consultation
gb/kˌɑnsəltˈeɪʃən/ us/kˌɑnsəltˈeɪʃən/
B1
Inglés
~ 2800
Acepciones
0 acepciones
Sustantivo
B1
event
1
formal discussion meeting
A planned meeting to talk about something important and get advice or share ideas.
Patrón de uso:
a consultation with [someone] about [something]
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes confuse 'consultation' with 'counseling'; 'consultation' is usually a short, goal-focused meeting, while 'counseling' often refers to ongoing guidance or therapy.
Sinónimos
meeting (A general term for people coming together, not necessarily for advice.)
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discussion (Focuses more on the exchange of ideas rather than the formal setting.)
Antónimos
decision (The outcome of a process rather than the process of discussing it.)
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silence (The absence of discussion or communication.)
Colocaciones
medical consultation
|legal consultation
|in consultation with
|initial consultation
|free consultation
Temas
business
|health
|law
|work
|communication
Ejemplos
- The manager called a consultation with the team to address the problem.
- You should book a medical consultation before starting the treatment.
- After a brief consultation, they agreed on the next steps.
- The lawyer offered a free consultation to new clients.
- In consultation with the board, the CEO decided to expand overseas.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- I had a consultation with my doctor.
- We had a consultation about the project.
- The teacher had a consultation with my parents.
- She went for a legal consultation.
- They had a short consultation before making a choice.
Sustantivo
formal
B2
action
2
act of seeking expert advice
When you ask an expert for advice or help.
Patrón de uso:
a consultation with [expert]
Error frecuente:
Some learners confuse 'consultation' with 'consultancy'; 'consultancy' refers to the business or service provided, while 'consultation' is the specific act or meeting.
Sinónimos
advice-seeking (Informal description of the act; less formal than 'consultation'.)
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advisement (Formal term often used in legal contexts.)
Antónimos
self-reliance (Handling something without asking anyone for help.)
Colocaciones
specialist consultation
|expert consultation
|consultation fee
Temas
business
|health
|law
|core_vocabulary
Ejemplos
- The company is in consultation with engineers about the new design.
- She requested a consultation with a nutritionist before changing her diet.
- Consultation with local communities is essential for this project.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- I need a consultation with my lawyer.
- He asked for a consultation with a doctor.
- We had a consultation with an engineer.
Gramática
Forma de diccionario
consultation
AFI
GB/kˌɑnsəltˈeɪʃən/
US/kˌɑnsəltˈeɪʃən/
Sílabas y acento
con - sulta - tion (3 sílabas)
Stress on 3rd syllable (tion)
Formas de la palabra
Noun
- Base: consultation
- Plural: consultation, consultations
Familia de palabras
Forms
consultations
noun
Core family
consult
verb B1
consultant
noun B1
Related words
consultancy
noun B2
consultative
adjective
Expresiones
in consultation with
1/ˈɪn kˌɑnsəltˈeɪʃən wˈɪθ/
fixed phrase
formal
after discussing with someone
After talking and planning together with someone before making a choice or action.
Ejemplos
- The policy was developed in consultation with teachers and parents.
- Changes were made in consultation with environmental experts.
legal consultation
1/lˈiɡəl kˌɑnsəltˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
meeting with a lawyer for advice
A meeting where you talk to a lawyer to get legal help or advice.
Ejemplos
- He arranged a legal consultation before signing the contract.
- Legal consultations are available by appointment only.
medical consultation
1/mˈɛdɪkəl kˌɑnsəltˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
meeting with a doctor for advice
A meeting with a doctor to talk about your health and get advice or treatment options.
Ejemplos
- She booked a medical consultation to discuss her symptoms.
- The clinic offers free medical consultations on Saturdays.