eco
gb/ˈikoʊ/ us/ˈikoʊ/
B1
Inglés
környezetbarát, öko-, eco mód, takarékos üzemmód, környezetvédelem, öko témák
B1
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Patrón de uso:
eco + [noun]
The supermarket has started selling eco cleaning products in refill bottles.
A szupermarket újratölthető flakonokban kezdett környezetbarát tisztítószereket árulni.
She chose an eco option for the gift wrapping to reduce waste.
Az ajándék becsomagolásához környezetbarát megoldást választott, hogy kevesebb hulladék keletkezzen.
They want the new packaging to look modern but still be eco.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
I buy eco products when I can.
Amikor tehetem, környezetbarát termékeket vásárolok.
This soap is eco and comes in a paper box.
Ez a szappan környezetbarát, és papírdobozban van.
Error frecuente:
Don’t use it as a full sentence adjective without a noun in formal writing (prefer “eco-friendly”).
Significado
environmentally friendly
Colocaciones
eco products
|eco packaging
|eco materials
|eco detergent
|eco cleaning products
|eco design
|eco initiatives
|eco options
|eco alternative
|eco brand
Sinónimos
green (Common and informal, especially in marketing and news.)
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environmentally friendly (More explicit and often more formal.)
Antónimos
polluting (Causing pollution or environmental damage.)
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environmentally harmful (Directly contrasts with being good for the environment.)
Temas
environment
|shopping
|business
|technology
Definición
good for the environment; not polluting much
Designed or intended to cause as little harm as possible to the environment.
B2
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öko-
B1
Patrón de uso:
eco- + [word]
The label uses eco- terms like eco-friendly and eco-conscious to highlight lower-impact products.
A címke olyan öko- előtagú kifejezéseket használ, mint az „ökobarát” és az „ökotudatos”, hogy kiemelje a kisebb környezeti terhelésű termékeket.
Many new “eco-” compounds appear in advertising and news reports.
Sok új „öko-” előtagú összetétel jelenik meg a reklámokban és a hírekben.
The report discusses eco-anxiety and other eco-related trends.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
Eco- is used in words about nature.
Az öko- előtagot a természettel kapcsolatos szavakban használják.
Eco-friendly means good for the environment.
Az „ökobarát” azt jelenti, hogy valami kíméli a környezetet.
Error frecuente:
In writing, it is often hyphenated in newer compounds (eco-friendly) but not in established words (ecosystem).
Significado
relating to ecology or environment
Colocaciones
eco-friendly
|eco-conscious
|eco-tourism
|eco-system
|eco-activism
|eco-label
|eco-anxiety
|eco-credentials
|eco-housing
|eco-tax
Temas
environment
|language
Definición
used in words about the environment
Used to form words that relate to ecology, the natural world, or environmental protection.
SUSTANTIVO
B1
3
eco mód
B1
Patrón de uso:
in eco; switch to eco; eco on/off
I put the car in eco to save fuel on the highway.
Eco módba kapcsoltam az autót, hogy üzemanyagot takarítsak meg az autópályán.
The washing machine runs quieter in eco, but it takes longer.
A mosógép eco módban halkabban működik, de a program tovább tart.
When eco is on, the air conditioning is less powerful.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
I use eco to save energy.
Azért használom az eco módot, hogy energiát takarítsak meg.
Eco is on.
Az eco mód be van kapcsolva.
Error frecuente:
Often said as “eco mode”; “eco” alone is common in speech but can be unclear in writing without context.
Significado
an energy-saving setting
Colocaciones
eco mode
|eco setting
|switch to eco
|eco on
|eco off
|drive in eco
|eco indicator
|eco button
|eco program
|eco cycle
Sinónimos
energy-saving mode (More explicit; common in manuals.)
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economy mode (Often used for cars and fuel-saving settings.)
Antónimos
sport mode (Typically prioritizes performance over efficiency.)
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power mode (Emphasizes maximum output rather than saving energy.)
Temas
technology
|transport
|daily_life
|energy
Definición
a setting that uses less energy
A setting on a vehicle or device that reduces energy or fuel use, often by limiting performance.
SUSTANTIVO
B2
INFORMAL
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öko témák
B2
Patrón de uso:
eco (as a subject/topic)
He’s really into eco and talks a lot about plastic pollution.
Nagyon érdeklik a környezetvédelmi témák, és sokat beszél a műanyagszennyezésről.
The podcast covers eco, politics, and consumer habits.
A podcast környezetvédelmi témákkal, politikával és fogyasztói szokásokkal foglalkozik.
She took an eco course focused on local wildlife and habitats.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
We talked about eco in class.
Az órán a környezetvédelemről beszélgettünk.
Error frecuente:
In many contexts, “ecology” or “environment” is more natural than “eco” as a noun.
Significado
ecology or environmentalism (informal)
Colocaciones
eco issues
|eco topics
|eco research
|eco policy
|eco debates
|eco course
|eco studies
|eco campaign
|eco movement
|eco concerns
Sinónimos
ecology (The full, standard term (more common in formal contexts).)
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the environment (Broader and more general than ecology.)
Temas
environment
|education
|society
Definición
ecology or environmental topics (short form)
Ecology or environmental issues, especially when talked about in a casual or shortened way.
Gramática
Forma de diccionario
eco
AFI
GB/ˈikoʊ/
US/ˈikoʊ/
Sílabas y acento
eco (1 sílaba)
Stress on 1st syllable (eco)
Formas de la palabra
Adjective
- Base: eco
- Comparative: ecoer
- Superlative: ecoest
Noun
- Base: eco
- Plural: ecos
Familia de palabras
Forms
ecos
noun
ecoer
adjective
ecoest
adjective
Core family
Related words
ecosystem
noun B2
eco-friendly
adjective B1
Advanced or less common
ecologically
adverb C1
ecotourism
noun B2
Expresiones
eco house
1/ˈikoʊ hˈaʊs/
fixed phrase
energy-efficient, low-impact home
a home that uses less energy and is better for the environment
Ejemplos
- They built an eco house with solar panels and excellent insulation.
- An eco house can cost more upfront but save money over time.
- The tour showed several eco houses made from recycled materials.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- They live in an eco house.
eco mode
1/ˈikoʊ mˈoʊd/
fixed phrase
energy-saving device setting
a setting that uses less energy
Ejemplos
- Turn on eco mode to extend the battery life.
- I use eco mode in the city to save fuel.
- In eco mode, the heater takes longer to warm up.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- I turned on eco mode.
- Eco mode saves energy.
eco-conscious
1/ˈikoʊ kˈɑnʃəs/
fixed phrase
aware of environmental impact
trying to make choices that are good for the environment
Ejemplos
- Eco-conscious shoppers often bring reusable bags.
- The brand targets eco-conscious consumers with refill stations.
- She’s becoming more eco-conscious about food waste.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- He is eco-conscious.
eco-friendly
1/ˈikoʊ fɹˈɛndli/
fixed phrase
not harmful to the environment
good for the environment
Ejemplos
- They switched to eco-friendly packaging made from recycled paper.
- This cleaner is eco-friendly and safe to use around pets.
- The company claims its new process is more eco-friendly.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- This bottle is eco-friendly.
- We want eco-friendly bags.
eco-label
1/ˈikoʊ lˈeɪbəl/
fixed phrase
environmental certification mark
a sign that a product is better for the environment
Ejemplos
- Look for an eco-label if you want paper from responsibly managed forests.
- The company applied for an eco-label to prove its claims.
- Some shoppers trust eco-labels more than vague green marketing.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- This product has an eco-label.
eco-tax
1/ˈikoʊ tˈæks/
fixed phrase
formal
tax to discourage pollution
a tax to reduce pollution
Ejemplos
- The government introduced an eco-tax on single-use plastic bags.
- Supporters argue the eco-tax will push companies to cut emissions.
- Critics say the eco-tax increases living costs for low-income families.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- They added an eco-tax on plastic bags.
eco-tourism
1/ˈikoʊ tˈʊɹˌɪzəm/
fixed phrase
low-impact nature travel
travel that tries to protect nature
Ejemplos
- The region promotes eco-tourism to protect the rainforest and create local jobs.
- Eco-tourism companies limit group sizes to reduce damage to wildlife.
- They chose eco-tourism activities like guided hikes instead of motorized tours.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- Eco-tourism helps protect nature.
eco-warrior
1/ˈikoʊ wˈɔɹiɚ/
fixed phrase
strong environmental activist
a person who strongly supports protecting nature
Ejemplos
- She’s an eco-warrior who organizes local beach cleanups.
- Some critics dismissed the protesters as eco-warriors.
- The documentary follows eco-warriors fighting illegal logging.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- My sister is an eco-warrior.