learners may confuse 'parameter' with 'argument'; in programming, 'parameter' is the placeholder in the function definition.
Meaning
input value for a function
Collocations
function parameter
|method parameter
|pass parameters
|optional parameters
Synonyms
argument (In programming, often interchangeable with 'parameter', though 'argument' refers to the actual value given.)
Themes
technology
|computing
|science
Definition
An input value you give to a computer function so it can work with it.
In computing, a value or reference passed to a function, procedure, or method to customize its operation.
NOUN
C1
FORMAL
3
Usage pattern:
parameters of [something]
Negotiations must remain within the parameters set by management.
A tárgyalásoknak a vezetőség által kijelölt keretek között kell maradniuk.
The study operates under strict ethical parameters.
A tanulmány szigorú etikai keretek között zajlik.
We agreed on the parameters of the deal before signing.
Learner examples
We work within the set parameters.
A megadott keretek között dolgozunk.
The rules are our parameters.
A szabályok jelentik a kereteinket.
Stay inside these parameters for safety.
Common mistake:
Some learners use 'parameters' when they mean 'criteria', which refers to standards for judgment rather than boundaries.
Meaning
limit that defines what is possible
Collocations
set parameters
|within the parameters
|beyond the parameters
Synonyms
boundary (A more general term for any dividing line or limit.)
|
constraint (Emphasizes restriction rather than definition of scope.)
Antonyms
freedom (Absence of limits or constraints.)
Themes
business
|planning
|core_vocabulary
|work
Definition
A fixed limit that controls what can happen or be done.
A limit or boundary that defines the scope of a particular activity, process, or discussion.
Grammar
Dictionary form
parameter
IPA
GB/pɚˈæmətɚ/
US/pɚˈæmətɚ/
Syllables & stress
para - met - er (3 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (para)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: parameter
- Plural: parameters
Word family
Forms
parameters
noun
Related words
parametric
adjective
Advanced or less common
parameterize
verb
parameterization
noun
Expressions
set the parameters
1/sˈɛt ðə pɚˈæmətɚz/
fixed phrase
technical
define limits or factors
To decide and fix the limits or details that control how something should work.
Examples
- Before we start, let's set the parameters for the project.
- The teacher set the parameters for the assignment clearly.
within the parameters of
1/wɪðˈɪn ðə pɚˈæmətɚz əv/
fixed phrase
formal
inside defined limits
Following the rules or limits of something.
Examples
- We must operate within the parameters of the law.
- The team stayed within the parameters of the agreement.