insight
gb/ˈɪnsˌaɪt/ us/ˈɪnsˌaɪt/
B2
Inglés
~ 2800
Acepciones
0 acepciones
Sustantivo
B2
property
1
clear understanding of something
The ability to understand something or someone clearly and deeply.
Patrón de uso:
[someone] has/gets/gains [insight] into [something]
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes confuse 'insight' with 'foresight'. 'Insight' is about understanding what is happening now or in the past, while 'foresight' is about predicting the future.
Sinónimos
understanding (A general word for knowing how something works; less about depth than 'insight'.)
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perception (Focuses more on noticing or sensing than on deep comprehension.)
Antónimos
misunderstanding (A failure to understand something correctly.)
Colocaciones
gain insight
|provide insight
|offer insight
|insight into
|valuable insight
Temas
thinking
|psychology
|business
|core_vocabulary
|communication
Ejemplos
- Her book offers fresh insight into modern politics.
- The therapist's questions gave me new insight into my behavior.
- We hope the research will provide insight into the causes of the disease.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- I gained insight into his problems.
- The teacher gave us insight into the story.
- The meeting gave her insight into the company's work.
Sustantivo
B2
entity
2
a helpful idea or observation
An idea or piece of advice that helps you understand something better.
Patrón de uso:
[someone] shares/offers [an insight] about [something]
Error frecuente:
Learners may use 'insights' only in plural when a single idea is meant; both singular and plural are correct depending on context.
Sinónimos
tip (A short, practical piece of advice; usually less deep than 'insight'.)
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observation (A comment based on noticing details; may be less analytical than 'insight'.)
Antónimos
ignorance (Lack of knowledge or awareness about something.)
Colocaciones
share an insight
|offer an insight
|interesting insight
|insight about
Temas
communication
|advice
|core_vocabulary
|education
Ejemplos
- He offered an interesting insight about teamwork.
- Her insights about the market helped guide our strategy.
- The article contains valuable insights for new parents.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- She gave me an insight about the problem.
- His insight helped me finish the work.
- The coach shared an insight about playing better.
Gramática
Forma de diccionario
insight
AFI
GB/ˈɪnsˌaɪt/
US/ˈɪnsˌaɪt/
Sílabas y acento
in - sight (2 sílabas)
Stress on 1st syllable (in)
Formas de la palabra
Noun
- Base: insight
- Plural: insight, insights
Familia de palabras
Forms
insights
noun
Core family
insightful
adjective C1
Related words
insightfully
adverb C1
insightfulness
noun
Negative and opposite forms
uninsightful
adjective
Expresiones
gain insight into
1/ɡˈeɪn ˈɪnsˌaɪt ˈɪntu/
fixed phrase
acquire clear understanding of something
To learn and understand something in a deeper way.
Ejemplos
- By studying the data, we can gain insight into customer behavior.
- Traveling can help you gain insight into different cultures.
offer insight into
1/ˈɔfɚ ˈɪnsˌaɪt ˈɪntu/
fixed phrase
present ideas to help understanding
To give ideas that help people understand something better.
Ejemplos
- The report offers insight into the causes of climate change.
- His notes offer insight into how the project was developed.
provide insight into
1/pɹəvˈaɪd ˈɪnsˌaɪt ˈɪntu/
fixed phrase
give information for understanding something deeply
To give information that helps someone understand something better.
Ejemplos
- This documentary provides insight into life in rural areas.
- Her speech provided insight into the challenges faced by small businesses.