restoration
gb/ɹˌɛstɚˈeɪʃən/ us/ɹˌɛstɚˈeɪʃən/
B2
Inglese
~ 5400
helyreállítás, felújítás, restaurálás, visszaállítás, ökológiai helyreállítás, fogászati restaurátum, visszaszolgáltatás, restitúció, restauráció, hatalomba való visszahelyezés, angol restauráció
SOSTANTIVO
B2
1
Schema d'uso:
the restoration of [something]
The museum has begun the restoration of the 16th‑century painting.
A múzeum megkezdte a 16. századi festmény restaurálását.
After years of neglect, the old theater is finally undergoing restoration.
Hosszú évek elhanyagoltsága után végre zajlik a régi színház felújítása.
The charity raised funds for the restoration of the historic church tower.
Careful restoration revealed the original colors beneath the dirt and smoke.
The city approved a major restoration project for the town hall.
Esempi per chi studia
The restoration of the old house took two years.
A régi ház felújítása két évig tartott.
They started restoration work on the broken statue.
Megkezdték a törött szobor restaurálását.
The car looked new again after its restoration.
A team of experts did the restoration of the painting.
Restoration of the building was very expensive.
Errore comune:
Learners sometimes confuse "restoration" with "renovation." "Restoration" usually means bringing something back to how it used to be, while "renovation" can include changing or modernizing it. Learners also sometimes say "do a restoration to" instead of the more natural "carry out a restoration of" or simply "restore."
Significato
repairing something to former condition
Collocazioni
building restoration
|art restoration
|restoration work
|restoration project
|historic restoration
|restoration expert
Sinonimi
renovation (Often suggests modernizing or updating a building, while restoration focuses more on returning it to an earlier state.)
Contrari
damage (Damage is harm done to something, while restoration is fixing that harm and making it good again.)
Temi
daily life
|art
|construction
|daily_life
|housing
|work
Definizione
The act of fixing or cleaning something so it is like it was before, usually when it was new or in good shape.
The process or act of repairing, cleaning, or renovating something so that it returns to its earlier or original good condition.
SOSTANTIVO
B2
FORMAL
2
Schema d'uso:
the restoration of [system/state]
Protesters called for the restoration of democratic institutions.
A tüntetők a demokratikus intézmények helyreállítását követelték.
The agreement led to the restoration of full diplomatic relations between the two countries.
A megállapodás a két ország közötti diplomáciai kapcsolatok teljes helyreállításához vezetett.
The new policy aims at the restoration of public trust in the police.
After the war, the restoration of normal life took many years.
The court ordered the restoration of his citizenship.
Esempi per chi studia
People demanded the restoration of free elections.
Az emberek a szabad választások visszaállítását követelték.
The treaty promised the restoration of peace.
A szerződés a béke helyreállítását ígérte.
There was a slow restoration of order after the riots.
The government worked for the restoration of public trust.
She fought for the restoration of her legal rights.
Errore comune:
Learners may use "come back" instead of "restoration" in formal writing (e.g. "the come back of democracy"). In formal contexts, use "the restoration of democracy" or "the return of democracy." Also avoid saying "restoration of back" (double marking), as in "the restoration of back peace"; simply say "the restoration of peace."
Significato
bringing back a former system
Collocazioni
restoration of democracy
|restoration of order
|restoration of peace
|restoration of relations
|restoration of confidence
|restoration of civil rights
Sinonimi
reinstatement (Reinstatement is often used for jobs, rules, or rights; restoration is slightly broader and can apply to many kinds of situations or states.)
Contrari
abolition (Abolition is the ending or removal of a system or law, while restoration is bringing it back again.)
Temi
politics
|society
|core_vocabulary
Definizione
The act of making a rule, system, or situation exist again, like it did in the past.
The act of bringing back a previous situation, system, law, or feeling that existed before.
SOSTANTIVO
C1
TECHNICAL
3
Schema d'uso:
the restoration of [environmental area]
The project focuses on the restoration of wetlands along the coast.
A projekt a tengerpart menti vizes élőhelyek ökológiai helyreállítására összpontosít.
Volunteers took part in a large‑scale forest restoration effort after the wildfire.
Az önkéntesek részt vettek a futótűz utáni nagyszabású erdő-helyreállítási munkában.
Habitat restoration is essential for protecting endangered species.
The plan includes the restoration of the river’s natural flow.
Environmental groups are funding the restoration of degraded grasslands.
Esempi per chi studia
Forest restoration can help many animals return.
Az erdők helyreállítása sok állat visszatérését segítheti.
The city supports the restoration of the polluted river.
A város támogatja a szennyezett folyó ökológiai helyreállítását.
Students helped with the restoration of a local wetland.
Habitat restoration is important for wild birds.
The government paid for the restoration of damaged land.
Errore comune:
Learners sometimes treat this as only planting trees. In ecology, "restoration" can include many actions (removing dams, cleaning soil, reintroducing species), not just planting. Also, avoid "restore back" ("restore the river" is enough, not "restore back the river").
Significato
repairing damaged natural environments
Collocazioni
habitat restoration
|forest restoration
|wetland restoration
|river restoration
|ecosystem restoration
|land restoration
Sinonimi
rehabilitation (Rehabilitation also means bringing something back to a better or more natural state, but restoration usually aims more specifically at returning ecological systems to a previous condition.)
Contrari
degradation (Degradation is the process of making the environment worse, while restoration is the process of making it better again.)
Temi
environment
|science
|nature
Definizione
Work done to help a damaged area of nature, like a forest or river, become healthy and natural again.
The process of assisting the recovery of a damaged or degraded ecosystem or landscape so that it becomes closer to its natural state.
C1
TECHNICAL
4
Schema d'uso:
a [type of] restoration in [tooth]
The dentist recommended a ceramic restoration for the damaged molar.
A fogorvos kerámia restaurátumot javasolt a sérült zápfogra.
This type of restoration should last at least ten years if you maintain good oral hygiene.
Ez a fajta restaurátum legalább tíz évig tartós maradhat, ha megfelelő a szájhigiéniája.
The old metal restoration was replaced with a tooth‑colored one.
A large restoration was needed because much of the tooth was missing.
Regular check‑ups help ensure that your restorations stay in good condition.
Esempi per chi studia
The dentist put a restoration in my tooth.
A fogorvos restaurátumot helyezett a fogamba.
My old restoration broke and needs to be fixed.
Eltört a régi fogászati restaurátumom, és meg kell javítani.
This white restoration looks like a real tooth.
He has several restorations in his back teeth.
The dentist checked all my restorations during the visit.
Errore comune:
Learners usually say only "filling" for any repaired tooth. In more formal or medical English, "restoration" is used as the general term, especially in writing or by dentists.
Significato
filling or crown in dentistry
Collocazioni
dental restoration
|tooth-colored restoration
|place a restoration
|remove the restoration
|composite restoration
|ceramic restoration
Sinonimi
filling ("Filling" is a common everyday word, usually for small repairs in teeth; "restoration" is a broader technical term that also includes crowns, inlays, and other structures.)
Contrari
cavity (A cavity is a hole in a tooth caused by decay; a dental restoration is what replaces the lost tooth structure and fixes that damage.)
Temi
medicine
|health
|body
Definizione
A filling, crown, or other material a dentist puts in or on a bad tooth to make it whole and useful again.
A filling, crown, or other dental material placed in or on a tooth to restore its shape, function, and appearance after damage or decay.
SOSTANTIVO
C1
FORMAL
5
restitúció
C1
Schema d'uso:
the restoration of [property/land/object] to [someone/place]
The treaty called for the restoration of land to indigenous communities.
A szerződés előírta a földek visszaszolgáltatását az őslakos közösségeknek.
The museum negotiated the restoration of several stolen artifacts to their country of origin.
A múzeum tárgyalásokat folytatott több ellopott műtárgy származási országába történő visszaszolgáltatásáról.
Activists demanded the restoration of property seized during the conflict.
The court ordered the restoration of the family’s estate.
The company supported the restoration of cultural objects taken during the colonial period.
Esempi per chi studia
The law requires the restoration of stolen goods to their owners.
A törvény előírja az ellopott javak visszaszolgáltatását a tulajdonosaiknak.
There was a long fight for the restoration of the family land.
Hosszú harc folyt a családi föld visszaszolgáltatásáért.
The museum agreed to the restoration of the painting to its first owner.
People asked for the restoration of houses taken by the government.
The judge ordered the restoration of the car to its real owner.
Errore comune:
Learners sometimes say "give back of" (e.g. "the give back of land") instead of using the noun "restoration" in formal writing. Use "the restoration of land" or "the return of land."
Significato
giving back property or objects
Collocazioni
restoration of property
|restoration of lands
|restoration of artifacts
|restoration of cultural heritage
|restoration of stolen art
|restoration of ownership
Sinonimi
return ("Return" is a general, everyday word; "restoration" is more formal and often used in legal or official contexts.)
Contrari
confiscation (Confiscation is when property is taken away by an authority; restoration is when that property is given back.)
Temi
law
|society
|finance
Definizione
The act of giving land, money, art, or other things back to the person or group who should have them.
The act of returning property, land, or objects, especially those taken or lost, to their rightful owner or to their original place.
SOSTANTIVO
C1
FORMAL
6
Schema d'uso:
the restoration of [monarchy/ruler]
Historians still debate the long‑term effects of the restoration of the monarchy.
A történészek ma is vitatják a monarchia restaurációjának hosszú távú hatásait.
The revolution was followed by a brief restoration of the old king.
A forradalom után rövid időre visszahelyezték a trónra a régi királyt.
The treaty paved the way for the restoration of imperial rule.
Supporters of the dynasty hoped for its eventual restoration.
The restoration of the royal family marked a turning point in the country’s history.
Esempi per chi studia
The war ended with the restoration of the king.
A háború a király trónra való visszahelyezésével ért véget.
Some people wanted the restoration of the old monarchy.
Voltak, akik a régi monarchia restaurációját akarták.
The film shows the time before the restoration of the royal family.
After many years, there was a restoration of the old ruler.
The restoration of the monarchy changed the country’s politics.
Errore comune:
Learners sometimes use "come back" in formal history writing ("the come back of the king"). Use "the restoration of the king" or "the king’s restoration" instead.
Significato
bringing back a ruler or monarchy
Collocazioni
restoration of the monarchy
|restoration of the king
|Bourbon Restoration
|restoration of imperial rule
|restoration of the dynasty
|political restoration
Sinonimi
reinstatement ("Reinstatement" is broader and can refer to any position; "restoration" here is used especially for royal or political power returning.)
Contrari
overthrow (An overthrow removes a ruler or system from power; a restoration puts that ruler or system back in power.)
Temi
politics
|history
|law
Definizione
The act of making a king, queen, or other old ruler leader again after they lost power.
The act of returning a monarch, royal family, or other former ruler to power after they have been removed or have lost control.
SOSTANTIVO
C1
LITERARY
7
Schema d'uso:
the Restoration [period/comedy/drama]
She specializes in Restoration drama and 17th‑century theater.
Az angol restauráció drámája és a 17. századi színház a szakterülete.
The novel is set in London during the Restoration.
A regény Londonban, az angol restauráció idején játszódik.
Restoration comedy is known for its sharp wit and social satire.
The palace was rebuilt in the early years of the Restoration.
The course covers the Civil War, the Commonwealth, and the Restoration.
Esempi per chi studia
We studied the Restoration in our English history class.
Az angol történelemórán az angol restaurációról tanultunk.
Restoration comedy is often very fast and funny.
A restauráció kori vígjáték gyakran nagyon pergő és szellemes.
Many new theaters opened during the Restoration.
He wrote a paper about life in London during the Restoration.
Restoration drama is part of our literature exam.
Errore comune:
Learners sometimes write "restoration" with a small "r" when talking about the historical period. For this historical meaning, it should be capitalized as "the Restoration."
Significato
the 1660 return of English monarchy
Collocazioni
the Restoration
|Restoration period
|Restoration drama
|Restoration comedy
|Restoration England
|Restoration court
Sinonimi
Restoration period (A slightly longer phrase for the same historical period, often used for clarity in teaching or writing.)
Contrari
Commonwealth (In English history, the Commonwealth period was when there was no king; the Restoration is when the monarchy returned, making them historical opposites in this context.)
Temi
history
|literature
|politics
|arts_entertainment
|time
Definizione
(written with a capital R) The time in English history, starting in 1660, when the king came back and a special style of plays and writing became popular.
(usually with capital R) The period beginning in 1660 when the English monarchy was restored under Charles II, often associated with a particular style of literature, theater, and culture.
Grammatica
Forma base
restoration
IPA
GB/ɹˌɛstɚˈeɪʃən/
US/ɹˌɛstɚˈeɪʃən/
Sillabe e accento
res - tor - a - tion (4 sillabe)
Stress on 2nd syllable (tor)
Forme flesse
Noun
- Base: restoration
- Plural: restoration, restorations
Famiglia di parole
Forms
restorations
noun
Core family
restore
verb B1
Related words
restorer
noun
restorative
adjective C1
Advanced or less common
restorable
adjective
Espressioni
art restoration
1/ˈɑɹt ɹˌɛstɚˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
repairing damaged artworks
The careful cleaning and repair of paintings, statues, and other art objects.
Esempi
- She studied art restoration in Florence.
- Art restoration requires a deep knowledge of materials and history.
- The gallery has a special department for art restoration.
dental restoration
1/dˈɛntəl ɹˌɛstɚˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
technical
tooth repair treatment in dentistry
A filling, crown, or other material that a dentist puts in or on a tooth to fix it.
Esempi
- The dentist explained the different options for dental restoration.
- Modern dental restoration can match the natural color of your teeth.
- She needs a dental restoration on her front tooth.
environmental restoration
1/ɪnvˌaɪɹənmˈɛntəl ɹˌɛstɚˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
technical
restoring damaged natural areas
Work to help nature, like forests or rivers, become healthy again after harm.
Esempi
- The organization specializes in environmental restoration and conservation.
- Environmental restoration projects often involve local communities.
- Environmental restoration is a key part of the climate plan.
historic building restoration
1/hɪstˈɔɹɪk bˈɪldɪŋ ɹˌɛstɚˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
restoring important old buildings
The work of repairing and protecting old buildings that have historical value.
Esempi
- The charity focuses on historic building restoration in rural towns.
- Historic building restoration can be very expensive but important for tourism.
- The city received a grant for historic building restoration.
restoration project
1/ɹˌɛstɚˈeɪʃən pɹˈɑd͡ʒɛkt/
fixed phrase
planned work to restore something
A planned job or program to repair or bring something back to an earlier good state.
Esempi
- The restoration project will take at least five years to complete.
- They launched a major restoration project for the city’s old theater.
- Funding for the restoration project came from both public and private sources.
restoration work
1/ɹˌɛstɚˈeɪʃən wˈɚk/
fixed phrase
repair and renovation activities
Work that people do to fix or clean something so it becomes like it was before.
Esempi
- Extensive restoration work was needed after the flood.
- The castle is closed to visitors while restoration work is carried out.
- Volunteers helped with restoration work on the old bridge.
the Restoration
1/ðə ɹˌɛstɚˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
literary
English historical period after 1660
The time in English history, starting in 1660, when the king came back and a special style of plays and writing began.
Esempi
- Restoration drama flourished during the Restoration.
- Many poets at the time of the Restoration worked at court.
- The course covers literature from the Renaissance to the Restoration.