recitation
gb/ɹˌɛsɪtˈeɪʃən/ us/ɹˌɛsɪtˈeɪʃən/
B2
English
elmondás, szavalás, előadás, szavalóest, gyakorlat, felsorolás
NOUN
B2
1
Usage pattern:
recitation of [text]
Her recitation of the poem was clear and confident.
A verset tisztán és magabiztosan szavalta el.
The children practiced their recitation every afternoon.
A gyerekek minden délután gyakorolták a szöveg elmondását.
He forgot a line during the recitation and had to start again.
Learner examples
I have a recitation tomorrow in class.
Holnap az órán el kell mondanom egy szöveget.
She practiced her recitation at home.
Otthon gyakorolta a szöveg elmondását.
Common mistake:
Often confused with citation (a reference to a source).
Meaning
saying something aloud from memory
Collocations
a recitation of a poem
|a recitation of the Lord's Prayer
|memorize for recitation
|oral recitation
|a perfect recitation
|a stumbling recitation
|practice recitation
|recitation skills
|recitation competition
|recitation from memory
Synonyms
rote repetition (Emphasizes repeating without deep understanding.)
|
memorized speech (Highlights that the words are learned in advance.)
Antonyms
improvisation (Speaking without a prepared text or memorization.)
Themes
education
|language
|performance
Definition
Saying a text out loud, often from memory.
The act of saying a poem, speech, prayer, or other text aloud, especially from memory.
NOUN
C1
2
előadás
A2
szavalóest
B2
Usage pattern:
a recitation of [poems/stories] (at/in [place])
The library hosted a recitation of classic poems.
A könyvtár klasszikus versekből rendezett szavalóestnek adott otthont.
Her recitation of the monologue brought the audience to tears.
A monológ előadása könnyekig meghatotta a közönséget.
We went to an outdoor recitation in the park.
Learner examples
We watched a recitation at school.
Az iskolában megnéztünk egy irodalmi előadást.
He gave a recitation on stage.
A színpadon adott elő egy szöveget.
Common mistake:
Do not confuse with recital, which is especially common for music performances.
Meaning
public performance of spoken text
Collocations
a poetry recitation
|a dramatic recitation
|a public recitation
|an evening recitation
|a recitation performance
|a recitation at the festival
|a recitation by a guest speaker
|a recitation of Shakespeare
|a recitation of excerpts
|attend a recitation
Synonyms
reading (More general; may not imply memorization or performance style.)
|
performance (Broader; can include acting or staging beyond spoken delivery.)
Antonyms
silent reading (Reading to yourself rather than aloud for an audience.)
Themes
arts
|performance
|culture
Definition
A public event where someone reads or says a text aloud.
A public performance in which someone reads or delivers literature, a speech, or another text aloud.
NOUN
C1
3
gyakorlat
A2
Usage pattern:
in/at recitation; a recitation for [course]
We cover problem sets in recitation on Fridays.
Pénteken a gyakorlaton vesszük át a feladatsorokat.
She missed recitation, so she didn’t know about the quiz.
Hiányzott a gyakorlatról, ezért nem tudott a röpdolgozatról.
Ask the TA during recitation if you’re stuck on the homework.
Learner examples
I have recitation after the lecture.
Az előadás után gyakorlatom van.
Recitation helps me practice the problems.
A gyakorlat segít begyakorolni a feladatokat.
Common mistake:
In many universities, recitation is separate from lecture; learners may assume it means a performance.
Meaning
class meeting for oral answers
Collocations
go to recitation
|miss recitation
|recitation section
|recitation class
|weekly recitation
|math recitation
|chemistry recitation
|recitation instructor
|recitation leader
|recitation attendance
Synonyms
discussion section (Common university term; emphasizes discussion more than reciting.)
|
tutorial (Often smaller-group teaching; not necessarily based on reciting.)
Antonyms
lecture (Mainly one-way teaching rather than student participation.)
Themes
education
|university
Definition
A class meeting where students give spoken answers or practice material.
A class period, especially in some school and university settings, in which students answer questions, recite material, or discuss work with an instructor.
NOUN
C2
FORMAL
4
felsorolás
B1
Usage pattern:
a recitation of [facts/events/terms]
The report began with a recitation of the key facts.
A jelentés a legfontosabb tények felsorolásával kezdődött.
The judge rejected the motion as a mere recitation of allegations.
A bíró elutasította az indítványt, mert az szerinte csupán a vádak puszta felsorolása volt.
The contract includes a recitation of the parties’ responsibilities.
Common mistake:
In this sense, recitation does not mean a performance; it means a detailed listing.
Meaning
formal listing of facts or terms
Collocations
a recitation of facts
|a recitation of events
|a recitation of terms
|a lengthy recitation
|a detailed recitation
|a brief recitation
|a recitation in the contract
|a recitation in the report
|a recitation of the background
|mere recitation
Synonyms
account (More general; may include interpretation, not just listing.)
|
statement (Neutral term; does not always imply a detailed list.)
Antonyms
summary (A condensed version rather than a detailed listing.)
Themes
writing
|law
|business
Definition
A formal list of details in speech or writing.
A formal spoken or written statement that lists or sets out facts, terms, or events, often as part of an explanation or legal document.
Grammar
Dictionary form
recitation
IPA
GB/ɹˌɛsɪtˈeɪʃən/
US/ɹˌɛsɪtˈeɪʃən/
Syllables & stress
re - cit - a - tion (4 syllables)
Stress on 3rd syllable (a)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: recitation
- Plural: recitation, recitations
Expressions
recitation class
1/ɹˌɛsɪtˈeɪʃən klˈæs/
fixed phrase
class focused on oral practice
A class where students say answers or practice material aloud.
Examples
- The course has two lectures and one recitation class each week.
- In recitation class, students present their solutions at the board.
- The teacher used recitation class to review the chapter.
Learner examples
- We have recitation class on Friday.
- Recitation class helps me review.
recitation section
1/ɹˌɛsɪtˈeɪʃən sˈɛkʃən/
fixed phrase
small class linked to lecture
A small class where you practice what you learned in lecture.
Examples
- My recitation section meets on Wednesdays with the TA.
- You can switch to a different recitation section if there’s space.
- We solve extra problems in recitation section after the lecture.
Learner examples
- My recitation section is on Monday.
- I asked a question in recitation section.