indicate
gb/ˈɪndɪkˌeɪt/ us/ˈɪndɪkˌeɪt/
A2
Inglés
~ 900
jelez, mutat, indexel, int, indokol, javall, javasol
VERBO
B1
1
Patrón de uso:
to indicate [something]
The data indicate a rise in unemployment.
Az adatok a munkanélküliség növekedését jelzik.
She indicated the correct road to take.
Megmutatta, melyik úton kell menni.
His tone indicated that he was upset.
The report indicates a need for further research.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
The map indicates the location of the hotel.
A térkép mutatja a szálloda helyét.
He indicated the door with his hand.
A kezével az ajtóra mutatott.
The sign indicates where to park.
Her face indicated she was happy.
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes confuse 'indicate' with 'suggest' when talking about giving advice. 'Indicate' is about showing evidence or pointing out facts, not giving recommendations.
Significado
show or point out something
Colocaciones
indicate clearly
|indicate a problem
|indicate the need
|indicate support
|indicate direction
Sinónimos
show (More general and can be visual or abstract.)
|
point out (Often more direct and specific than 'indicate'.)
Antónimos
hide (To keep something from being seen or known.)
Temas
communication
|information
|daily life
|core_vocabulary
Definición
To show or say something so that it is clear to others.
To show, point out, or make something clear, especially through signs, statements, or actions.
VERBO
A2
2
Patrón de uso:
to indicate [direction/intention]
He indicated left before turning the car.
Mielőtt bekanyarodott, balra indexelt.
She indicated the chair for him to sit in.
A szék felé intett neki, hogy üljön le.
The guard indicated that we should stop.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
I indicated right before I turned.
Mielőtt bekanyarodtam, jobbra indexeltem.
She indicated the empty seat for me.
Az üres hely felé intett nekem.
He indicated with his hand to be quiet.
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes forget that in driving contexts 'indicate' means using turn signals, not just pointing by hand.
Significado
signal with a gesture or device
Colocaciones
indicate left
|indicate right
|indicate with a nod
Sinónimos
signal (Common in driving and physical gestures; broader use than 'indicate'.)
Antónimos
ignore (To not give any sign or signal.)
Temas
transportation
|communication
|daily_life
Definición
To use your hand, head, lights, or another signal to tell someone something.
To make a gesture or use a device to show a direction, intention, or request.
VERBO
B2
FORMAL
3
Patrón de uso:
to indicate that [action] is needed
The symptoms indicate immediate surgery.
A tünetek azonnali műtétet indokolnak.
The test results indicate further investigation is required.
A vizsgálati eredmények további kivizsgálást indokolnak.
This level of damage indicates replacing the whole system.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
The doctor indicated rest for two weeks.
Az orvos két hét pihenést javasolt.
The test indicates we need more checks.
A teszt eredménye további vizsgálatokat indokol.
The report indicated changes were needed.
Error frecuente:
Learners may confuse this formal usage with simply pointing out; here it has a sense of necessity based on evidence.
Significado
suggest something is necessary
Colocaciones
indicate treatment
|indicate surgery
|indicate further action
Sinónimos
recommend (Implies giving advice based on judgment rather than evidence alone.)
|
advocate (Stronger and more persuasive than 'indicate'.)
Antónimos
discourage (To advise against doing something.)
Temas
medicine
|science
|decision-making
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Definición
To say that something should be done because of facts or evidence.
To suggest or recommend something as necessary or appropriate, based on evidence or circumstances.
Gramática
Forma de diccionario
indicate
AFI
GB/ˈɪndɪkˌeɪt/
US/ˈɪndɪkˌeɪt/
Sílabas y acento
in - dic - ate (3 sílabas)
Stress on 1st syllable (in)
Formas de la palabra
Verb
- Base: indicate
- 3rd Person Singular: indicates
- Present Participle: indicating
- Past: indicated
Familia de palabras
Forms
indicates
verb
indicating
verb
indicated
verb
Core family
indication
noun B1
Related words
indicator
noun B2
indicative
adjective
Expresiones
indicate clearly
1/ˈɪndɪkˌeɪt klˈɪɹli/
fixed phrase
show clearly or without doubt
To make something easy to understand or see by showing it well.
Ejemplos
- The results indicate clearly that more work is needed.
- She indicated clearly which option she preferred.
indicate direction
1/ˈɪndɪkˌeɪt dɪɹˈɛkʃən/
fixed phrase
show which way to go
To give a sign, gesture, or instruction about where to move or travel.
Ejemplos
- The signs indicate direction to the nearest exit.
- He indicated direction with his arm.
indicate interest
1/ˈɪndɪkˌeɪt ˈɪntɚˌɛst/
fixed phrase
show that you are interested
To say or do something that shows you want to know more or be involved in something.
Ejemplos
- Several companies have indicated interest in the project.
- If you indicate interest, we will send you more details.