rein
gb/ɹˈeɪn/ us/ɹˈeɪn/
B2
Angol
~ 8600
irányítás, gyeplő, vezetés, visszafog, féken tart, megfékez, gyeplővel irányít, vese, ágyék
FŐNÉV
B2
1
Használati minta:
the reins of [something]; keep a tight rein on [something]
After twenty years in office, the prime minister finally handed over the reins to her successor.
Húsz év hivatali idő után a miniszterelnök végül átadta az irányítást az utódjának.
The new CEO quickly took the reins and began restructuring the company.
Az új vezérigazgató gyorsan átvette az irányítást, és megkezdte a vállalat átszervezését.
Parents sometimes struggle to loosen the reins as their children become teenagers.
The party leadership is determined to keep a tight rein on public spending.
When the founder stepped back, a younger manager took the reins of the family business.
Példák tanulóknak
She took the reins of the company last year.
Tavaly átvette a cég irányítását.
The coach keeps a tight rein on his team.
Az edző szoros gyeplőn tartja a csapatát.
He handed over the reins to a younger leader.
The new manager now holds the reins of the project.
The president has the reins of power in that country.
Gyakori hiba:
Learners often confuse the spelling with 'reign' (as in 'the queen's reign') and mistakenly write 'reign of power' or 'hand over the reigns'. In these expressions, the correct word is 'reins', from the idea of controlling a horse. Also, 'reins' is almost always plural in this sense (e.g. 'the reins of power', not 'the rein of power').
Jelentés
control or power over something
Szókapcsolatok
the reins of power
|hand over the reins
|take the reins
|keep a tight rein on
|hold the reins
Szinonimák
control (The most general word for having power to direct something; does not suggest the image of guiding like 'reins' does.)
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command (Stronger and more military-sounding than 'reins'; suggests firm, often authoritative control.)
Antonimák
freedom (If someone has the reins, others have less freedom; so freedom is the opposite condition of being under tight reins.)
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autonomy (Autonomy is the state of self-rule, the opposite of being under another person's control or 'reins'.)
Témák
business
|politics
|power
|behavior
|core_vocabulary
Definíció
The power to control or direct a person, group, or activity.
Power or control over a person, organization, process, or situation.
IGE
B2
2
Használati minta:
to rein in [something]; to rein [something] in
The government is trying to rein in rising healthcare costs.
A kormány megpróbálja megfékezni az egyre növekvő egészségügyi kiadásokat.
You need to rein in your temper before you say something you regret.
Vissza kell fognod az indulataidat, mielőtt olyasmit mondasz, amit megbánsz.
The company reined in its expansion plans after profits fell.
Teachers are struggling to rein in disruptive behavior in the classroom.
Investors are calling on the board to rein in the CEO's risky decisions.
Példák tanulóknak
We must rein in our spending this year.
Idén vissza kell fognunk a kiadásainkat.
He tried to rein in his anger.
Megpróbálta fékezni a haragját.
The boss wants to rein in the project costs.
Parents sometimes need to rein in their children.
The city is working to rein in crime.
Gyakori hiba:
Many learners wrongly write 'reign in' instead of 'rein in'. The correct spelling is 'rein in', from the reins used to control a horse. Also, this verb is almost always used with 'in' when it means 'limit' (e.g. 'rein in spending'), not just 'rein spending'.
Jelentés
to limit or hold back
Szókapcsolatok
rein in spending
|rein in inflation
|rein in growth
|rein in your anger
|rein in his behavior
Szinonimák
restrain (Very close in meaning; a bit more formal and general, without the horse-control image that 'rein in' suggests.)
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curb (Often used for limiting something harmful, like 'curb violence' or 'curb spending', similar to 'rein in'.)
Antonimák
encourage (To encourage something is to help it grow or continue, the opposite of trying to rein it in.)
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let loose (Means to allow something to be free or uncontrolled, which is the opposite of reining it in.)
Témák
business
|politics
|behavior
|emotions
|core_vocabulary
Definíció
To control or stop something or someone so it does not go too far.
To control, limit, or restrain someone or something, especially to stop it from becoming too large, too strong, or too wild.
FŐNÉV
C1
3
gyeplő
B2
Használati minta:
[someone] pulls on the reins; [someone] holds the reins
She shortened the reins to bring the horse to a halt.
Megrövidítette a gyeplőt, hogy megállítsa a lovat.
The rider loosened the reins and let the horse walk on a long rein.
A lovas lazábbra engedte a gyeplőt, és hagyta, hogy a ló hosszú száron lépjen.
He dropped the reins, and the horse slowed to a stop on its own.
The coach showed the beginners how to hold the reins correctly.
With one hand on the reins, she guided the horse around the ring.
Példák tanulóknak
He pulled on the reins to stop the horse.
Meghúzta a gyeplőt, hogy megállítsa a lovat.
She held the reins in her left hand.
Bal kezében tartotta a gyeplőt.
The child dropped the reins and the horse stopped.
The teacher told me not to pull the reins too hard.
You use the reins to turn the horse.
Gyakori hiba:
Learners sometimes confuse 'rein' with 'rope' or 'leash'. A rein is a specific riding strap connected to the horse's bit and used while riding or driving. Also, in this sense 'reins' is usually plural, because there are typically two straps.
Jelentés
strap to control a horse
Szókapcsolatok
pull on the reins
|drop the reins
|hold the reins
|loosen the reins
|take up the reins
Szinonimák
bridle rein (A more specific term in horse riding; emphasizes that the rein is part of the bridle.)
Antonimák
hands-free (In riding, not holding reins (e.g. bareback or neck-reining) contrasts with actively using reins to control the horse.)
Témák
animals
|sports
|transport
|outdoors
Definíció
A long thin strap that you hold to control a horse.
A long, narrow strap attached to a horse's bit, held by the rider or driver and used to guide or control the animal.
IGE
C1
4
visszafog
B1
Használati minta:
to rein in [a horse]; to rein [a horse] in
She quickly reined in the horse before it reached the fence.
Gyorsan visszafogta a lovat, mielőtt az elérte volna a kerítést.
He reined his mare to a gentle stop at the gate.
A kapunál finoman megállította a kancáját a gyeplővel.
The rider reined the horse around and headed back to the stable.
Startled, the stallion bolted, but the jockey managed to rein him in.
At the signal, all the drivers reined in their horses at once.
Példák tanulóknak
He reined in the horse at the door.
Az ajtónál visszafogta a lovat.
The rider reined the horse to a stop.
A lovas a gyeplővel megállította a lovat.
She reined in her horse near the tree.
The man reined his horse back from the road.
I tried to rein in the horse, but it ran on.
Gyakori hiba:
Learners may confuse this literal riding meaning with the common figurative meaning 'rein in' = 'limit'. In horse-riding contexts, the object is usually a horse or other animal, not things like 'spending' or 'inflation'.
Jelentés
to control or stop a horse
Szókapcsolatok
rein in the horse
|reined his horse in
|reined to a stop
|reined the animal back
|reined the horse around
Szinonimák
check (In riding, 'check' a horse means to slow or stop it, similar to 'rein in', but more technical and less common in general use.)
Antonimák
spur on (To spur on a horse is to urge it to go faster, which is the opposite of reining it in to slow or stop it.)
Témák
animals
|sports
|outdoors
Definíció
To use the reins to make a horse turn, slow down, or stop.
To control, slow, or stop a horse or similar animal by using the reins.
FŐNÉV
C2
ARCHAIC
5
The verse speaks of God who 'trieth the reins and the heart'.
A vers arról az Istenről beszél, aki „a veséket és a szívet vizsgálja”.
In the old translation, 'reins' is used where modern versions say 'kidneys'.
A régi fordításban a „reins” szó áll ott, ahol a modern változatok „kidneys”-t, azaz „veséket” írnak.
Such expressions with 'reins' survive mainly in historical religious texts.
Példák tanulóknak
In this old Bible text, 'reins' means 'kidneys'.
Ebben a régi bibliai szövegben a „reins” azt jelenti: „vesék”.
Today we do not say 'reins' when we talk about the body.
Ma már nem mondjuk azt, hogy „reins”, amikor a testről beszélünk.
You may see this word in very old religious English.
Jelentés
kidneys or inner organs (archaic)
Szókapcsolatok
search the reins and the heart
|the reins of the heart
|try the reins
Szinonimák
kidneys (Modern anatomical term; 'reins' in this sense is obsolete and mainly seen in older religious or literary English.)
Antonimák
heart (In older religious language, 'reins and heart' were contrasted as different inner parts examined by God.)
Témák
religion
|literature
|anatomy
|body
|arts_entertainment
Definíció
An old word for the kidneys or lower back area, in old religious or literary texts.
In older or literary use, the kidneys or loins, traditionally thought to be the seat of feelings or desires.
Nyelvtan
Szótári alak
rein
IPA
GB/ɹˈeɪn/
US/ɹˈeɪn/
Szótagolás és hangsúly
rein (1 szótag)
Stress on 1st syllable (rein)
Szóalakok
Noun
- Base: rein
- Plural: reins
Verb
- Base: rein
- 3rd Person Singular: reins
- Present Participle: reining
- Past: reined
Szócsalád
Forms
reins
noun
reining
verb
reined
verb
Kifejezések
give someone free rein
1/ɡˈɪv sˈʌmwˌʌn fɹˈi ɹˈeɪn/
idiom
to allow someone complete freedom
To allow someone to do what they want, without trying to control them.
Példák
- The manager gave the designer free rein to create the new logo.
- My parents gave me free rein to choose my own university.
- The director gave the actors free rein to improvise their lines.
hand over the reins
1/hˈænd ˈoʊvɚ ðə ɹˈeɪnz/
idiom
to give control to someone else
To give your power or control to another person.
Példák
- The founder is ready to hand over the reins to a professional manager.
- After ten years as editor, she finally handed over the reins to her deputy.
- He plans to hand over the reins of the company when he turns sixty.
have free rein
1/hˈæv fɹˈi ɹˈeɪn/
idiom
to be completely free to act
To be allowed to do what you want, without much control from other people.
Példák
- Developers have free rein to try new tools on internal projects.
- Once the boss left, the team had free rein to organize the office as they liked.
- She has free rein in how she runs the department.
keep a tight rein on
1/kˈip ə tˈaɪt ɹˈeɪn ˈɔn/
idiom
to control something very strictly
To control someone or something in a very strict way, not allowing much freedom.
Példák
- The finance director keeps a tight rein on all department budgets.
- They kept a tight rein on their children during the party.
- The company keeps a tight rein on what employees can say on social media.
loosen the reins
1/lˈusən ðə ɹˈeɪnz/
idiom
to reduce control or strictness
To control someone or something less strictly than before.
Példák
- Once their kids reached high school, they decided to loosen the reins a little.
- The government has loosened the reins on foreign investment.
- Teachers sometimes loosen the reins at the end of term and let students play games.
rein in
1/ɹˈeɪn ˈɪn/
phrasal verb
to control or limit something
To control or stop something or someone so it does not go too far or become too strong.
Példák
- The central bank is expected to rein in inflation with higher interest rates.
- You really need to rein in your spending if you want to save money.
- The teacher struggled to rein in the noisy class after lunch.
take the reins
1/tˈeɪk ðə ɹˈeɪnz/
idiom
to assume control or leadership
To start being the leader or person in control of something.
Példák
- A new coach will take the reins of the team next season.
- After her father retired, she took the reins of the family restaurant.
- The vice-president is expected to take the reins when the current leader steps down.