blast
gb/blˈæst/ us/blˈæst/
B1
Inglés
~ 6500
robbanás, robbant, felrobbant, szuper élmény, remekül szórakozik, bömböltet, üvöltet, légáramlat, dudaszó, élesen bírál, keményen kritizál, bombáz, nagy erővel lő, száguld, elszáguld, átrobog, éles bírálat, kemény kritika, kirohanás, levegőáram, fúvószél, levegősugár
SUSTANTIVO
B1
1
robbanás
A2
Patrón de uso:
a blast [from/of] [something]
The blast shattered windows for blocks around the factory.
A robbanás a gyár körül több háztömbnyire is betörte az ablakokat.
Police say the blast was caused by a gas leak in the basement.
A rendőrség szerint a robbanást az alagsori gázszivárgás okozta.
Residents reported hearing a huge blast just after midnight.
The blast threw him several meters into the air.
Emergency crews rushed to the scene of the blast.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
The blast broke all the glass in the shop.
A robbanás betörte az összes üveget az üzletben.
We heard a loud blast and then saw smoke.
Hangos robbanást hallottunk, aztán füstöt láttunk.
Firefighters came quickly after the blast.
The blast damaged many cars in the street.
People ran away when they heard the blast.
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes confuse this meaning with 'a blast' meaning 'a very fun time'. In serious news or accident contexts, 'blast' almost always refers to an explosion, not enjoyment.
Significado
sudden violent explosion
Colocaciones
a massive blast
|car bomb blast
|survive the blast
|the blast killed [number]
|blast wave
Sinónimos
explosion (The most direct neutral synonym; slightly more common in formal or technical writing.)
Antónimos
calm (Describes a situation where nothing sudden or violent happens, the opposite of an explosive blast.)
Temas
disasters
|safety
|news
|science
|core_vocabulary
Definición
A sudden, very strong explosion that makes a huge noise and can break things.
A sudden, violent release of energy that causes an explosion, shock wave, and very loud noise, often damaging things nearby.
VERBO
B1
2
robbant
B1
felrobbant
B1
Patrón de uso:
blast [something] (open/apart/to pieces)
Engineers will blast a tunnel through the mountain for the new rail line.
A mérnökök robbantással vájnak alagutat a hegyen át az új vasútvonal számára.
The thieves blasted the safe open and escaped with the cash.
A tolvajok robbantással nyitották fel a széfet, majd elmenekültek a készpénzzel.
Demolition crews blasted the old bridge into the river.
They used dynamite to blast the rock away from the road.
Soldiers blasted a hole in the wall to enter the building.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
Workers blasted a big hole in the ground.
A munkások nagy lyukat robbantottak a földbe.
The police blasted the door open.
A rendőrök robbantással nyitották ki az ajtót.
They blasted the old building yesterday.
The miners blasted the rock to get to the gold.
The storm was so strong it almost blasted the windows out.
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes use 'blast' when 'break' or 'open' is enough. 'Blast' suggests very strong force, often with explosives, not just normal breaking.
Significado
destroy with explosives or force
Colocaciones
blast a hole
|blast the door open
|blast the rock
|blasted to pieces
|blast their way through
Sinónimos
blow up (Common phrasal verb; slightly more informal but very similar in meaning when talking about using explosives.)
Antónimos
repair (Means to fix or restore something, the opposite of destroying it with a blast.)
Temas
construction
|safety
|military
|science
|core_vocabulary
Definición
To break or destroy something with a very strong force, often with bombs or special tools.
To destroy, break open, or remove something by using explosives or extremely strong force.
SUSTANTIVO
B1
INFORMAL
3
Patrón de uso:
have a blast [doing something]
We had a blast at the concert last night.
Remekül szórakoztunk a tegnap esti koncerten.
The kids had a blast playing in the snow.
A gyerekek remekül szórakoztak, miközben a hóban játszottak.
Thanks for the party, it was a real blast.
You should come with us; it will be a blast.
He said the trip was a blast from start to finish.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
I had a blast at your party.
Nagyon jól éreztem magam a bulidon.
The children had a blast at the park.
A gyerekek remekül szórakoztak a parkban.
We had a blast watching the game together.
Come with us; you will have a blast.
My birthday was a blast this year.
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes confuse this meaning with the explosion meaning and avoid it because it sounds dangerous. In informal speech, 'have a blast' is a very common and positive way to say 'have a lot of fun'.
Significado
very enjoyable time
Colocaciones
have a blast
|it was a blast
|a real blast
|an absolute blast
|such a blast
Sinónimos
great time (Very close in meaning, but a bit more neutral and less slangy than 'a blast'.)
Antónimos
drag (Informal; describes something boring or unpleasant, the opposite of 'a blast'.)
Temas
emotions
|social
|daily life
|daily_life
|arts_entertainment
Definición
A time when you have a lot of fun and feel very happy and excited.
A time or event that is extremely enjoyable and exciting.
VERBO
B1
INFORMAL
4
Patrón de uso:
blast [music/sound] (out)
They were blasting music so loud the neighbors complained.
Olyan hangosan bömböltették a zenét, hogy a szomszédok panaszkodtak.
The car next to us was blasting hip-hop at the traffic light.
A mellettünk álló autóban hiphop bömbölt a lámpánál.
She blasted the song out of the speakers as she cleaned the house.
The club blasts dance music until early morning.
Someone was blasting the TV in the apartment upstairs.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
My brother always blasts music in his room.
A bátyám mindig bömbölteti a zenét a szobájában.
Please don’t blast the TV; it is too loud.
Kérlek, ne bömböltesd a tévét; túl hangos.
The car next to us blasted a loud song.
They blasted the radio at the party.
The speakers were blasting all night.
Error frecuente:
Learners may think 'blast' always means 'explode'. In this sense, it just means 'play very loudly', especially for music, TV, or other audio.
Significado
play music very loudly
Colocaciones
blast music
|blast the stereo
|speakers blasting
|blast it at full volume
|blast the song out
Sinónimos
blare (Suggests very loud, often unpleasant sound; slightly more literary or descriptive than 'blast'.)
Antónimos
turn down (Means to reduce the volume, the opposite of blasting something loudly.)
Temas
daily life
|entertainment
|arts_entertainment
|communication
Definición
To play music or other sounds very loudly.
To make music or another sound play at a very high volume.
SUSTANTIVO
B1
5
légáramlat
B2
dudaszó
B1
Patrón de uso:
a blast of [air/sound/music/horn]
A cold blast of air hit us as we opened the door.
Hideg légáramlat csapott meg minket, amikor kinyitottuk az ajtót.
He gave a short blast on the horn and drove off.
Röviden dudált egyet, majd elhajtott.
The train arrived with a blast of noise and steam.
I felt a hot blast from the oven when I opened it.
The speakers sent out a blast of music as the band came on stage.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
A cold blast came in through the window.
Hideg légáramlat jött be az ablakon.
The driver gave a long blast on the horn.
A sofőr hosszan dudált egyet.
I felt a hot blast when I opened the oven.
The wind sent a blast of sand into my face.
The radio sent out a blast of loud sound.
Error frecuente:
Learners may mix this with the explosion meaning. If nothing explodes but there is strong air or sound (like wind or a car horn), this air/sound sense is more accurate.
Significado
sudden strong gust or sound
Colocaciones
a cold blast of air
|a blast of wind
|a blast of hot air
|a blast of the horn
|a blast of music
Sinónimos
gust (Typically used for wind; very similar when talking about a sudden strong movement of air.)
Antónimos
stillness (Describes complete lack of movement or sound, the opposite of a sudden blast.)
Temas
weather
|daily life
|travel
|communication
Definición
A short, strong push of air or sound.
A sudden, strong burst of air or sound that lasts for a short time.
VERBO
B2
6
Patrón de uso:
blast [someone/something] (for [something])
The mayor blasted the proposal as unfair and unnecessary.
A polgármester élesen bírálta a javaslatot, mondván, hogy igazságtalan és szükségtelen.
Environmental groups blasted the company for its safety record.
A környezetvédő szervezetek élesen bírálták a vállalatot a biztonsági teljesítménye miatt.
He publicly blasted the team’s performance after the loss.
Critics have blasted the film for its weak script.
Parents blasted the school for cutting art classes.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
The coach blasted the players after the game.
Az edző a meccs után keményen kritizálta a játékosokat.
Many people blasted the new law.
Sokan élesen bírálták az új törvényt.
The article blasted the company for its bad service.
Fans blasted the singer for canceling the show.
She blasted the plan in an online post.
Error frecuente:
Learners may overuse 'blast' for any negative comment. It should be reserved for very strong, often public criticism, not mild disagreement.
Significado
criticize very strongly
Colocaciones
blast the decision
|blast the government
|blast the policy
|blast the media
|blast critics
Sinónimos
slam (Informal; very close in meaning when describing strong public criticism.)
Antónimos
praise (Means to say good things about something, the opposite of blasting it.)
Temas
news
|politics
|emotions
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Definición
To say very strong, angry things about someone or something, especially in news or public talk.
To criticize someone or something very strongly, especially in public or in the media.
VERBO
B2
INFORMAL
7
bombáz
B2
Patrón de uso:
blast [someone/something]
He blasted the ball into the top corner of the net.
A kapu felső sarkába bombázta a labdát.
The hero blasts endless enemies in the video game.
A hős végtelen számú ellenséget lő halomra a videojátékban.
The gunman blasted the lock off the door.
They blasted targets at the shooting range all afternoon.
She blasted a powerful serve across the court.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
He blasted the ball into the goal.
A kapuba bombázta a labdát.
The player blasted a strong shot.
A játékos hatalmas lövést eresztett meg.
In the game you blast space ships.
The man blasted the lock with his gun.
She blasted the puck across the ice.
Error frecuente:
Learners may use 'blast' instead of 'hit' in very formal writing. This sense is more informal and vivid, and often used in sports, games, or action scenes.
Significado
hit or shoot with force
Colocaciones
blast the ball
|blast the enemy
|blast a shot
|blast him with a shotgun
|blast targets
Sinónimos
shoot (A general word for firing a gun; 'blast' suggests more force, drama, or repetition.)
Antónimos
miss (Means to fail to hit the target, the opposite of blasting it.)
Temas
sports
|games
|violence
|core_vocabulary
Definición
To shoot or hit something very hard and with a lot of power.
To shoot, hit, or strike something with great force or power, especially in sports, video games, or with guns.
VERBO
B2
INFORMAL
8
Patrón de uso:
blast [adverb/preposition] (past/through/down/into)
A sports car blasted past us on the freeway.
Egy sportautó elszáguldott mellettünk az autópályán.
The train blasted through the small station without stopping.
A vonat megállás nélkül átrobogott a kis állomáson.
He blasted down the hill on his skateboard.
The kids blasted into the house, laughing and shouting.
The runner blasted off the starting line when the gun fired.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
A red car blasted past our bus.
Egy piros autó elszáguldott a buszunk mellett.
The train blasted through the town.
A vonat átszáguldott a városon.
He blasted down the street on his bike.
The children blasted into the room after school.
The boat blasted across the lake.
Error frecuente:
Learners may confuse this sense with the explosion sense and avoid it. In informal speech, this is a common way to say something moved very fast and powerfully.
Significado
move very fast and forcefully
Colocaciones
blast past
|blast through
|blast down the highway
|blast into the room
|blast off the line
Sinónimos
race (Also means to move very fast; 'blast' adds a feeling of power or aggression.)
Antónimos
crawl (Means to move very slowly, the opposite of blasting along.)
Temas
travel
|movement
|informal
|daily_life
|core_vocabulary
Definición
To go very fast in one direction, usually suddenly and with a lot of energy or noise.
To move extremely fast and forcefully in a particular direction, often suddenly and with noise.
SUSTANTIVO
B2
9
Patrón de uso:
a blast at/against [someone/something]
The minister’s comments prompted a blast from opposition leaders.
A miniszter megjegyzései éles bírálatot váltottak ki az ellenzéki vezetők részéről.
The newspaper carried a front-page blast against the new tax.
Az újság címlapon közölt éles bírálatot az új adó ellen.
His speech included a fierce blast at the education system.
The company faced a public blast over its treatment of workers.
She delivered a sharp blast at social media culture.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
The new rule led to a blast from parents.
Az új szabály éles bírálatot váltott ki a szülők részéről.
The article was a strong blast against the plan.
A cikk éles bírálat volt a tervvel szemben.
The team got a blast from the local press.
His book is a blast at modern politics.
The company received a blast from angry customers.
Error frecuente:
Learners may not recognize this as a noun and try to use a verb form instead, saying *'He gave a blasting'* rather than 'He gave a blast'. Use 'a blast' as the noun here.
Significado
strong public criticism
Colocaciones
a stinging blast
|a media blast
|launch a blast at
|a blast against the plan
|receive a blast from critics
Sinónimos
attack (In media or political language, often used like 'blast' to mean strong criticism, though 'attack' is more general.)
Antónimos
praise (Positive public comment, the opposite of a critical blast.)
Temas
news
|politics
|emotions
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Definición
Very strong, angry words against someone or something, often in newspapers, on TV, or online.
A very strong expression of anger or criticism, especially in public or in the media.
SUSTANTIVO
C1
TECHNICAL
10
Patrón de uso:
a blast of air (into [a furnace/machine])
In a blast furnace, a hot blast of air is forced in at the bottom.
A nagyolvasztóba alul forró levegőáramot fúvatnak be.
The process uses a high-pressure blast of air to remove impurities.
Az eljárás nagynyomású levegősugarat használ a szennyeződések eltávolítására.
Engineers adjusted the blast to control the temperature inside the furnace.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
A blast of air goes into the hot furnace.
Erős levegőáramot fújnak a forró kemencébe.
The machine uses a strong blast to clean the metal.
A gép erős levegőárammal tisztítja meg a fémet.
Workers can change the blast to make the fire hotter.
Significado
controlled industrial air stream
Colocaciones
hot blast
|cold blast
|air blast
|blast furnace
|blast pressure
Sinónimos
air jet (Technical; describes a directed stream of air, similar in industrial contexts.)
Antónimos
vacuum (A space with no air, the opposite of forcing air into something, though only loosely opposite in technical use.)
Temas
industry
|science
|technology
|work
Definición
A strong flow of air that is pushed into a hot oven or machine in a factory to help it work.
A strong, controlled stream of air forced into a furnace, oven, or other industrial equipment to support burning or another process.
Gramática
Forma de diccionario
blast
AFI
GB/blˈæst/
US/blˈæst/
Sílabas y acento
blast (1 sílaba)
Stress on 1st syllable (blast)
Formas de la palabra
Noun
- Base: blast
- Plural: blast, blasts
Verb
- Base: blast
- 3rd Person Singular: blasts
- Present Participle: blasting
- Past: blasted
Familia de palabras
Forms
blasts
noun
blasting
verb
blasted
verb
Related words
blaster
noun
Expresiones
a blast from the past
1/ə blˈæst fɹˈʌm ðə pˈæst/
idiom
informal
sudden reminder of the past
Something old or from a long time ago that appears again and makes you remember that time strongly.
Ejemplos
- Seeing that old TV show again was a real blast from the past.
- He got a blast from the past when his childhood friend called him.
at full blast
1/ˈæt fˈʊl blˈæst/
fixed phrase
operating at maximum power
Working at the highest power or loudness.
Ejemplos
- The heater was at full blast, but the room was still cold.
- With the speakers at full blast, we could hardly hear each other talk.
blast away
1/blˈæst əwˈeɪ/
phrasal verb
informal
fire a gun repeatedly
To shoot a gun many times, often quickly and loudly.
Ejemplos
- The soldiers blasted away at the target for several minutes.
- In the game you just blast away at waves of monsters.
blast into
1/blˈæst ˈɪntu/
phrasal verb
informal
enter suddenly with energy
To go into a place very suddenly and with a lot of energy or noise.
Ejemplos
- The kids blasted into the kitchen looking for snacks.
- She blasted into the meeting, already talking on her phone.
blast it
1/blˈæst ˈɪt/
fixed phrase
informal
mild exclamation of anger
An old-fashioned, mild swear word you say when you are angry or upset.
Ejemplos
- Blast it, I’ve lost my keys again.
- Oh, blast it! The printer has jammed.
blast off
1/blˈæst ˈɔf/
phrasal verb
rocket leave the ground
For a rocket or spacecraft to start and go up quickly into the sky.
Ejemplos
- The rocket is scheduled to blast off at 9 a.m. local time.
- Crowds watched as the spacecraft blasted off into orbit.
blast out
1/blˈæst ˈaʊt/
phrasal verb
informal
music come out very loudly
For music or sound to play very loudly from speakers.
Ejemplos
- Dance music blasted out of the club and into the street.
- The radio was blasting out his favorite song.
blast through
1/blˈæst θɹˈu/
phrasal verb
informal
move or finish very quickly
To go through something very fast, or to finish something very fast, without stopping much.
Ejemplos
- We blasted through the traffic and got there in ten minutes.
- She blasted through her homework so she could go out.
have a blast
1/hˈæv ə blˈæst/
idiom
informal
have a very fun time
To enjoy yourself a lot and have a very good, exciting time.
Ejemplos
- We had a blast at your wedding last weekend.
- Hope you have a blast on your trip to Japan!
full blast
1/fˈʊl blˈæst/
fixed phrase
at maximum power or volume
At the highest possible power or volume.
Ejemplos
- The air conditioner was running at full blast all afternoon.
- He had the music on full blast in his car.
full blast
2/fˈʊl blˈæst/
fixed phrase
At maximum power or intensity
Working or happening as strongly as possible.
Ejemplos
- The stereo was playing at full blast.
- The heater is on full blast to keep us warm.