Αγγλικά

code

gb/kˈoʊd/ us/kˈoʊd/
B1 Αγγλικά
~ 1700
Σημασίες
0 σημασίες
Ουσιαστικό B1 entity
1

system of symbols or rules

A set of letters, numbers, or signs that have a special meaning and are used to give information or instructions.

Μοτίβο χρήσης: [someone] writes [something] in code
Συχνό λάθος:
Learners sometimes confuse 'code' meaning 'law' with 'code' meaning 'symbols for information', leading to unclear sentences.
Συνώνυμα
cipher (Often refers to a secret or encrypted code, especially in security contexts.) | symbol system (More general and not limited to secrecy or computing.)
Αντώνυμα
plain language (Meaning expressed directly without using a code or symbols.)
Συνδυασμοί λέξεων
computer code |postal code |security code |source code |access code
Θέματα
technology |communication
Παραδείγματα
  • The programmer wrote the code for the new app.
  • You need a security code to enter the building.
  • Morse code uses dots and dashes to represent letters.
  • The postal code helps the mail reach the right address.
Παραδείγματα για μαθητές
  • I can read this code on the screen.
  • She entered the code to open the door.
  • The code tells the computer what to do.
Ουσιαστικό B2 entity
2

official set of rules or laws

A set of rules or laws that people agree to follow.

Μοτίβο χρήσης: the code of [organization/society]
Συχνό λάθος:
Learners may confuse 'code' as 'law' with 'code' as 'computer instructions'. Context is key.
Συνώνυμα
regulations (Rules set by an authority; may be less comprehensive than a full code.) | statutes (Formal written laws, often forming part of a legal code.)
Αντώνυμα
anarchy (A state without laws or codes.)
Συνδυασμοί λέξεων
legal code |criminal code |civil code |code of conduct
Θέματα
law |society |politics
Παραδείγματα
  • The criminal code defines different types of offenses.
  • The company has a strict code of conduct.
  • The civil code governs private rights and matters.
Παραδείγματα για μαθητές
  • The school has a dress code.
  • The criminal code is about laws for crimes.
  • We follow a safety code at work.
Ρήμα technical B1 action
3

write computer program instructions

To write commands for a computer program using special words and rules.

Μοτίβο χρήσης: to code [a program/application]
Συχνό λάθος:
Learners sometimes confuse 'code' (verb) with 'encode', which can mean converting information into another form, not necessarily programming.
Συνώνυμα
program (More formal; can also refer to the act of planning in non-computer contexts.)
Αντώνυμα
decode (To translate coded information into normal language; opposite in terms of interpreting rather than creating.)
Συνδυασμοί λέξεων
code an app |code in Python |learn to code
Θέματα
technology |work
Παραδείγματα
  • She learned how to code in JavaScript.
  • They are coding a new video game.
  • He spends most of his day coding software for clients.
Παραδείγματα για μαθητές
  • I want to learn how to code.
  • We can code this game together.
  • He codes apps for phones.
Ρήμα B2 action
4

convert into symbols or signals

To change information into signs or symbols so others cannot easily understand it.

Μοτίβο χρήσης: to code [a message/information]
Συνώνυμα
encrypt (Specifically refers to secure coding for secrecy in digital systems.)
Αντώνυμα
decode (To change coded symbols back into understandable form.)
Συνδυασμοί λέξεων
code a message |coded language
Θέματα
communication |technology
Παραδείγματα
  • They coded the message before sending it.
  • Sensitive data should be coded for security reasons.
  • The spy coded her reports to avoid detection.
Παραδείγματα για μαθητές
  • I will code this message so no one understands it.
  • They coded the letter before sending it.
  • He can code secret messages.
Γραμματική
Λημματική μορφή
code
IPA
GB/kˈoʊd/
US/kˈoʊd/
Συλλαβές και τόνος
code (1 συλλαβή)
Stress on 1st syllable (code)
Τύποι λέξης
Noun
  • Base: code
  • Plural: code, codes
Verb
  • Base: code
  • 3rd Person Singular: codes
  • Present Participle: coding
  • Past: coded
Οικογένεια λέξεων
Forms
codes noun coding verb coded verb
Core family
coder noun
Related words
encode verb B2 decode verb barcode noun postcode noun
Advanced or less common
codify verb C1 codification noun
Εκφράσεις

in code

1
/ˈɪn kˈoʊd/
fixed phrase

using symbols instead of normal words

Using special signs, numbers, or letters instead of normal words to give information.

Παραδείγματα
  • The soldiers spoke in code to keep their plans secret.
  • She sent me a message in code so no one else could read it.

zip code

1
/zˈɪp kˈoʊd/
fixed phrase

postal number in the US

A number used in the US to show where mail should be sent.

Παραδείγματα
  • Please write your zip code on the form.
  • I forgot his zip code and the letter came back.

area code

1
/ˈɛɹiə kˈoʊd/
fixed phrase

telephone number prefix for region

The first numbers in a phone number that show which part of a country it is from.

Παραδείγματα
  • What's the area code for New York City?
  • You need to dial the area code when calling long-distance.
  • You need to dial the area code first when calling long distance.

code of conduct

1
/kˈoʊd əv kˈɑndʌkt/
fixed phrase

rules for acceptable behavior

A set of rules about how people should behave in a group or organization.

Παραδείγματα
  • Every employee must follow the company's code of conduct.
  • All employees must follow the company's code of conduct.
  • The sports club has a strict code of conduct for members.
  • The school has a strict code of conduct for students.

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