treatment
gb/tɹˈitmənt/ us/tɹˈitmənt/
A2
English
~ 800
kezelés, bánásmód
NOUN
A2
1
kezelés
B1
Usage pattern:
[someone] receive treatment for [condition]
She is receiving treatment for pneumonia at the local hospital.
A helyi kórházban tüdőgyulladás miatt kezelik.
The new drug shows promise in the treatment of cancer.
Az új gyógyszer ígéretesnek bizonyul a rák kezelésében.
Immediate treatment can greatly improve the chances of recovery.
He refused any medical treatment after the accident.
The clinic specializes in the treatment of skin disorders.
Learner examples
I need treatment for my broken arm.
Kezelésre van szükségem a törött karom miatt.
The doctor gave me treatment for my cough.
Az orvos kezelést írt elő a köhögésemre.
She is getting treatment at the hospital.
He started treatment last week.
They will give you treatment for your injury.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'treatment' with 'medicine'. 'Treatment' is the whole process of care, not just the pills or drugs.
Meaning
Care to help someone recover
Collocations
receive treatment
|medical treatment
|treatment plan
|treatment options
|emergency treatment
Synonyms
therapy (Often refers to a specific method or ongoing process of treatment, especially for mental or physical conditions.)
Antonyms
neglect (Refers to failing to provide necessary care or attention.)
Themes
health
|medicine
|daily life
|science
|core_vocabulary
Definition
The help and care given by doctors or other health workers to make someone well again.
The management and care of a patient to combat disease or injury.
NOUN
B1
2
Usage pattern:
[someone] receive [adjective] treatment from [someone]
The workers demanded fair treatment from their employer.
A dolgozók tisztességes bánásmódot követeltek a munkáltatójuktól.
He received special treatment because he was a celebrity.
Kivételes bánásmódban részesült, mert híresség volt.
Her kind treatment of the children won everyone's respect.
The animals suffered cruel treatment at the hands of their owners.
They accused the company of unequal treatment of female employees.
Learner examples
I want fair treatment at work.
Tisztességes bánásmódot szeretnék a munkahelyemen.
She gave me kind treatment.
Kedvesen bánt velem.
He gets special treatment from the teacher.
The dog needs gentle treatment.
They asked for equal treatment.
Common mistake:
Learners may confuse this with 'service'. 'Treatment' refers to behavior toward someone, while 'service' is help provided, often in business contexts.
Meaning
Way someone is treated
Collocations
fair treatment
|special treatment
|equal treatment
|harsh treatment
|preferential treatment
Synonyms
handling (Focuses more on the process or method used rather than the interpersonal aspect.)
Antonyms
mistreatment (Refers to treating someone badly or unfairly.)
Themes
social
|relationships
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Definition
The way someone acts toward another person or thing.
The manner in which someone behaves toward or deals with another person or thing.
NOUN
B2
3
kezelés
B1
Usage pattern:
[something] undergo [type of] treatment
The city has invested in new water treatment facilities.
A város új vízkezelő létesítményekbe ruházott be.
This wood has had special treatment to make it weather-resistant.
Ez a faanyag speciális kezelést kapott, hogy időjárásálló legyen.
The fabric undergoes a chemical treatment before being dyed.
Wastewater treatment is essential for protecting the environment.
Learner examples
Water treatment makes water clean.
A vízkezelés tisztává teszi a vizet.
This wood had special treatment.
Ez a faanyag speciális kezelést kapott.
The factory does wastewater treatment.
Metal needs surface treatment before painting.
Meaning
Method to improve something
Collocations
water treatment
|wastewater treatment
|surface treatment
|data treatment
Synonyms
processing (Emphasizes the series of actions taken to change something, especially in industrial contexts.)
Antonyms
contamination (Refers to making something worse or dirty instead of improving it.)
Themes
science
|technology
|core_vocabulary
Definition
A way of changing or improving something, often by using chemicals or special processes.
A process or technique used to improve, preserve, or alter the condition of something.
Grammar
Dictionary form
treatment
IPA
GB/tɹˈitmənt/
US/tɹˈitmənt/
Syllables & stress
treat - ment (2 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (treat)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: treatment
- Plural: treatment, treatments
Word family
Expressions
fair treatment
1/fˈɛɹ tɹˈitmənt/
fixed phrase
Equal and just behavior toward all people
When everyone is treated in a way that is right and equal.
Examples
- Workers are fighting for fair treatment and better pay.
- Fair treatment should be a basic human right.
harsh treatment
1/hˈɑɹʃ tɹˈitmənt/
fixed phrase
Severe or cruel behavior toward someone or something
When someone is treated in a very strict or cruel way.
Examples
- The prisoners complained about harsh treatment by the guards.
- Harsh treatment of animals is against the law.
special treatment
1/spˈɛʃəl tɹˈitmənt/
fixed phrase
Extra care or advantages given
When someone gets more help, care, or advantages than other people.
Examples
- VIP guests receive special treatment at this hotel.
- He accused the teacher of giving special treatment to certain students.
give someone the cold shoulder
1/ɡˈɪv sˈʌmwˌʌn ðə kˈoʊld ʃˈoʊldɚ/
idiom
informal
Deliberately ignore someone
To act like you do not see or know someone because you are angry or do not like them.
Examples
- After their argument, she gave him the cold shoulder for days.
- He felt hurt when his friends gave him the cold shoulder at the party.
give someone the cold shoulder
2/ɡˈɪv sˈʌmwˌʌn ðə kˈoʊld ʃˈoʊldɚ/
idiom
Deliberately ignore someone
To treat someone in an unfriendly way by ignoring them.
Examples
- After their argument, she gave him the cold shoulder for days.
- He tried to talk to her, but she gave him the cold shoulder.