reference
gb/ɹˈɛfɚəns/ us/ɹˈɛfɚəns/
A2
Anglais
~ 1100
utalás, említés, forrás, referenciaszemély, azonosító, hivatkozási szám
NOM
B1
1
Schéma d’usage :
make [a] reference to [something]
The article made a reference to recent political events.
A cikk utalást tett a közelmúlt politikai eseményeire.
She avoided any reference to her previous job.
Kerülte, hogy bármilyen utalást tegyen a korábbi állására.
In his speech, there was a clear reference to the upcoming changes.
Exemples pédagogiques
I made a reference to my old school.
Utalást tettem a régi iskolámra.
He did not make any reference to the problem.
Semmilyen utalást nem tett a problémára.
The teacher made a reference to our homework.
Erreur fréquente :
Learners sometimes confuse 'reference' with 'referral'; 'reference' is about mentioning something, while 'referral' is about sending someone to another place or person.
Sens
act of mentioning something
Collocations
make reference to
|direct reference
|casual reference
|frequent reference
|in reference to
Synonymes
mention (A more general term for briefly talking about something.)
|
allusion (Often used when the reference is indirect or subtle.)
Antonymes
omission (Leaving something out instead of mentioning it.)
Thèmes
communication
|writing
|speaking
|core_vocabulary
Définition
When you talk or write about something to make people notice it.
The act of mentioning or alluding to something in speech or writing.
NOM
A2
2
forrás
B1
Schéma d’usage :
use [something] as a reference
This dictionary is an excellent reference for language learners.
Ez a szótár kiváló forrás a nyelvtanulók számára.
The report includes references at the end.
A jelentés végén szerepelnek a források.
We used the manual as a reference during training.
Exemples pédagogiques
I use the internet as a reference for my work.
Az internetet forrásként használom a munkámhoz.
This map is a good reference for tourists.
Ez a térkép jó információforrás a turisták számára.
The teacher gave us a list of references.
Erreur fréquente :
Learners may confuse 'reference' with 'referee' in spoken English; they are unrelated meanings.
Sens
information source for consultation
Collocations
reference book
|reference material
|use as a reference
|reference source
Synonymes
resource (General term for something that provides information or help.)
|
guide (A source that gives instructions or advice.)
Antonymes
fiction (Opposite in the sense of not being factual information.)
Thèmes
education
|research
|communication
Définition
A book, website, or other source you use to find information.
A source of information, such as a book, document, or website, that is used to find specific facts or details.
NOM
B1
3
Schéma d’usage :
give [someone] as a reference
Please provide two professional references with your application.
Kérjük, a jelentkezéséhez adjon meg két szakmai referenciaszemélyt.
My old manager agreed to be my reference.
A korábbi vezetőm vállalta, hogy referenciát ad rólam.
They contacted her references before offering the job.
Exemples pédagogiques
I asked my teacher to be my reference.
Megkértem a tanáromat, hogy adjon rólam referenciát.
The company will call my references.
A cég fel fogja hívni a referenciaszemélyeimet.
He gave his old boss as a reference.
Erreur fréquente :
Some learners confuse 'reference' (person giving recommendation) with 'recommendation letter' (the written document). They are related but not identical.
Sens
person giving recommendation
Collocations
personal reference
|professional reference
|give as a reference
|contact a reference
Synonymes
referee (Used in British English for someone who gives a job recommendation.)
|
recommender (Less common; someone who recommends you.)
Thèmes
employment
|relationships
|work
|business
Définition
Someone who can say good things about you when you try to get a job.
A person who can give information about your character, abilities, or work experience, usually when you apply for a job.
NOM
A2
TECHNICAL
4
azonosító
B1
Schéma d’usage :
quote [a] reference number/code
Please quote your booking reference when calling customer service.
Kérjük, az ügyfélszolgálat hívásakor adja meg a foglalási azonosítóját.
Each order has a unique reference number.
Minden rendelésnek egyedi azonosítója van.
The librarian found the book using the catalog reference.
Exemples pédagogiques
My ticket has a booking reference on it.
A jegyemen szerepel a foglalási azonosító.
You need the reference number to find your file.
Az aktád megtalálásához szükséged van a hivatkozási számra.
The email has my order reference.
Sens
identifier in a system or record
Collocations
reference number
|reference code
|customer reference
Synonymes
identifier (General term for any label that identifies something.)
|
code (A set of numbers/letters used for identification.)
Thèmes
business
|technology
Définition
A number or code that helps you find something in a list or system.
A unique code, number, or name used to identify and locate specific information within a system or record.
Grammaire
Forme canonique
reference
API
GB/ɹˈɛfɚəns/
US/ɹˈɛfɚəns/
Syllabes et accentuation
ref - er - ence (3 syllabes)
Stress on 1st syllable (ref)
Formes du mot
Noun
- Base: reference
- Plural: reference, references
Famille de mots
Expressions
for future reference
1/fɚ fjˈut͡ʃɚ ɹˈɛfɚəns/
fixed phrase
to be used later as information
To keep something so you can look at it later if you need it.
Exemples
- Keep this document for future reference.
- I wrote down his phone number for future reference.
in reference to
1/ˈɪn ɹˈɛfɚəns tə/
fixed phrase
formal
concerning something mentioned earlier
About the thing that was said or written before.
Exemples
- In reference to your email, we will arrange a meeting next week.
- She spoke in reference to the recent policy changes.
point of reference
1/pˈɔɪnt əv ɹˈɛfɚəns/
fixed phrase
basis for comparison or evaluation
Something you use to compare or understand other things.
Exemples
- The report serves as a point of reference for future studies.
- Use this chart as a point of reference when making your decision.