preface
gb/pɹˈɛfəs/ us/pɹˈɛfəs/
B2
Inglés
~ 7900
előszó, bevezető, bevezet, előrebocsát, megelőz, prefáció
SUSTANTIVO
B2
FORMAL
1
Patrón de uso:
the preface to [a book/speech]
In the preface to the novel, the author explains how her childhood inspired the story.
A regény előszavában a szerző elmagyarázza, hogyan ihlette a történetet a gyerekkora.
The editor wrote a new preface for the anniversary edition of the book.
A szerkesztő új előszót írt a könyv jubileumi kiadásához.
He admits in the preface that some names and places have been changed.
The report's preface outlines the main questions the researchers wanted to answer.
Please read the preface before you start chapter one; it gives useful background information.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
There is a short preface at the front of the book.
A könyv elején van egy rövid előszó.
In the preface, the writer thanks his family.
Az előszóban az író köszönetet mond a családjának.
The preface to this textbook explains how to use it.
She wrote a new preface to the second edition.
I always skip the preface and start with chapter one.
Error frecuente:
Learners often say *"the preface of the book"* instead of the more natural *"the preface to the book"*. Also, some confuse *preface* with *prologue* or *foreword*: a *prologue* is usually part of the story itself (especially in plays and novels), while a *foreword* is a brief introductory note, often by someone other than the main author.
Significado
introductory part of a book or speech
Colocaciones
write a preface
|in the preface
|author's preface
|the preface to the book
|read the preface
|new preface for the edition
Sinónimos
introduction (More general; can be any opening section, not just in books or speeches.)
|
foreword (Specifically a short introductory note to a book, often written by someone other than the author.)
Antónimos
epilogue (A final section at the end of a book or play, instead of at the beginning.)
Temas
books
|education
|communication
|arts_entertainment
Definición
The first part of a book or speech, where the writer or speaker explains the purpose or background of the main text.
An introductory section at the beginning of a book, speech, or other piece of writing, often explaining its purpose, background, or how it came to be written.
VERBO
C1
FORMAL
2
bevezet
B1
előrebocsát
C1
Patrón de uso:
to preface [a remark/speech/report] by saying [clause]
She prefaced her comments by thanking the previous speaker.
Azzal vezette be a hozzászólását, hogy köszönetet mondott az előző felszólalónak.
The CEO prefaced his announcement with an apology for the recent delays.
A vezérigazgató bocsánatkéréssel vezette be a bejelentését a közelmúltbeli késések miatt.
Let me preface my question by saying that I support the overall plan.
The minister prefaced his speech with a brief personal story.
He prefaced the presentation by noting that the figures were still preliminary.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
He prefaced his speech by saying he was nervous.
Azzal vezette be a beszédét, hogy elmondta, izgul.
The teacher prefaced her lesson with a short review.
A tanár egy rövid ismétléssel vezette be az órát.
Let me preface my answer by saying I am not an expert.
She prefaced her email with a thank-you to the team.
The manager prefaced the meeting by explaining the rules.
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes use *preface* like *"prepare"* (e.g. *"I prefaced for the exam"*), which is incorrect. It must take an object: you preface a comment, speech, or text. There is also confusion over prepositions: *preface something by saying...* or *preface something with a remark*, not *"preface something to"*.
Significado
introduce remarks with an opening comment
Colocaciones
preface his remarks
|preface her comments
|preface the report by saying
|preface a statement with
|preface the discussion with a warning
Sinónimos
introduce (Broader and more common; does not always suggest a formal or careful opening remark.)
|
precede (Focuses on time order; less emphasis on the idea of an intentional introductory remark.)
Antónimos
conclude (Refers to ending remarks, the opposite position in a speech or text from a preface.)
Temas
communication
|work
|education
|core_vocabulary
Definición
To say or write something first, before the main thing you want to say or write, usually as a warning or explanation.
To introduce something you say or write with another remark, warning, or explanation that comes before the main point.
VERBO
C2
FORMAL
3
megelőz
B1
Patrón de uso:
to be prefaced by [an event/action]
The formal signing ceremony was prefaced by several days of quiet negotiations.
A hivatalos aláírási ceremóniát több napig tartó diszkrét tárgyalások előzték meg.
The concert was prefaced by a short documentary about the composer.
A koncertet egy rövid dokumentumfilm előzte meg a zeneszerzőről.
The announcement was prefaced by a long silence in the room.
Their decision was prefaced by months of intense debate.
The meal was prefaced by a brief welcome from the host.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
The meeting was prefaced by a short coffee break.
Az értekezletet egy rövid kávészünet előzte meg.
The film was prefaced by an advertisement.
A filmet egy reklám előzte meg.
The speech was prefaced by a short song.
The show was prefaced by a safety message.
The game was prefaced by a minute of silence.
Error frecuente:
Learners may use this formal sense when a simpler verb like *come before* or *happen before* is more natural in everyday speech. They also sometimes say *"prefaced with"* when describing what comes after, which reverses the time order.
Significado
come before something as preparation
Colocaciones
was prefaced by
|is often prefaced by
|a ceremony prefaced by
|negotiations prefaced by talks
|discussion prefaced by a short video
Sinónimos
precede (Very close in meaning; more common and neutral, with less sense of an intentional introduction.)
Antónimos
follow (Describes something that comes after, rather than before, another event.)
Temas
time
|events
|core_vocabulary
Definición
To happen or be done before another event, as a kind of beginning or preparation.
To occur or be done before something else, especially as a kind of introduction or preparation for it.
SUSTANTIVO
C2
TECHNICAL
4
prefáció
C2
Patrón de uso:
the Preface of [the Eucharistic Prayer/the Mass]
The choir used a plainchant setting for the Preface of the Mass.
A kórus gregorián dallamot használt a mise prefációjához.
During the Preface, the priest lifted his hands and chanted the ancient words of thanksgiving.
A prefáció alatt a pap kitárta a kezét, és az ősi hálaadó szavakat énekelte.
On major feast days, a special Preface is used to highlight the meaning of the celebration.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
The priest sang the Preface before the people said "Holy, holy, holy."
A pap elénekelte a prefációt, mielőtt a hívek elmondták: „Szent vagy, szent vagy, szent vagy.”
On Easter, the church uses a different Preface.
Húsvétkor az egyház más prefációt használ.
The Preface is a fixed part of the Mass.
The Preface thanks God before the main prayer continues.
The organist played quietly under the Preface.
Significado
introductory part of Eucharistic prayer
Colocaciones
the Preface of the Mass
|sings the Preface
|recite the Preface
|the Preface for Easter
|musical setting of the Preface
Sinónimos
opening prayer (Describes its role but is less precise and not a technical liturgical term.)
Antónimos
dismissal (Refers to the sending-forth part at the end of Mass, contrasting with the introductory Preface section.)
Temas
religion
|ritual
Definición
In some Christian church services, the fixed prayer that comes right before people say or sing "Holy, holy, holy".
In Christian liturgy, the part of the Eucharistic prayer that comes just before the Sanctus, often expressing praise and thanksgiving.
Gramática
Forma de diccionario
preface
AFI
GB/pɹˈɛfəs/
US/pɹˈɛfəs/
Sílabas y acento
pre - face (2 sílabas)
Stress on 1st syllable (pre)
Formas de la palabra
Noun
- Base: preface
- Plural: prefaces
Verb
- Base: preface
- 3rd Person Singular: prefaces
- Present Participle: prefacing
- Past: prefaced
Familia de palabras
Forms
prefaces
noun
prefacing
verb
prefaced
verb
Related words
foreword
noun
introduction
noun A2
Advanced or less common
prefatory
adjective
Expresiones
by way of preface
1/bˈaɪ wˈeɪ əv pɹˈɛfəs/
fixed phrase
formal
as an introductory explanation
Used to show that what you are going to say next is an introduction before the main part of your talk or text.
Ejemplos
- By way of preface, let me briefly describe how this project began.
- He added, by way of preface, that his views did not represent the company as a whole.
let me preface this by saying
1/lˈɛt mˈi pɹˈɛfəs ðˈɪs bˈaɪ sˈeɪɪŋ/
fixed phrase
soften or warn before a statement
Used before you say something that may sound strong, negative, or surprising, to give a short warning or explanation first.
Ejemplos
- Let me preface this by saying that I really appreciate all the work you've done.
- Let me preface this by saying I am not a doctor, but I can share my personal experience.
- Let me preface this by saying that change is never easy, but it is necessary.
preface something with something
1/pɹˈɛfəs sˈʌmθɪŋ wˈɪθ sˈʌmθɪŋ/
fixed phrase
formal
introduce text or speech with something
To put a remark, warning, or explanation before another piece of speech or writing.
Ejemplos
- She prefaced her remarks with a short joke to relax the audience.
- The author prefaces each chapter with a quotation from a famous poet.