indicate
gb/ˈɪndɪkˌeɪt/ us/ˈɪndɪkˌeɪt/
A2
Inglese
~ 900
jelez, mutat, indexel, int, indokol, javall, javasol
VERBO
B1
1
Schema d'uso:
to indicate [something]
The data indicate a rise in unemployment.
Az adatok a munkanélküliség növekedését jelzik.
She indicated the correct road to take.
Megmutatta, melyik úton kell menni.
His tone indicated that he was upset.
The report indicates a need for further research.
Esempi per chi studia
The map indicates the location of the hotel.
A térkép mutatja a szálloda helyét.
He indicated the door with his hand.
A kezével az ajtóra mutatott.
The sign indicates where to park.
Her face indicated she was happy.
Errore comune:
Learners sometimes confuse 'indicate' with 'suggest' when talking about giving advice. 'Indicate' is about showing evidence or pointing out facts, not giving recommendations.
Significato
show or point out something
Collocazioni
indicate clearly
|indicate a problem
|indicate the need
|indicate support
|indicate direction
Sinonimi
show (More general and can be visual or abstract.)
|
point out (Often more direct and specific than 'indicate'.)
Contrari
hide (To keep something from being seen or known.)
Temi
communication
|information
|daily life
|core_vocabulary
Definizione
To show or say something so that it is clear to others.
To show, point out, or make something clear, especially through signs, statements, or actions.
VERBO
A2
2
Schema d'uso:
to indicate [direction/intention]
He indicated left before turning the car.
Mielőtt bekanyarodott, balra indexelt.
She indicated the chair for him to sit in.
A szék felé intett neki, hogy üljön le.
The guard indicated that we should stop.
Esempi per chi studia
I indicated right before I turned.
Mielőtt bekanyarodtam, jobbra indexeltem.
She indicated the empty seat for me.
Az üres hely felé intett nekem.
He indicated with his hand to be quiet.
Errore comune:
Learners sometimes forget that in driving contexts 'indicate' means using turn signals, not just pointing by hand.
Significato
signal with a gesture or device
Collocazioni
indicate left
|indicate right
|indicate with a nod
Sinonimi
signal (Common in driving and physical gestures; broader use than 'indicate'.)
Contrari
ignore (To not give any sign or signal.)
Temi
transportation
|communication
|daily_life
Definizione
To use your hand, head, lights, or another signal to tell someone something.
To make a gesture or use a device to show a direction, intention, or request.
VERBO
B2
FORMAL
3
Schema d'uso:
to indicate that [action] is needed
The symptoms indicate immediate surgery.
A tünetek azonnali műtétet indokolnak.
The test results indicate further investigation is required.
A vizsgálati eredmények további kivizsgálást indokolnak.
This level of damage indicates replacing the whole system.
Esempi per chi studia
The doctor indicated rest for two weeks.
Az orvos két hét pihenést javasolt.
The test indicates we need more checks.
A teszt eredménye további vizsgálatokat indokol.
The report indicated changes were needed.
Errore comune:
Learners may confuse this formal usage with simply pointing out; here it has a sense of necessity based on evidence.
Significato
suggest something is necessary
Collocazioni
indicate treatment
|indicate surgery
|indicate further action
Sinonimi
recommend (Implies giving advice based on judgment rather than evidence alone.)
|
advocate (Stronger and more persuasive than 'indicate'.)
Contrari
discourage (To advise against doing something.)
Temi
medicine
|science
|decision-making
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Definizione
To say that something should be done because of facts or evidence.
To suggest or recommend something as necessary or appropriate, based on evidence or circumstances.
Grammatica
Forma base
indicate
IPA
GB/ˈɪndɪkˌeɪt/
US/ˈɪndɪkˌeɪt/
Sillabe e accento
in - dic - ate (3 sillabe)
Stress on 1st syllable (in)
Forme flesse
Verb
- Base: indicate
- 3rd Person Singular: indicates
- Present Participle: indicating
- Past: indicated
Famiglia di parole
Forms
indicates
verb
indicating
verb
indicated
verb
Core family
indication
noun B1
Related words
indicator
noun B2
indicative
adjective
Espressioni
indicate clearly
1/ˈɪndɪkˌeɪt klˈɪɹli/
fixed phrase
show clearly or without doubt
To make something easy to understand or see by showing it well.
Esempi
- The results indicate clearly that more work is needed.
- She indicated clearly which option she preferred.
indicate direction
1/ˈɪndɪkˌeɪt dɪɹˈɛkʃən/
fixed phrase
show which way to go
To give a sign, gesture, or instruction about where to move or travel.
Esempi
- The signs indicate direction to the nearest exit.
- He indicated direction with his arm.
indicate interest
1/ˈɪndɪkˌeɪt ˈɪntɚˌɛst/
fixed phrase
show that you are interested
To say or do something that shows you want to know more or be involved in something.
Esempi
- Several companies have indicated interest in the project.
- If you indicate interest, we will send you more details.