realization
gb/ɹˌiəlɪzˈeɪʃən/ us/ɹˌiəlɪzˈeɪʃən/
B2
English
~ 5600
felismerés, ráébredés, belátás, megvalósítás, megvalósulás, értékesítés, pénzzé tétel, realizálás, feldolgozás, színrevitel
NOUN
B2
1
felismerés
B1
ráébredés
B2
Usage pattern:
the realization that [clause]
In that moment, she had the shocking realization that she no longer loved her job.
Abban a pillanatban megdöbbentő felismerés hasított belé: már nem szereti a munkáját.
His sudden realization that he was lost made his heart race.
A hirtelen felismeréstől, hogy eltévedt, hevesen verni kezdett a szíve.
I came to the realization that I needed to change my lifestyle.
The realization that nobody was coming to help was terrifying.
With the realization that the deadline was tomorrow, everyone started working faster.
Learner examples
I had a sudden realization that I was on the wrong train.
Hirtelen felismertem, hogy rossz vonaton ülök.
He came to the realization that he had made a big mistake.
Arra a felismerésre jutott, hogy nagy hibát követett el.
She felt scared at the realization that she was alone in the house.
The realization that English was important made him study harder.
At dinner, I had the realization that we had no money left.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes say *"the realization of that"* when they should say *"the realization that..."* followed by a full clause. For example, say *"the realization that I was wrong"*, not *"the realization of that I was wrong"*. Also note that British English often uses the spelling *realisation*.
Meaning
sudden or growing awareness
Collocations
the realization that
|sudden realization
|come to the realization
|a painful realization
|a shocking realization
Synonyms
awakening (Emphasizes a strong or dramatic new awareness, often emotional.)
|
awareness (More general and neutral; does not always imply a single clear moment.)
Antonyms
ignorance (Describes not knowing or not understanding a fact or situation.)
Themes
thinking
|emotions
|daily life
|core_vocabulary
Definition
The moment when you understand something clearly, often for the first time.
The act or moment of suddenly or gradually becoming aware that something is true or that a situation exists.
NOUN
B2
2
felismerés
B1
belátás
B2
Usage pattern:
a realization about [something]
Living abroad gave her an important realization about how much she took her family for granted.
A külföldi élet fontos felismerést hozott számára arról, mennyire magától értetődőnek vette a családját.
The book led him to a painful realization about his own behavior.
A könyv fájdalmas felismeréshez vezette a saját viselkedésével kapcsolatban.
This was a powerful realization for the team: they were focusing on the wrong problem.
Over time, he reached the quiet realization that success did not make him happy.
Her main realization from therapy was that she needed clearer boundaries.
Learner examples
Travel gave me a new realization about what I want in life.
Az utazás új felismerést adott arról, hogy mit akarok az élettől.
That day, he had a painful realization about his health.
Aznap fájdalmas felismerésre jutott az egészségével kapcsolatban.
The class helped her have a realization about how she learns best.
This was an important realization for our group.
His realization about money changed the way he lived.
Common mistake:
Learners may confuse *realization* (an understanding) with *reality* (the way things actually are). For example, say *"a realization about my job"*, not *"a reality about my job"*.
Meaning
new understanding or insight
Collocations
a important realization
|a personal realization
|a painful realization
|a gradual realization
|a clear realization
Synonyms
insight (Stresses deep or thoughtful understanding, often after careful thinking or experience.)
|
recognition (Highlights accepting or acknowledging something as true, sometimes publicly.)
Antonyms
misconception (Describes a wrong or false idea instead of a correct understanding.)
Themes
thinking
|personal growth
|education
|core_vocabulary
Definition
A clear idea or truth that you now understand about something.
An understanding or insight that a person has reached about something, considered as a specific idea or thought.
NOUN
B2
3
megvalósítás
B1
megvalósulás
B2
Usage pattern:
the realization of [a dream/plan/goal]
The new school is the realization of a long-held dream for the community.
Az új iskola a közösség régi álmának megvalósulása.
Years of research finally led to the realization of the project.
Évekig tartó kutatás vezetett végül a projekt megvalósításához.
Effective leadership is essential for the realization of strategic goals.
Her promotion marked the realization of her childhood ambition.
Government support was crucial for the realization of the housing plan.
Learner examples
The company celebrated the realization of its first big project.
A cég megünnepelte első nagy projektjének megvalósítását.
His new restaurant is the realization of a dream.
Az új étterme egy álom megvalósulása.
Hard work is needed for the realization of your goals.
Money is important for the realization of many ideas.
The plan is good, but its realization will be difficult.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes use *realization* instead of the verb *realize* for this sense. Use *"to realize a dream"* when you need a verb, and *"the realization of a dream"* when you need a noun.
Meaning
making a plan or hope real
Collocations
the realization of a dream
|the realization of a goal
|the realization of a project
|full realization
|practical realization
Synonyms
fulfillment (Often used for personal dreams and wishes becoming real.)
|
implementation (More formal; commonly used for plans, policies, or systems being put into practice.)
Antonyms
failure (Describes when a plan or dream does not happen or succeed.)
Themes
goals
|work
|business
|core_vocabulary
|daily_life
Definition
When a plan, dream, or idea becomes real in the world.
The act or process of making a plan, dream, idea, or goal become real or actually happen.
NOUN
C1
TECHNICAL
4
Usage pattern:
realization of [assets/investments]
The court ordered the realization of the company’s assets to pay its creditors.
A bíróság elrendelte a cég vagyontárgyainak értékesítését, hogy ki lehessen fizetni a hitelezőket.
Shareholders were disappointed with the low realization of their investments.
A részvényesek csalódottak voltak, hogy befektetéseiket csak alacsony áron sikerült értékesíteni.
The rapid realization of property allowed the firm to meet its short-term debts.
Learner examples
The bank asked for the realization of the house to pay the loan.
A bank kérte a ház értékesítését, hogy abból fizessék ki a hitelt.
Realization of assets is sometimes necessary when a business fails.
Az eszközök értékesítésére néha szükség van, amikor egy vállalkozás csődbe megy.
The company planned the realization of old machines to get cash.
After realization of the land, they could pay their bills.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse this technical sense with the everyday meaning of *realization* as understanding. In financial texts, *realization of assets* means selling them for money, not "understanding" them.
Meaning
turning assets into cash
Collocations
realization of assets
|realization of investments
|realization of property
|forced realization
|order for realization
Synonyms
liquidation (Often used when a company is closed and its assets are sold to pay debts.)
Antonyms
acquisition (Refers to obtaining assets or property, the opposite direction of selling them off.)
Themes
business
|finance
|law
Definition
When a company or person sells property or investments to get money.
The act of converting assets, property, or investments into money, especially in finance or law.
NOUN
C1
FORMAL
5
Usage pattern:
a realization of [a play/design/idea]
The film is a powerful realization of the novel.
A film a regény erőteljes feldolgozása.
Critics praised the director’s bold realization of the classic play.
A kritikusok dicsérték a rendező merész színrevitelét a klasszikus darabból.
The architect’s vision found a stunning realization in the finished building.
This production is an imaginative realization of a difficult score.
The project’s successful realization depended on close cooperation between designers and engineers.
Learner examples
The movie is a modern realization of an old story.
A film egy régi történet modern feldolgozása.
The stage realization of the book was very simple.
A könyv színpadi feldolgozása nagyon egyszerű volt.
We discussed the realization of the design in real life.
The director’s realization of the play was very creative.
Common mistake:
Learners may not realize that this sense is formal and mainly used in art and professional reviews. In everyday speech, people more often say *version*, *performance*, or *interpretation*.
Meaning
artistic or practical execution
Collocations
a brilliant realization
|a faithful realization
|a creative realization
|cinematic realization
|stage realization
Synonyms
interpretation (Common in art and performance; focuses on the artist’s personal way of presenting a work.)
|
execution (Stresses how well something is carried out, often in practical or artistic contexts.)
Antonyms
conception (Refers to the original idea or design, before it is carried out in practice.)
Themes
art
|media
|work
|arts_entertainment
|communication
Definition
The way an idea, plan, or art work is actually done or performed.
A particular way in which an idea, design, script, or piece of music is carried out, performed, or made real.
Grammar
Dictionary form
realization
IPA
GB/ɹˌiəlɪzˈeɪʃən/
US/ɹˌiəlɪzˈeɪʃən/
Syllables & stress
real - iz - a - tion (4 syllables)
Stress on 3rd syllable (a)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: realization
- Plural: realization, realizations
Word family
Forms
realizations
noun
Core family
Negative and opposite forms
unreal
adjective B2
unrealistic
adjective B1
Advanced or less common
realizable
adjective
Expressions
come to the realization that
1/kˈʌm tə ðə ɹˌiəlɪzˈeɪʃən ðˈæt/
fixed phrase
gradually realize something is true
To slowly see and understand that something is true or real.
Examples
- She came to the realization that she needed to change careers.
- Over time, he came to the realization that his parents had been right.
- We all came to the realization that the plan was not working.
with the realization that
1/wˈɪθ ðə ɹˌiəlɪzˈeɪʃən ðˈæt/
fixed phrase
at the moment of understanding
At the same time as you understand that something is true.
Examples
- With the realization that the train was gone, they ran back to the ticket office.
- Tears came with the realization that he might never return.
- With the realization that time was short, the team worked through the night.