contraction
gb/kəntɹˈækʃən/ us/kəntɹˈækʃən/
B1
Inglés
~ 7600
összevont alak, összevonás, izom-összehúzódás, fájás, méhösszehúzódás, összehúzódás, zsugorodás, gazdasági visszaesés, recesszió, visszaesés
SUSTANTIVO
B1
1
összevonás
B2
Patrón de uso:
the contraction of [word/phrase]
In informal emails, it's fine to use contractions like "can't" and "won't."
Informális e-mailekben nyugodtan lehet olyan összevont alakokat használni, mint a „can't” és a „won't”.
The word "it's" is a contraction of "it is" or "it has," not a possessive.
Az „it's” szó az „it is” vagy az „it has” összevont alakja, nem birtokos alak.
Many English learners are taught not to use contractions in very formal writing.
She explained that "they're" is the contraction for "they are," which is different from "their."
The dialogue in the novel is full of contractions to make the characters sound natural.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
The teacher writes contractions on the board.
A tanár összevont alakokat ír a táblára.
"I'm" is a contraction of "I am."
Az „I'm” az „I am” összevont alakja.
Please do not use contractions in this test.
Many people use contractions when they speak.
He does not know the contraction for "they are."
Error frecuente:
Learners often confuse contractions with abbreviations (e.g., thinking "Dr." is a contraction). Another frequent mistake is mixing up similar contractions and possessives, such as "it's" (it is/has) vs. "its" (possessive), or "you're" (you are) vs. "your" (possessive). Some learners also think contractions are always wrong in writing, but they are normal in most informal and semi-formal texts.
Significado
shortened form like “don't”
Colocaciones
common contractions
|negative contractions
|use contractions
|avoid contractions
|full form and contraction
|form a contraction
Sinónimos
short form (More informal and descriptive; less technical than “contraction”.)
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clitic (Technical linguistic term; used mainly in grammar and linguistics, not in everyday speech.)
Antónimos
full form (Refers to the complete, unshortened version of a word or phrase, such as “do not” instead of “don't”.)
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uncontracted form (More technical way to say that all letters and sounds are kept; often used in grammar explanations.)
Temas
language
|education
|writing
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Definición
A short form of a word or words, made by leaving out letters or sounds, often written with an apostrophe, like “I'm” for “I am”.
A shortened form of a word or group of words, made by leaving out one or more letters or sounds and often marked with an apostrophe in writing, such as “don't” for “do not”.
SUSTANTIVO
B2
2
Patrón de uso:
a contraction of [muscle/body part]
A cramp is an involuntary contraction of a muscle that can be very painful.
Az izomgörcs akaratlan izom-összehúzódás, amely nagyon fájdalmas lehet.
The therapist explained how repeated muscle contractions help strengthen the leg after surgery.
A gyógytornász elmagyarázta, hogyan segítik az ismételt izom-összehúzódások a láb megerősítését a műtét után.
Dehydration can increase the risk of painful muscle contractions during exercise.
Electrical signals from the brain control the contraction of skeletal muscles.
Stretching after a workout may reduce sudden contractions in your calves at night.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
I felt a sharp contraction in my leg.
Éles, fájdalmas izom-összehúzódást éreztem a lábamban.
Muscle contractions help you move your arm.
Az izom-összehúzódások segítenek abban, hogy mozgatni tudd a karodat.
The doctor said the contractions were normal during this exercise.
He has painful contractions in his back muscles.
Water can help prevent muscle contractions when you run.
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes confuse "contraction" with "cramp" or "spasm." A cramp is a type of painful, often sudden contraction, but not every contraction is a cramp. Also, some learners use "contraction" to mean any kind of pain, which is too broad.
Significado
tightening of a muscle
Colocaciones
muscle contraction
|involuntary contraction
|painful contraction
|strong contraction
|cause a contraction
|prevent contractions
Sinónimos
tightening (More general word for becoming tight; less specifically medical or muscular.)
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spasm (Suggests a sudden, often painful or uncontrolled contraction, usually seen as more severe or abnormal.)
Antónimos
relaxation (Describes a muscle returning to a loose, resting state, the opposite of tightening or contracting.)
Temas
health
|body
|science
Definición
A strong tightening of a muscle that makes it shorter, which can move part of the body or cause pain.
A tightening and shortening of a muscle or group of muscles, often causing movement or sometimes pain.
SUSTANTIVO
B2
3
fájás
B1
Patrón de uso:
have contractions
She went to the hospital when her contractions became strong and regular.
Akkor ment be a kórházba, amikor a fájásai erősek és rendszeresek lettek.
The nurse showed them how to time the contractions to see how quickly labor was progressing.
A szülésznő megmutatta nekik, hogyan mérjék a fájások közötti időt, hogy lássák, milyen gyorsan halad a vajúdás.
Early contractions can feel like strong period cramps.
Her contractions were five minutes apart, so the midwife told her to come in right away.
After several hours of intense contractions, the baby was finally born.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
She is in labor and has strong contractions.
Vajúdik, és erős fájásai vannak.
Her contractions are getting closer together.
A fájásai egyre sűrűbben jönnek.
They go to the hospital when the contractions start.
The nurse checks how long each contraction lasts.
He helps her breathe during each contraction.
Error frecuente:
Learners may not realize that, in the context of pregnancy, "contractions" usually refers specifically to labor pains in the uterus, not just any muscle pain. Some also confuse "contractions" with "conception" or "contraception" because the words look similar but have very different meanings.
Significado
painful tightening in labor
Colocaciones
labor contractions
|contractions started
|time the contractions
|regular contractions
|strong contractions
|mild contractions
Sinónimos
labor pain (Focuses on the feeling of pain rather than the muscle action itself, but often used in the same context.)
Antónimos
relaxation (Refers to the period when the uterus muscles are not tightening between contractions.)
Temas
health
|family
|body
Definición
A strong pain when the womb muscles tighten again and again to help the baby come out during birth.
A strong, often painful tightening of the muscles of the uterus that happens repeatedly during labor and helps push the baby out.
SUSTANTIVO
B2
TECHNICAL
4
összehúzódás
B2
zsugorodás
B2
Patrón de uso:
a contraction in [size/length/amount]
The metal rod shows slight contraction when the temperature drops.
A fémrúd esetében enyhe összehúzódás figyelhető meg, amikor csökken a hőmérséklet.
Repeated cycles of expansion and contraction can damage building materials over time.
A tágulás és az összehúzódás ismétlődő ciklusai idővel károsíthatják az építőanyagokat.
The scientist measured the contraction of the gas as it cooled.
Freezing temperatures caused noticeable contraction in the plastic pipes.
The bridge is designed to allow for thermal contraction and expansion throughout the year.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
Cold weather can cause the contraction of metal.
A hideg idő a fém összehúzódását okozhatja.
The balloon shows contraction when the air cools.
A léggömb összehúzódik, amikor lehűl benne a levegő.
We saw the contraction of the line on the graph.
Heating and contraction can break the glass.
There was a small contraction in the length of the bar.
Error frecuente:
Learners may misunderstand this sense and think it only refers to language (word contractions), not realizing it is also a common scientific term for shrinking in size. Another confusion is using "contraction" when they simply mean "contract" as a verb, for example saying "the metal has a contraction" instead of "the metal contracts."
Significado
process of becoming smaller
Colocaciones
thermal contraction
|contraction and expansion
|contraction of metal
|contraction in length
|slight contraction
|volume contraction
Sinónimos
shrinkage (Everyday word that often refers to things getting smaller, especially clothes or materials, sometimes more informal.)
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reduction (Very general word for becoming less or smaller; does not always imply physical size.)
Antónimos
expansion (Describes something becoming larger in size or volume, often due to heating, the opposite of contraction in physics.)
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growth (General increase in size or amount; broader than “expansion” but opposite to the idea of becoming smaller.)
Temas
science
|physics
|core_vocabulary
Definición
The process of something becoming smaller or shorter, for example when it gets cold or loses water.
The process or result of something becoming smaller in size, length, volume, or amount, often because of cooling, drying, or similar conditions.
SUSTANTIVO
C1
TECHNICAL
5
Patrón de uso:
a contraction in [the economy/demand/output]
The country experienced a severe economic contraction after the financial crisis.
Az ország a pénzügyi válság után súlyos gazdasági visszaesést élt át.
A sudden contraction in consumer spending hurt small businesses across the region.
A fogyasztói kiadások hirtelen visszaesése az egész régióban nehéz helyzetbe hozta a kisvállalkozásokat.
Analysts warn that another contraction could lead to higher unemployment.
The central bank cut interest rates to prevent a prolonged contraction of the economy.
Following years of steady growth, the company is now facing a period of contraction.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
The news reported a contraction in the economy.
A hírek gazdasági visszaesésről számoltak be.
There was a sharp contraction in demand for new cars.
Az új autók iránti kereslet meredeken visszaesett.
Many people lost their jobs during the contraction.
The bank took action to stop a long contraction.
After the contraction, the economy started to grow again.
Error frecuente:
Learners may confuse "contraction" with "contract" (the legal document) in economic news. Some also think "contraction" is always as strong as a "recession" or a "crisis"; in fact, it can describe any period of negative or slower growth, which may be mild.
Significado
period of economic decline
Colocaciones
economic contraction
|sharp contraction
|global contraction
|period of contraction
|contraction in demand
|contraction in output
Sinónimos
downturn (Common business term for a general worsening of economic conditions; slightly less technical than “contraction”.)
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recession (A more specific economic term, often defined by at least two quarters of negative growth; not every contraction is officially a recession.)
Antónimos
boom (Colloquial term for fast or strong economic growth, clearly opposite in feeling to a contraction.)
Temas
business
|economy
|finance
Definición
A time when a country’s economy is doing less business, making fewer goods, and often losing jobs.
A period during which an economy becomes smaller, with reduced output, spending, or employment, often following a boom.
Gramática
Forma de diccionario
contraction
AFI
GB/kəntɹˈækʃən/
US/kəntɹˈækʃən/
Sílabas y acento
con - trac - tion (3 sílabas)
Stress on 2nd syllable (trac)
Formas de la palabra
Noun
- Base: contraction
- Plural: contractions
Familia de palabras
Forms
contractions
noun
Core family
contract
verb B1
Related words
contractor
noun B1
contractual
adjective C1
Advanced or less common
contractually
adverb C1
Expresiones
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