scale
gb/skˈeɪl/ us/skˈeɪl/
A2
Engels
~ 1200
skála, mérleg, átméretez, skáláz, pikkely, hangsor
ZELFSTANDIG NAAMWOORD
B1
1
skála
B1
Gebruikspatroon:
on a scale of [number] to [number]
The earthquake measured 6.5 on the Richter scale.
A földrengés erőssége a Richter-skálán 6,5 volt.
We need to assess the problem on a scale from minor to severe.
A problémát az enyhétől a súlyosig terjedő skálán kell értékelnünk.
The map is drawn to a scale of 1:50,000.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
The test is scored on a scale of 1 to 10.
A tesztet 1-től 10-ig terjedő skálán pontozzák.
This map is on a scale of 1 to 100.
Ez a térkép 1:100 méretarányú.
Pain is measured on a scale from 0 to 10.
Veelgemaakte fout:
Learners sometimes confuse 'scale' with 'weighing scale' when talking about ranges or levels.
Betekenis
A range of levels or sizes
Woordcombinaties
on a scale
|large scale
|small scale
|scale of measurement
|scale model
Synoniemen
range (Refers more generally to the span between limits, without implying a formal measurement system.)
Antoniemen
singularity (Indicates only one point or value, with no range or gradation.)
Thema's
measurement
|science
|daily life
|education
Definitie
A set of numbers or levels used to measure or compare things.
A set of ordered levels, steps, or values used for measuring, comparing, or grading something.
ZELFSTANDIG NAAMWOORD
A2
2
mérleg
A2
She stepped onto the bathroom scale to check her weight.
Ráállt a fürdőszobai mérlegre, hogy megmérje magát.
The store uses a digital scale to weigh produce.
Az üzletben digitális mérleggel mérik le a zöldséget és gyümölcsöt.
The luggage was placed on the scale at the airport.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
I use a scale to check my weight.
Mérleget használok, hogy ellenőrizzem a súlyomat.
The store has a big scale for fruit.
A boltban van egy nagy mérleg a gyümölcs leméréséhez.
Put the box on the scale.
Betekenis
Device for weighing things
Woordcombinaties
bathroom scale
|digital scale
|weighing scale
Synoniemen
weighing machine (More formal or technical term; less common in everyday speech.)
Thema's
daily life
|measurement
|daily_life
|science
Definitie
A tool used to see how heavy something is.
A device used to measure the weight of a person, animal, or object.
WERKWOORD
B2
3
Gebruikspatroon:
to scale [something] up/down
We plan to scale up our operations next year.
Jövőre bővíteni tervezzük a működésünket.
You can scale the image to fit the page.
Át tudod méretezni a képet, hogy elférjen az oldalon.
The company scaled down its workforce during the recession.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
They will scale up production next month.
A jövő hónapban felfuttatják a termelést.
Please scale the photo to fit the frame.
Kérlek, méretezd át a fotót, hogy beleférjen a keretbe.
We must scale down our plans.
Betekenis
Adjust size proportionally
Woordcombinaties
scale up production
|scale down operations
|scale the image
Synoniemen
resize (Often used for images or objects; less formal than 'scale'.)
Antoniemen
distort (To change the shape without keeping proportions.)
Thema's
business
|technology
|science
Definitie
To make something bigger or smaller while keeping its shape the same.
To change the size, amount, or extent of something in proportion to a reference or standard.
ZELFSTANDIG NAAMWOORD
A2
4
pikkely
B1
The fish's scales shimmered in the sunlight.
A hal pikkelyei csillogtak a napfényben.
Snakes shed their old scales as they grow.
A kígyók növekedés közben levedlik régi pikkelyeiket.
He found a snake scale in the garden.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
The fish has shiny scales.
A halnak fényes pikkelyei vannak.
Snakes lose their old scales.
A kígyók levedlik a régi pikkelyeiket.
I saw a snake scale on the ground.
Betekenis
Small hard plate on animal skin
Woordcombinaties
fish scales
|shed scales
Synoniemen
plate (In biology, refers more generally to a protective body covering; less specific than 'scale'.)
Thema's
biology
|animals
|body
Definitie
A small, hard piece that covers the skin of fish and reptiles.
One of the small, hard plates that cover the skin of fish, reptiles, and some other animals.
ZELFSTANDIG NAAMWOORD
B1
TECHNICAL
5
She practiced her scales for an hour each day.
Mindennap egy órán át skálákat gyakorolt.
The song is based on a minor scale.
A dal egy moll skálára épül.
Learning scales is essential for beginner musicians.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
I play scales on my guitar every day.
Mindennap skálákat játszom a gitáromon.
This song uses a major scale.
Ez a dal dúr skálára épül.
He learns scales in music class.
Betekenis
Sequence of musical notes by pitch
Woordcombinaties
major scale
|minor scale
|practice scales
Synoniemen
gamut (An older or more literary term for a complete range of notes; rarely used in modern speech for music theory.)
Thema's
music
|arts_entertainment
|education
Definitie
A set of music notes played in order from low to high or high to low.
A sequence of musical notes ordered by pitch, typically within an octave, used as the basis for melodies and harmonies.
Grammatica
Lemmavorm
scale
IPA
GB/skˈeɪl/
US/skˈeɪl/
Lettergrepen en klemtoon
scale (1 lettergreep)
Stress on 1st syllable (scale)
Woordvormen
Noun
- Base: scale
- Plural: scale, scales
Verb
- Base: scale
- 3rd Person Singular: scales
- Present Participle: scaling
- Past: scaled
Woordfamilie
Forms
scales
noun
scaling
verb
scaled
verb
Related words
scalable
adjective B2
rescale
verb
Advanced or less common
scalability
noun C1
scaly
adjective
Uitdrukkingen
full-scale
1/fˈʊl skˈeɪl/
fixed phrase
At maximum size scope or intensity
At the biggest size or most complete level possible.
Voorbeelden
- They launched a full-scale investigation into the incident.
- The army prepared for a full-scale attack.
on a large scale
1/ˈɔn ə lˈɑɹd͡ʒ skˈeɪl/
fixed phrase
Happening over wide area or scope
Happening in a big way or involving many things or people.
Voorbeelden
- The company produces clothing on a large scale.
- The disease spread on a large scale across the country.
scale down
1/skˈeɪl dˈaʊn/
phrasal verb
Reduce size proportionally from larger version
To make something smaller or less while keeping it in proportion.
Voorbeelden
- The company had to scale down operations due to low sales.
- We scaled down our holiday plans this year.
scale up
1/skˈeɪl ˈʌp/
phrasal verb
Increase size proportionally from smaller version
To make something bigger or greater while keeping it in proportion.
Voorbeelden
- They plan to scale up production next year.
- We need to scale up our efforts to meet demand.
tip the scales
1/tˈɪp ðə skˈeɪlz/
idiom
Influence outcome decisively
To make something happen by giving it an extra push or influence at the right time.
Voorbeelden
- Her testimony tipped the scales in favor of the defense.
- Her testimony tipped the scales in his favor.
- The new evidence could tip the scales toward conviction.
- The last goal tipped the scales toward victory.