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אנגלית

utilize

gb/jˈutəlˌaɪz/ us/jˈutəlˌaɪz/
C1 אנגלית
~ 8900
משמעויות
0 משמעויות
פועל formal C1 action
1

use something for a purpose

To use something for a particular purpose, usually in an effective way.

תבנית שימוש: to utilize [something] (to/for [do something])
טעות נפוצה:
Learners sometimes use 'utilize' in very casual speech or writing where 'use' is more natural, making their English sound too stiff or unnatural. Another common mistake is saying '*utilize to do something*' without an object, instead of 'utilize [something] to do something'. Always include the thing being used as the object: 'utilize this method to save time', not '*utilize to save time*'.
מילים נרדפות
use (More common and neutral; suitable in almost all contexts where 'utilize' appears, but less formal.) | employ (Slightly formal; often used for using methods, tools, or people to achieve a result.) | make use of (Neutral phrase; similar meaning but slightly less formal and more conversational.)
הפכים
ignore (Opposite because it means not using something that is available.) | disregard (Opposite in that it means to pay no attention to or not use something.)
צירופים
utilize resources |utilize data |utilize technology |utilize skills |utilize information |utilize tools
נושאים
business |science |technology |core_vocabulary |work
דוגמאות
  • The company plans to utilize new software to improve customer service.
  • Teachers are encouraged to utilize a variety of materials in their lessons.
  • The app utilizes your location data to show nearby restaurants.
  • We need to utilize our limited budget more strategically.
  • The study utilizes a mixed-methods approach to gather detailed information.
דוגמאות ללומדים
  • The team will utilize this tool to track their work.
  • You can utilize your notes when you study for the exam.
  • Our school utilizes online tests instead of paper tests.
  • The hospital utilizes modern machines to help patients.
  • He utilized his free time to learn English.
פועל technical C1 action
2

make effective use of a resource

To use something well, especially something that might be wasted if you do not use it.

תבנית שימוש: to utilize [resource] (for [noun]/to [do something])
טעות נפוצה:
Learners may not realize this sense often appears in scientific, technical, or environmental texts. They sometimes confuse it with the general 'use' sense and do not notice the idea that the resource might otherwise be wasted or not fully used. Context with words like 'waste', 'by-products', or 'surplus' usually indicates this more specific sense.
מילים נרדפות
exploit (Often used in technical or business contexts to mean use fully or effectively, but can have a negative moral connotation in everyday speech.) | harness (Frequently used for energy or natural forces; emphasizes controlling and directing them for use.)
הפכים
waste (Opposite because it means not using something usefully and letting it be lost.) | underuse (Opposite in the sense of failing to use a resource to its full potential.)
צירופים
utilize waste heat |utilize solar energy |utilize available resources |utilize by-products |utilize waste materials |utilize surplus capacity
נושאים
science |environment |engineering |core_vocabulary
דוגמאות
  • The system utilizes waste heat from the factory to warm nearby homes.
  • Modern cars are designed to utilize fuel as efficiently as possible.
  • The project aims to utilize agricultural by-products instead of throwing them away.
  • These bacteria can utilize nitrogen in the soil to help plants grow.
  • The new policy encourages businesses to utilize surplus space for community projects.
דוגמאות ללומדים
  • The city utilizes rainwater to clean the streets.
  • This machine utilizes old paper to make new paper.
  • Farmers can utilize animal waste to make energy.
  • The house utilizes sunlight to keep the rooms warm.
  • We should utilize food leftovers instead of throwing them away.
דקדוק
צורת המילון
utilize
IPA
GB/jˈutəlˌaɪz/
US/jˈutəlˌaɪz/
הברות והטעמה
util - ize (2 הברות)
Stress on 1st syllable (util)
צורות המילה
Verb
  • Base: utilize
  • 3rd Person Singular: utilizes
  • Present Participle: utilizing
  • Past: utilized
משפחת מילים
Forms
utilizes verb utilizing verb utilized verb
Core family
use verb A1 utilization noun C1
Related words
utility noun B2 useful adjective A2 usable adjective B2
Negative and opposite forms
useless adjective A2 unusable adjective
Advanced or less common
utilitarian adjective B2 utilitarianism noun
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