script
gb/skɹˈɪpt/ us/skɹˈɪpt/
B1
English
~ 2500
forgatókönyv, szövegkönyv, szkript, parancsfájl, írás, írásmód, forgatókönyvet ír, szövegkönyvet ír
NOUN
B1
1
forgatókönyv
B1
szövegkönyv
B2
Usage pattern:
read [the] script
The actors spent weeks rehearsing the script before filming began.
A színészek heteken át próbáltak a forgatókönyv alapján, mielőtt elkezdődött a forgatás.
She wrote the script for a popular television series.
Ő írta egy népszerű tévésorozat forgatókönyvét.
He forgot his lines and had to glance at the script.
The director made several changes to the script during production.
Learner examples
I read the script before we started acting.
Elolvastam a szövegkönyvet, mielőtt elkezdtünk játszani.
She is writing a script for her school play.
Az iskolai színdarabjához ír szövegkönyvet.
The actor learned his script very well.
We will follow the script for the show.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'script' with 'screenplay' or 'scenario'; 'script' is more general and applies to any written performance text.
Meaning
Written words for a performance
Collocations
read a script
|write a script
|film script
|script writer
|follow the script
Synonyms
screenplay (Usually refers specifically to the script for a film, often with more technical formatting.)
Antonyms
improvisation (Performing without a prepared text.)
Themes
entertainment
|media
|writing
|arts_entertainment
|communication
Definition
The words and directions written for a play, movie, or TV show.
The written text of a play, film, television program, or other performance, including dialogue and instructions for actors.
NOUN
B2
TECHNICAL
2
szkript
B2
parancsfájl
C1
Usage pattern:
run [a] script
The developer wrote a script to clean up old files.
A fejlesztő írt egy szkriptet a régi fájlok kitakarítására.
You can run this script to update the database automatically.
Ezt a szkriptet futtathatod az adatbázis automatikus frissítéséhez.
This script will generate a daily report.
Learner examples
I wrote a script to send emails.
Írtam egy szkriptet e-mailek küldésére.
You can run the script to start the program.
Futtathatod a szkriptet a program elindításához.
The script makes the computer do the work.
Common mistake:
Some learners confuse 'script' with 'program'; in computing, scripts are often smaller and interpreted rather than compiled.
Meaning
Code for computer automation
Collocations
run a script
|write a script
|script file
|script execution
Synonyms
program (A general term for any set of instructions; 'script' is usually shorter and simpler.)
Antonyms
manual operation (Doing tasks by hand rather than by automated instructions.)
Themes
technology
|computing
Definition
A set of written computer instructions that tell the computer what to do.
A file or set of commands written in a programming or scripting language that automates tasks or controls computer operations.
NOUN
B2
3
Usage pattern:
written in [a] script
The document was written in elegant Arabic script.
A dokumentum elegáns arab írással készült.
Her signature is in a flowing cursive script.
Az aláírása lendületes folyóírással készült.
The artist designed a new decorative script for the poster.
Learner examples
I like your handwriting script.
Tetszik a kézírásod stílusa.
The old book has Arabic script inside.
A régi könyvben arab írás található.
She writes in cursive script.
Common mistake:
Learners may confuse 'script' with 'font'; fonts are digital typefaces, while scripts can be handwritten or printed styles.
Meaning
Style of handwriting or lettering
Collocations
cursive script
|Arabic script
|calligraphic script
Synonyms
handwriting (Refers to an individual's personal writing style; 'script' can be a standardized or artistic style.)
Antonyms
print (Block-style letters that are not cursive.)
Themes
writing
|art
|arts_entertainment
|communication
Definition
A way of writing letters by hand or in print, usually in a special style.
A style of handwriting or printed letters, often cursive or decorative in form.
VERB
B1
4
Usage pattern:
to script [a performance]
She scripted the entire radio drama herself.
Az egész rádiójáték forgatókönyvét ő maga írta.
The teacher asked students to script their own short plays.
A tanár arra kérte a diákokat, hogy írjanak szövegkönyvet a saját rövid darabjaikhoz.
He scripted several scenes before filming began.
Learner examples
I will script my school play.
Megírom az iskolai színdarabom szövegkönyvét.
She scripted a funny scene for the show.
Írt egy vicces jelenetet a műsorhoz.
They will script the new movie together.
Meaning
Write words for performance
Collocations
script a show
|script dialogue
Synonyms
write (General term; 'script' is specific to preparing texts for performances.)
Antonyms
improvise (To perform without prepared text.)
Themes
entertainment
|media
|arts_entertainment
|communication
Definition
To write the words for actors in a play, movie, or TV show.
To write the text and instructions for actors or presenters in a play, film, television program, or broadcast.
Grammar
Dictionary form
script
IPA
GB/skɹˈɪpt/
US/skɹˈɪpt/
Syllables & stress
script (1 syllable)
Stress on 1st syllable (script)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: script
- Plural: script, scripts
Verb
- Base: script
- 3rd Person Singular: scripts
- Present Participle: scripting
- Past: scripted
Word family
Forms
scripts
noun
scripting
verb
scripted
verb
Core family
scriptwriter
noun
Related words
Negative and opposite forms
unscripted
adjective
Advanced or less common
inscription
noun B2
inscribe
verb C1
Expressions
follow the script
1/fˈɑloʊ ðə skɹˈɪpt/
fixed phrase
Do exactly as planned or written
To do something exactly as it was planned or written before.
Examples
- The actors followed the script perfectly during the performance.
- In negotiations, it's important to follow the script to avoid mistakes.
off script
1/ˈɔf skɹˈɪpt/
fixed phrase
Not using prepared words or plan
Speaking or acting without using prepared words or plan.
Examples
- The speaker went off script and told a personal story.
- He tends to go off script during presentations.
read from the same script
1/ɹˈid fɹˈʌm ðə sˈeɪm skɹˈɪpt/
idiom
Speak in agreement with others
To say the same things as others because you agree or plan together.
Examples
- The team is reading from the same script about the new policy.
- Politicians from both parties were reading from the same script on this issue.