insight
gb/ˈɪnsˌaɪt/ us/ˈɪnsˌaɪt/
B2
Engels
~ 2800
Betekenissen
0 betekenissen
Zelfstandig naamwoord
B2
property
1
clear understanding of something
The ability to understand something or someone clearly and deeply.
Gebruikspatroon:
[someone] has/gets/gains [insight] into [something]
Veelgemaakte fout:
Learners sometimes confuse 'insight' with 'foresight'. 'Insight' is about understanding what is happening now or in the past, while 'foresight' is about predicting the future.
Synoniemen
understanding (A general word for knowing how something works; less about depth than 'insight'.)
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perception (Focuses more on noticing or sensing than on deep comprehension.)
Antoniemen
misunderstanding (A failure to understand something correctly.)
Woordcombinaties
gain insight
|provide insight
|offer insight
|insight into
|valuable insight
Thema's
thinking
|psychology
|business
|core_vocabulary
|communication
Voorbeelden
- Her book offers fresh insight into modern politics.
- The therapist's questions gave me new insight into my behavior.
- We hope the research will provide insight into the causes of the disease.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
- I gained insight into his problems.
- The teacher gave us insight into the story.
- The meeting gave her insight into the company's work.
Zelfstandig naamwoord
B2
entity
2
a helpful idea or observation
An idea or piece of advice that helps you understand something better.
Gebruikspatroon:
[someone] shares/offers [an insight] about [something]
Veelgemaakte fout:
Learners may use 'insights' only in plural when a single idea is meant; both singular and plural are correct depending on context.
Synoniemen
tip (A short, practical piece of advice; usually less deep than 'insight'.)
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observation (A comment based on noticing details; may be less analytical than 'insight'.)
Antoniemen
ignorance (Lack of knowledge or awareness about something.)
Woordcombinaties
share an insight
|offer an insight
|interesting insight
|insight about
Thema's
communication
|advice
|core_vocabulary
|education
Voorbeelden
- He offered an interesting insight about teamwork.
- Her insights about the market helped guide our strategy.
- The article contains valuable insights for new parents.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
- She gave me an insight about the problem.
- His insight helped me finish the work.
- The coach shared an insight about playing better.
Grammatica
Lemmavorm
insight
IPA
GB/ˈɪnsˌaɪt/
US/ˈɪnsˌaɪt/
Lettergrepen en klemtoon
in - sight (2 lettergrepen)
Stress on 1st syllable (in)
Woordvormen
Noun
- Base: insight
- Plural: insight, insights
Woordfamilie
Forms
insights
noun
Core family
insightful
adjective C1
Related words
insightfully
adverb C1
insightfulness
noun
Negative and opposite forms
uninsightful
adjective
Uitdrukkingen
gain insight into
1/ɡˈeɪn ˈɪnsˌaɪt ˈɪntu/
fixed phrase
acquire clear understanding of something
To learn and understand something in a deeper way.
Voorbeelden
- By studying the data, we can gain insight into customer behavior.
- Traveling can help you gain insight into different cultures.
offer insight into
1/ˈɔfɚ ˈɪnsˌaɪt ˈɪntu/
fixed phrase
present ideas to help understanding
To give ideas that help people understand something better.
Voorbeelden
- The report offers insight into the causes of climate change.
- His notes offer insight into how the project was developed.
provide insight into
1/pɹəvˈaɪd ˈɪnsˌaɪt ˈɪntu/
fixed phrase
give information for understanding something deeply
To give information that helps someone understand something better.
Voorbeelden
- This documentary provides insight into life in rural areas.
- Her speech provided insight into the challenges faced by small businesses.