phrase
gb/fɹˈeɪz/ us/fɹˈeɪz/
A2
English
~ 2200
kifejezés, szókapcsolat, szállóige, szlogen, állandósult kifejezés, megfogalmaz
NOUN
A2
1
kifejezés
B1
szókapcsolat
B2
Usage pattern:
[a/an] [adjective] phrase
She used the phrase 'better late than never' in her speech.
A beszédében a „jobb későn, mint soha” kifejezést használta.
The teacher explained the meaning of the phrase.
A tanár elmagyarázta a kifejezés jelentését.
That phrase is often used in advertising.
Can you repeat that phrase more slowly?
He underlined the key phrase in the text.
Learner examples
I don't understand this phrase.
Nem értem ezt a kifejezést.
This phrase is easy to say.
Ezt a kifejezést könnyű kimondani.
Please write the new phrase in your notebook.
We learned a new English phrase today.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'phrase' with 'sentence'. A sentence is a complete idea with a subject and verb; a phrase may not be complete.
Meaning
Group of words with meaning
Collocations
common phrase
|key phrase
|short phrase
|catchy phrase
|simple phrase
Synonyms
expression (Often used interchangeably, but 'expression' can also refer to nonverbal communication.)
|
wording (Refers to the choice of words, not necessarily a fixed group.)
Antonyms
word (A single unit of language, unlike a group of words.)
Themes
language
|grammar
|communication
|education
|core_vocabulary
Definition
A few words together that have a meaning, often part of a sentence.
A small group of words that work together to express a particular idea, often forming part of a sentence.
NOUN
B1
2
Usage pattern:
[a/an] [adjective] phrase
'Time is money' is a common English phrase.
A „Time is money” közismert angol szállóige.
The politician is known for his catchy phrases.
A politikus a frappáns szlogenjeiről ismert.
That phrase has been overused in movies.
Learner examples
'Good morning' is an English phrase.
A „Good morning” egy állandósult angol kifejezés.
I learned a new phrase from TV.
A tévéből tanultam egy új szállóigét.
That is a famous phrase in my country.
Meaning
Short fixed saying
Collocations
famous phrase
|popular phrase
|catchphrase
Synonyms
saying (A well-known expression, sometimes with a moral or proverb-like quality.)
|
idiom (A fixed expression whose meaning is not literal.)
Themes
language
|culture
|communication
|education
|core_vocabulary
Definition
A short group of words that many people know and use.
A short, well-known group of words that is often repeated and recognized by many people.
VERB
B2
3
megfogalmaz
B1
Usage pattern:
to phrase [something] [adverb/adjective]
She phrased her question very politely.
Nagyon udvariasan fogalmazta meg a kérdését.
Try to phrase your complaint more clearly.
Próbáld világosabban megfogalmazni a panaszodat.
He phrased the invitation in a friendly way.
Learner examples
Please phrase your answer simply.
Kérlek, egyszerű szavakkal fogalmazd meg a válaszodat.
I need to phrase my request carefully.
Körültekintően kell megfogalmaznom a kérésemet.
She phrased the question slowly.
Meaning
Express in specific wording
Collocations
carefully phrase
|poorly phrase
|phrase politely
Synonyms
word (To choose and arrange words; often interchangeable but 'phrase' can imply more careful choice.)
|
formulate (More formal; to develop and express an idea clearly.)
Antonyms
misstate (To express something incorrectly or unclearly.)
Themes
language
|communication
|education
|core_vocabulary
Definition
To say or write something in a certain way.
To express an idea using particular words or wording.
Grammar
Dictionary form
phrase
IPA
GB/fɹˈeɪz/
US/fɹˈeɪz/
Syllables & stress
phrase (1 syllable)
Stress on 1st syllable (phrase)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: phrase
- Plural: phrases
Verb
- Base: phrase
- 3rd Person Singular: phrases
- Present Participle: phrasing
- Past: phrased
Word family
Forms
phrases
noun
phrasing
verb
phrased
verb
Related words
Advanced or less common
phraseology
noun
Expressions
catchphrase
1/kˈæt͡ʃfɹəs/
fixed phrase
Famous saying linked to someone/something
A short saying that many people remember and connect with one person or show.
Examples
- 'Just do it' is Nike's catchphrase.
- The comedian's catchphrase made the audience laugh every time.
phrase book
1/fɹˈeɪz bˈʊk/
fixed phrase
Book with language expressions and translations
A small book with common sentences in another language and their meanings.
Examples
- I brought a Spanish phrase book on my trip.
- He used a phrase book to ask for directions.
turn of phrase
1/tˈɚn əv fɹˈeɪz/
fixed phrase
Particular style of wording
A special or nice way of saying something.
Examples
- The author has a beautiful turn of phrase.
- I admire his clever turn of phrase.