emit
gb/ɪmˈɪt/ us/ɪmˈɪt/
B2
Anglais
~ 7700
kibocsát, kiad, hallat, kimond, forgalomba hoz
VERBE
B2
1
Schéma d’usage :
[something] emits [something]
Cars and trucks emit large amounts of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.
Az autók és a teherautók nagy mennyiségű szén-dioxidot bocsátanak ki a légkörbe.
The new LED screens emit a bright, clear light even in daylight.
Az új LED-képernyők még nappali fényben is erős, tiszta fényt bocsátanak ki.
The old factory was found to be emitting toxic fumes into the river.
Some radioactive materials emit dangerous levels of radiation for many years.
The speakers emit a high-pitched tone when they are first turned on.
Exemples pédagogiques
These lamps emit a soft, yellow light.
Ezek a lámpák lágy, sárga fényt bocsátanak ki.
The machine emits a loud noise when it starts.
A gép hangos zajt ad ki, amikor elindul.
Chimneys can emit smoke into the air.
Burning coal emits a lot of carbon dioxide.
The heater emits warm air into the room.
Erreur fréquente :
Learners sometimes confuse "emit" with the more common phrasal verb "give off". "Emit" is more formal and is often used in scientific or news contexts, especially about gases, light, and radiation. There is also spelling confusion with "omit" (leave out), which has a completely different meaning.
Sens
send out light, heat, gas, etc.
Collocations
emit light
|emit heat
|emit sound
|emit fumes
|emit radiation
|emit carbon dioxide
Synonymes
give off (More informal and common in everyday speech, but usually not used in very technical writing.)
|
release (Focuses more on letting something go free; slightly broader and less tied to light/heat/sound.)
Antonymes
absorb (Describes taking in light, heat, or other energy instead of sending it out.)
|
contain (Emphasizes keeping gas, smell, or energy inside rather than letting it escape.)
Thèmes
science
|environment
|technology
|nature
Définition
To send out light, heat, gas, a smell, or noise into the air or space around something.
To produce and discharge light, heat, sound, gas, smell, radiation, or similar things from a source into the surrounding environment.
VERBE
C1
FORMAL
2
Schéma d’usage :
[someone or something] emits [a sound/word/cry]
She emitted a small sigh of relief when she heard the good news.
Halk, megkönnyebbült sóhajt hallatott, amikor meghallotta a jó hírt.
The animal emitted a low growl when we approached the cage.
Az állat mély morgást hallatott, amikor a ketrechez közeledtünk.
He emitted a strange clicking sound as he tried to get our attention.
The crowd emitted a loud cheer as the team scored.
The child emitted a sharp cry when he fell.
Exemples pédagogiques
The baby emitted a loud cry.
A baba hangos sírást hallatott.
He heard the dog emit a deep bark.
Hallotta, ahogy a kutya mély vakkantást hallatott.
She emitted a long sigh when she sat down.
The crowd emitted a strong shout of joy.
The machine suddenly emitted a sharp beep.
Erreur fréquente :
Learners may try to use "emit" for normal speaking, like *"He emitted that he was tired"*, which is incorrect. For speaking, use "say" or "tell". Use "emit" only for sounds, cries, or very short spoken reactions in more formal or written styles.
Sens
produce a sound or remark
Collocations
emit a sigh
|emit a sound
|emit a low growl
|emit a cry
|emit a high-pitched squeal
Synonymes
utter (A formal word that focuses on speaking sounds or words, often used in similar contexts to this sense of "emit".)
|
let out (More informal; common in everyday speech for sounds like a sigh, scream, or cry.)
Antonymes
silence (As a verb, it means to stop sounds or speech from being made, the opposite of producing them.)
Thèmes
communication
|emotions
|core_vocabulary
Définition
To make and send out a sound, word, or cry from your mouth or body.
To produce and send out a sound, word, cry, or similar vocal noise.
VERBE
C2
TECHNICAL
3
kibocsát
C1
Schéma d’usage :
[an organization] emits [shares/bonds/currency]
The central bank has the exclusive right to emit the national currency.
A jegybanknak kizárólagos joga van a nemzeti valuta kibocsátására.
To finance the project, the company decided to emit a new series of bonds.
A projekt finanszírozására a vállalat úgy döntött, hogy új kötvénysorozatot bocsát ki.
Historically, only certain institutions were allowed to emit banknotes.
Exemples pédagogiques
The bank can emit new money.
A bank új pénzt bocsáthat ki.
The company emitted new shares to raise cash.
A vállalat új részvényeket bocsátott ki, hogy pénzhez jusson.
In some countries, only the central bank may emit notes.
The government emitted bonds to pay for the new road.
Erreur fréquente :
In finance and business, learners should normally use "issue" instead of "emit". Using "emit" in this context can sound overly technical or old-fashioned in everyday business English.
Sens
officially issue money or securities
Collocations
emit shares
|emit bonds
|emit securities
|emit banknotes
|emit currency
Synonymes
issue (The standard and more common term used in finance and economics; neutral and widely understood.)
Antonymes
withdraw (In finance, refers to taking money, notes, or securities out of circulation, the opposite of putting them into circulation.)
Thèmes
business
|finance
Définition
To officially create and send out new shares, bonds, or money so that people can buy or use them.
To officially create and put into circulation financial instruments such as shares, bonds, or currency.
Grammaire
Forme canonique
emit
API
GB/ɪmˈɪt/
US/ɪmˈɪt/
Syllabes et accentuation
emit (1 syllabe)
Formes du mot
Verb
- Base: emit
- 3rd Person Singular: emits
- Present Participle: emitting
- Past: emitted
Famille de mots
Forms
emits
verb
emitting
verb
emitted
verb
Core family
emission
noun B2
Related words
emitter
noun
Negative and opposite forms
absorb
verb A2
absorption
noun B2
Advanced or less common
emissive
adjective
Points clés
- Irregular present participle: emitting Verb
- Irregular past: emitted Verb
Expressions
emit a sigh
1/ɪmˈɪt ə sˈaɪ/
fixed phrase
formal
let out a sigh
To breathe out loudly in a special way that shows a feeling, such as sadness or relief.
Exemples
- She emitted a sigh when she saw the long line at the airport.
- He quietly emitted a sigh of relief after the exam ended.
emit a signal
1/ɪmˈɪt ə sˈɪɡnəl/
fixed phrase
technical
send out an electronic signal
To send out an electronic, radio, or other technical signal.
Exemples
- The satellite emits a signal that can be picked up by ground stations.
- Each sensor emits a signal when the temperature gets too high.
emit a sound
1/ɪmˈɪt ə sˈaʊnd/
fixed phrase
produce and send out a sound
To make a sound that comes out and can be heard.
Exemples
- The device emits a sound when the timer finishes.
- When pressed, the button emits a soft clicking sound.
emit fumes
1/ɪmˈɪt fjˈumz/
fixed phrase
send out smoke or gas
To send out smoke or gas into the air, usually something that may smell bad or be harmful.
Exemples
- Old cars often emit fumes that are harmful to health.
- The machine emits fumes when it overheats.
emit light
1/ɪmˈɪt lˈaɪt/
fixed phrase
send out light
To shine or to send out light.
Exemples
- These tiny insects emit light to attract mates.
- The screen emits a bright blue light in the dark.