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Add

æd
Extremely common
300 - 400
300 - 400
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.

eklemek, katmak, ilave etmek, arttırmak

Add meanings in Turkish

eklemek

Example:
I want to add some sugar to my tea.
Çayımın içine biraz şeker eklemek istiyorum.
Please add your name to the list.
Lütfen adınızı listeye ekleyin.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in both spoken and written language when referring to including something additional.
Note: This is the most common meaning of 'add' and is used in various contexts, from cooking to making lists.

katmak

Example:
She added a comment to the discussion.
Tartışmaya bir yorum kattı.
He added more details to his explanation.
Açıklamasına daha fazla detay kattı.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Commonly used in discussions, writing, or presentations when contributing additional information.
Note: 'Katmak' implies enhancing or enriching something, often used in intellectual or artistic contexts.

ilave etmek

Example:
You can add extra features to the software.
Yazılıma ekstra özellikler ilave edebilirsiniz.
They decided to add more content to the website.
Web sitesine daha fazla içerik ilave etmeye karar verdiler.
Usage: formalContext: Often used in technical or formal contexts, such as software development or project management.
Note: 'İlave etmek' is more formal and often used in written communication or professional environments.

arttırmak

Example:
We need to add more effort to this project.
Bu projeye daha fazla çaba arttırmamız gerekiyor.
They added fuel to the fire.
Ateşe benzin eklediler.
Usage: informalContext: Used figuratively to indicate increasing intensity or quantity of something.
Note: This usage often has a metaphorical sense, implying an increase in intensity or severity.

Add's synonyms

sum

To find the total of two or more numbers or amounts.
Example: She summed up the total cost of the project.
Note: Similar to 'add' but often used in a more formal or mathematical context.

include

To add something as part of a whole.
Example: Please include your contact information in the email.
Note: Focuses on incorporating something as part of a larger entity or group.

append

To add something at the end of a document or text.
Example: He decided to append a note at the end of the report.
Note: Specifically refers to adding something at the end.

join

To come together or unite with others.
Example: We should join forces to tackle this problem together.
Note: Implies coming together or combining efforts rather than just adding.

Add expressions, common phrases

Add fuel to the fire

This phrase means to make a bad situation even worse by saying or doing something to provoke more anger or hostility.
Example: Her comments only added fuel to the fire, making the situation worse.
Note: The word 'add' itself simply means to combine or join things together, while this idiom specifically refers to exacerbating a negative situation.

Add insult to injury

To make a bad situation even worse by doing something in addition to what has already happened.
Example: Not only did he lose his job, but his boss also criticized him publicly, adding insult to injury.
Note: While 'add' typically means to include something else, this idiom emphasizes making a bad situation more painful or upsetting.

Add up

To calculate the total of multiple numbers or amounts.
Example: The expenses seem to add up quickly, so we need to budget carefully.
Note: This phrase uses 'add' in the sense of performing mathematical addition, unlike the general meaning of 'add' which can involve various types of combining.

Add to the mix

To contribute something additional to an existing situation or group of things.
Example: Her arrival added a new dynamic to the group, adding to the mix of personalities.
Note: While 'add' means to include or join, this phrase specifically highlights bringing something new or different into a mix.

Add on

To include something extra or additional to what already exists.
Example: You can choose to add on extra services to your package for an additional fee.
Note: This phrase focuses on adding something more on top of what is already present, similar to the general meaning of 'add' but with a sense of extension.

Add fuel to the flame

Similar to 'add fuel to the fire,' this idiom means to worsen a situation by intensifying an already contentious issue.
Example: His harsh words added fuel to the flame of their argument.
Note: The use of 'flame' instead of 'fire' is a slight variation in imagery, but both idioms convey the idea of escalating a conflict.

Add to the confusion

To make a situation more confusing or complicated by contributing to the existing confusion.
Example: Her unclear explanation only added to the confusion among the team members.
Note: While 'add' generally means to include something, this phrase specifically highlights making a situation more unclear or perplexing.

Add everyday (slang) expressions

Addict

Addict is often used to describe someone who is excessively fond of or has a strong inclination towards something.
Example: I'm a chocolate addict. I can't resist it!
Note: It differs from 'add' in that it implies a more extreme or compulsive level of attachment or dependency.

Addy

'Addy' is a shortened form of 'address' often used informally in text messages or casual conversations.
Example: Hey, can you send me the addy to the party tonight?
Note: It differs from 'add' as it specifically refers to a physical or digital location rather than the act of combining things.

Addy-up

'Addy-up' is a slang term used to mean to calculate, total, or add things together.
Example: We need to addy-up all the expenses before we split the bill.
Note: It differs from 'add' in that it is more colloquial and often used in informal settings to refer to summing up or totaling.

Add to the pot

To 'add to the pot' means to contribute money, resources, or effort towards a common goal or shared expense.
Example: Let's all add to the pot and get pizza for lunch.
Note: It differs from 'add' as it involves contributing to a collective pool rather than simply combining elements.

Addy daddy

'Addy daddy' is a playful term used to refer to someone who is good at managing or organizing numbers, particularly in terms of budgeting or financial matters.
Example: My dad is the ultimate addy daddy when it comes to budgeting.
Note: It combines 'addy' (address) with 'daddy' (term of endearment for father) to create a unique slang term unrelated to the original meaning of 'add.'

Add - Examples

Add the sugar to the mixture.
Karışıma şekeri ekleyin.
You can add more vegetables if you like.
İsterseniz daha fazla sebze ekleyebilirsiniz.
I need to add up these numbers.
Bu sayıları toplamak zorundayım.

Add grammar

Add - Verb (Verb) / Verb, base form (Verb, base form)
Lemma: add
Conjugations
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): added
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): adding
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): adds
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): add
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): add
Syllables, Separation and Stress
add Contains 1 syllables: add
Phonetic transcription: ˈad
add , ˈad (The red syllable is stressed)

Add - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
add: 300 - 400 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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