unlock
gb/ʌnlˈɑk/ us/ʌnlˈɑk/
A2
Engels
~ 8900
kinyit, kiold, felold, elérhetővé tesz, felszabadít, felszínre hoz, feltár, kibontakoztat
WERKWOORD
A2
1
Gebruikspatroon:
to unlock [something]
She forgot to unlock the front door before the guests arrived.
Elfelejtette kinyitni a bejárati ajtót, mielőtt megérkeztek a vendégek.
I always unlock my bike and bring it inside at night.
Mindig kinyitom a biciklizárat, és éjszakára beviszem a biciklit.
The guard unlocked the gate and waved the truck through.
He unlocked the safe and took out the documents.
Could you unlock the car so I can put my bag inside?
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
Please unlock the door; I don't have a key.
Kérlek, nyisd ki az ajtót; nincs nálam kulcs.
He unlocked the car and we got in.
Kinyitotta az autót, és beszálltunk.
The teacher unlocked the classroom in the morning.
I can't unlock this box because I lost the key.
The manager unlocked the office at nine o'clock.
Veelgemaakte fout:
Learners sometimes say *open the lock* when they mean *unlock the door* or *unlock the box*. Use *unlock* with the thing that has the lock (door, car, safe), not usually with the word *lock* itself.
Betekenis
open something that is locked
Woordcombinaties
unlock the door
|unlock the front door
|unlock the car
|unlock the safe
|unlock with a key
|unlock the gate
Synoniemen
open (More general and does not always imply a lock; can be used for things like windows, boxes, or mouths.)
|
unfasten (More formal and general; used for things held closed by a buckle, clasp, or strap, not only by locks.)
Antoniemen
lock (Means to secure something with a lock so it cannot be opened.)
|
secure (Broader; means to make something safe or fixed, often by locking or fastening it.)
Thema's
daily life
|home
|travel
|daily_life
|housing
Definitie
To open something that has a lock, like a door or a car, by using a key, code, or card.
To open something that is secured with a lock, usually by using a key, code, or similar device to release the locking mechanism.
WERKWOORD
B1
2
felold
B1
Gebruikspatroon:
to unlock [a device/screen/account]
You need to unlock your phone before you can use the banking app.
Fel kell oldanod a telefonodat, mielőtt használhatod a banki alkalmazást.
I can't unlock my laptop because I forgot the password.
Nem tudom feloldani a laptopom zárolását, mert elfelejtettem a jelszót.
She unlocked the screen with her fingerprint and checked her messages.
If you enter the wrong code three times, you won't be able to unlock the device.
Customer service helped him unlock his account after the security check.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
I unlock my phone with my face.
Az arcommal oldom fel a telefonomat.
Please unlock the tablet so I can watch the video.
Kérlek, oldd fel a tabletet, hogy megnézhessem a videót.
He forgot the code and could not unlock his phone.
You must unlock the screen to see the menu.
She unlocked her account after changing the password.
Veelgemaakte fout:
Learners sometimes use *open* instead of *unlock* for devices, saying *open my phone* instead of *unlock my phone*. Use *unlock* when you remove security protection, and *open* for apps or files (e.g. *open the app*, *open the file*).
Betekenis
make a phone or device usable
Woordcombinaties
unlock your phone
|unlock the screen
|unlock the device
|unlock with a password
|unlock with Face ID
|unlock your account
Synoniemen
log in (Used more for accessing online accounts or computer systems, not usually for simply waking a phone screen.)
Antoniemen
lock (To make a device require a password, code, or biometric check again.)
Thema's
technology
|daily life
|communication
Definitie
To enter a code, password, or use your face or finger so you can use your phone, tablet, computer, or another device.
To remove a password, code, biometric check, or other security restriction so that a digital device, account, or screen can be used.
WERKWOORD
B2
3
Gebruikspatroon:
to unlock [resources/options/features]
The new policy is expected to unlock funds for small businesses.
Az új szabályozás várhatóan forrásokat szabadít fel a kisvállalkozások számára.
Subscribing to the premium plan will unlock extra features in the app.
A prémium csomagra való előfizetés extra funkciókat tesz elérhetővé az alkalmazásban.
Improved transport links could unlock economic opportunities in the region.
The charity campaign helped unlock resources for communities in need.
This agreement will unlock access to international markets for local farmers.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
Paying a fee can unlock more tools in the software.
Ha fizetsz egy díjat, több eszköz válhat elérhetővé a szoftverben.
The new rule will unlock money for student programs.
Az új szabály pénzt szabadít fel a diákprogramok számára.
Better roads can unlock jobs in the area.
The company hopes to unlock new markets in Asia.
This plan may unlock more help for poor families.
Veelgemaakte fout:
Learners may confuse this sense with the physical meaning and think *unlock* must always involve a real lock. In business, news, or tech, *unlock* is often used figuratively with words like *resources*, *funds*, *features*, and *opportunities* to mean *make them available*, not to open a physical lock.
Betekenis
make resources or features available
Woordcombinaties
unlock resources
|unlock funds
|unlock new features
|unlock access to
|unlock opportunities
|unlock investment
Synoniemen
release (Very close in meaning; slightly more general and common in formal and informal contexts.)
|
enable (Focuses more on making something possible or turning something on, especially in technical or software contexts.)
Antoniemen
block (To prevent access to resources or features so they cannot be used.)
|
restrict (To limit how much something can be used or who can use it.)
Thema's
business
|technology
|society
|core_vocabulary
Definitie
To make money, help, or special features available so people can use them.
To release or make available money, resources, options, or features that were previously restricted or not usable.
WERKWOORD
B2
4
Gebruikspatroon:
to unlock [potential/secrets/creativity/feelings]
Good teachers know how to unlock a child's natural curiosity.
A jó tanárok tudják, hogyan ébresszék fel egy gyerek természetes kíváncsiságát.
The research could unlock the secrets of how the human brain learns.
A kutatás feltárhatja az emberi agy tanulásának titkait.
Traveling abroad helped unlock his confidence and independence.
The therapy sessions slowly unlocked memories from her childhood.
This book aims to unlock your creativity with simple daily exercises.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
A kind coach can unlock a student’s talent.
Egy kedves edző felszínre hozhatja egy diák tehetségét.
The new study hopes to unlock the secrets of sleep.
Az új kutatás célja, hogy feltárja az alvás titkait.
Learning another language can unlock new ideas in your mind.
The music unlocked strong feelings from his past.
Her classes helped unlock my creativity.
Veelgemaakte fout:
Learners may take this meaning too literally and expect a real lock or key. Here, *unlock* is figurative and is often used with abstract nouns like *potential*, *secrets*, *creativity*, *memories*, and *emotions* to mean *help them come out* or *help people understand them*.
Betekenis
reveal or bring out something hidden
Woordcombinaties
unlock your potential
|unlock creativity
|unlock the secrets of
|unlock the mystery of
|unlock hidden talents
|unlock memories
Synoniemen
reveal (Focuses on making something known or visible; does not always carry the idea of enabling use or growth.)
|
unleash (Stronger and more dramatic; often suggests releasing powerful or intense forces or emotions.)
Antoniemen
suppress (To keep feelings, abilities, or ideas hidden or held back instead of letting them come out.)
|
conceal (To hide information or feelings so they are not seen or understood.)
Thema's
education
|emotions
|personal growth
Definitie
To help show or use something that was hidden, like a secret, an idea, or someone’s talent or feelings.
To cause something hidden, such as knowledge, understanding, abilities, or feelings, to be revealed, expressed, or fully used.
Grammatica
Lemmavorm
unlock
IPA
GB/ʌnlˈɑk/
US/ʌnlˈɑk/
Lettergrepen en klemtoon
un - lock (2 lettergrepen)
Stress on 2nd syllable (lock)
Woordvormen
Verb
- Base: unlock
- 3rd Person Singular: unlocks
- Present Participle: unlocking
- Past: unlocked
Woordfamilie
Uitdrukkingen
unlock the secrets of
1/ʌnlˈɑk ðə sˈikɹɪts əv/
fixed phrase
discover how something works
To find out and explain important hidden facts about something, so people understand it better.
Voorbeelden
- Scientists are trying to unlock the secrets of the human brain.
- This documentary aims to unlock the secrets of the deep ocean.
unlock value
1/ʌnlˈɑk vˈælju/
fixed phrase
technical
realize or release financial value
To change how you use something, like land, a company, or an idea, so that it brings more money or benefit.
Voorbeelden
- The merger is expected to unlock value for shareholders.
- Selling unused property can unlock value for the business.
unlock your potential
1/ʌnlˈɑk jˈʊɹ pətˈɛnʃəl/
fixed phrase
help someone use full abilities
To start using all of your skills and abilities, often with help from someone or something.
Voorbeelden
- This course is designed to help you unlock your potential at work.
- A good mentor can unlock your potential and guide your career.