introduction
gb/ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌkʃən/ us/ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌkʃən/
A2
English
~ 1400
Senses
0 senses
Noun
A2
action
1
Presenting for the first time
When a person or thing is shown to people for the first time.
Usage pattern:
the introduction of [someone/something] to [someone/something]
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'introduction' with 'invitation'. An introduction is about meeting, not asking someone to come.
Synonyms
presentation (More formal and often refers to a planned display or talk.)
Antonyms
farewell (Marks the ending of an acquaintance or relationship instead of the beginning.)
Collocations
make an introduction
|formal introduction
|brief introduction
|warm introduction
Themes
social
|communication
|events
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
Examples
- The host made a brief introduction before the speech.
- Her introduction to the team was warm and friendly.
- The introduction of the new product was a huge success.
- He gave an introduction to the visiting dignitaries.
- The CEO handled the introduction of the keynote speaker.
Learner examples
- I made an introduction between my friend and my teacher.
- The teacher gave an introduction to the new student.
- We had an introduction before we started work.
- My boss made an introduction at the meeting.
Noun
A2
entity
2
Opening section of text or speech
The beginning part of a book, speech, or film that tells what it will be about.
Usage pattern:
the introduction to [a book/speech/report]
Common mistake:
Learners may confuse 'introduction' with 'summary'. An introduction comes before the main content; a summary comes after.
Synonyms
preface (A formal introductory section in a book, often written by the author.)
Antonyms
conclusion (The final part, summarizing or ending a text or speech.)
Collocations
write an introduction
|brief introduction
|read the introduction
|introduction chapter
Themes
education
|writing
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Examples
- The book's introduction explains the author's motivation.
- He skipped the introduction and went straight to chapter one.
- In her introduction, she thanked her family and friends.
- The report's introduction outlines the main findings.
- I always read the introduction before deciding to buy a book.
Learner examples
- The teacher read the introduction to the story.
- I wrote an introduction for my essay.
- Please read the introduction before you start your homework.
- The film had a short introduction about the director.
Noun
B1
action
3
Start using something new
When something is used for the first time.
Usage pattern:
the introduction of [a system/rule/product]
Common mistake:
Learners might confuse 'introduction' here with 'invention'. Introduction is about starting use, not creating it for the first time.
Synonyms
implementation (Focuses on putting something into practice, often in business or policy.)
Antonyms
withdrawal (Removing something from use instead of starting it.)
Collocations
introduction of new technology
|gradual introduction
|successful introduction
Themes
business
|technology
|core_vocabulary
Examples
- The introduction of the new software improved efficiency.
- The school celebrated the introduction of a recycling program.
- There was resistance to the introduction of new safety measures.
- The government announced the introduction of stricter laws.
- The introduction of smartphones changed communication forever.
Learner examples
- The company had the introduction of a new app.
- We saw the introduction of electric buses in our city.
- The school had the introduction of a new lunch menu.
- There was an introduction of new rules at work.
Grammar
Dictionary form
introduction
IPA
GB/ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌkʃən/
US/ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌkʃən/
Syllables & stress
in - tro - duc - tion (4 syllables)
Stress on 3rd syllable (duc)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: introduction
- Plural: introduction, introductions
Word family
Forms
introductions
noun
Core family
introduce
verb A2
introductory
adjective B2
Related words
intro
noun B1
Advanced or less common
reintroduce
verb
reintroduction
noun
Expressions
by way of introduction
1/bˈaɪ wˈeɪ əv ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌkʃən/
fixed phrase
As a preliminary presentation
Used before giving basic information about someone or something for the first time.
Examples
- By way of introduction, let me tell you about our company.
- By way of introduction, she explained her background in education.
self-introduction
1/sˈɛlf ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌkʃən/
fixed phrase
Presenting oneself to others
Telling people your name and some information about yourself when you meet them for the first time.
Examples
- He began the meeting with a brief self-introduction.
- Please prepare a short self-introduction for the class.
serve as an introduction to
1/sˈɚv ˈæz ən ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌkʃən tə/
fixed phrase
Function as an opening or beginning
To be used as a starting part or first experience before something bigger or more detailed.
Examples
- This course will serve as an introduction to basic programming.
- The workshop served as an introduction to modern art.