eco
gb/ˈikoʊ/ us/ˈikoʊ/
B1
Angielski
környezetbarát, öko-, eco mód, takarékos üzemmód, környezetvédelem, öko témák
B1
1
Schemat użycia:
eco + [noun]
The supermarket has started selling eco cleaning products in refill bottles.
A szupermarket újratölthető flakonokban kezdett környezetbarát tisztítószereket árulni.
She chose an eco option for the gift wrapping to reduce waste.
Az ajándék becsomagolásához környezetbarát megoldást választott, hogy kevesebb hulladék keletkezzen.
They want the new packaging to look modern but still be eco.
Przykłady dla uczących się
I buy eco products when I can.
Amikor tehetem, környezetbarát termékeket vásárolok.
This soap is eco and comes in a paper box.
Ez a szappan környezetbarát, és papírdobozban van.
Częsty błąd:
Don’t use it as a full sentence adjective without a noun in formal writing (prefer “eco-friendly”).
Znaczenie
environmentally friendly
Kolokacje
eco products
|eco packaging
|eco materials
|eco detergent
|eco cleaning products
|eco design
|eco initiatives
|eco options
|eco alternative
|eco brand
Synonimy
green (Common and informal, especially in marketing and news.)
|
environmentally friendly (More explicit and often more formal.)
Antonimy
polluting (Causing pollution or environmental damage.)
|
environmentally harmful (Directly contrasts with being good for the environment.)
Tematy
environment
|shopping
|business
|technology
Definicja
good for the environment; not polluting much
Designed or intended to cause as little harm as possible to the environment.
B2
2
öko-
B1
Schemat użycia:
eco- + [word]
The label uses eco- terms like eco-friendly and eco-conscious to highlight lower-impact products.
A címke olyan öko- előtagú kifejezéseket használ, mint az „ökobarát” és az „ökotudatos”, hogy kiemelje a kisebb környezeti terhelésű termékeket.
Many new “eco-” compounds appear in advertising and news reports.
Sok új „öko-” előtagú összetétel jelenik meg a reklámokban és a hírekben.
The report discusses eco-anxiety and other eco-related trends.
Przykłady dla uczących się
Eco- is used in words about nature.
Az öko- előtagot a természettel kapcsolatos szavakban használják.
Eco-friendly means good for the environment.
Az „ökobarát” azt jelenti, hogy valami kíméli a környezetet.
Częsty błąd:
In writing, it is often hyphenated in newer compounds (eco-friendly) but not in established words (ecosystem).
Znaczenie
relating to ecology or environment
Kolokacje
eco-friendly
|eco-conscious
|eco-tourism
|eco-system
|eco-activism
|eco-label
|eco-anxiety
|eco-credentials
|eco-housing
|eco-tax
Tematy
environment
|language
Definicja
used in words about the environment
Used to form words that relate to ecology, the natural world, or environmental protection.
RZECZOWNIK
B1
3
eco mód
B1
Schemat użycia:
in eco; switch to eco; eco on/off
I put the car in eco to save fuel on the highway.
Eco módba kapcsoltam az autót, hogy üzemanyagot takarítsak meg az autópályán.
The washing machine runs quieter in eco, but it takes longer.
A mosógép eco módban halkabban működik, de a program tovább tart.
When eco is on, the air conditioning is less powerful.
Przykłady dla uczących się
I use eco to save energy.
Azért használom az eco módot, hogy energiát takarítsak meg.
Eco is on.
Az eco mód be van kapcsolva.
Częsty błąd:
Often said as “eco mode”; “eco” alone is common in speech but can be unclear in writing without context.
Znaczenie
an energy-saving setting
Kolokacje
eco mode
|eco setting
|switch to eco
|eco on
|eco off
|drive in eco
|eco indicator
|eco button
|eco program
|eco cycle
Synonimy
energy-saving mode (More explicit; common in manuals.)
|
economy mode (Often used for cars and fuel-saving settings.)
Antonimy
sport mode (Typically prioritizes performance over efficiency.)
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power mode (Emphasizes maximum output rather than saving energy.)
Tematy
technology
|transport
|daily_life
|energy
Definicja
a setting that uses less energy
A setting on a vehicle or device that reduces energy or fuel use, often by limiting performance.
RZECZOWNIK
B2
INFORMAL
4
öko témák
B2
Schemat użycia:
eco (as a subject/topic)
He’s really into eco and talks a lot about plastic pollution.
Nagyon érdeklik a környezetvédelmi témák, és sokat beszél a műanyagszennyezésről.
The podcast covers eco, politics, and consumer habits.
A podcast környezetvédelmi témákkal, politikával és fogyasztói szokásokkal foglalkozik.
She took an eco course focused on local wildlife and habitats.
Przykłady dla uczących się
We talked about eco in class.
Az órán a környezetvédelemről beszélgettünk.
Częsty błąd:
In many contexts, “ecology” or “environment” is more natural than “eco” as a noun.
Znaczenie
ecology or environmentalism (informal)
Kolokacje
eco issues
|eco topics
|eco research
|eco policy
|eco debates
|eco course
|eco studies
|eco campaign
|eco movement
|eco concerns
Synonimy
ecology (The full, standard term (more common in formal contexts).)
|
the environment (Broader and more general than ecology.)
Tematy
environment
|education
|society
Definicja
ecology or environmental topics (short form)
Ecology or environmental issues, especially when talked about in a casual or shortened way.
Gramatyka
Forma słownikowa
eco
IPA
GB/ˈikoʊ/
US/ˈikoʊ/
Sylaby i akcent
eco (1 sylaba)
Stress on 1st syllable (eco)
Formy wyrazu
Adjective
- Base: eco
- Comparative: ecoer
- Superlative: ecoest
Noun
- Base: eco
- Plural: ecos
Rodzina wyrazów
Forms
ecos
noun
ecoer
adjective
ecoest
adjective
Core family
Related words
ecosystem
noun B2
eco-friendly
adjective B1
Advanced or less common
ecologically
adverb C1
ecotourism
noun B2
Wyrażenia
eco house
1/ˈikoʊ hˈaʊs/
fixed phrase
energy-efficient, low-impact home
a home that uses less energy and is better for the environment
Przykłady
- They built an eco house with solar panels and excellent insulation.
- An eco house can cost more upfront but save money over time.
- The tour showed several eco houses made from recycled materials.
Przykłady dla uczących się
- They live in an eco house.
eco mode
1/ˈikoʊ mˈoʊd/
fixed phrase
energy-saving device setting
a setting that uses less energy
Przykłady
- Turn on eco mode to extend the battery life.
- I use eco mode in the city to save fuel.
- In eco mode, the heater takes longer to warm up.
Przykłady dla uczących się
- I turned on eco mode.
- Eco mode saves energy.
eco-conscious
1/ˈikoʊ kˈɑnʃəs/
fixed phrase
aware of environmental impact
trying to make choices that are good for the environment
Przykłady
- Eco-conscious shoppers often bring reusable bags.
- The brand targets eco-conscious consumers with refill stations.
- She’s becoming more eco-conscious about food waste.
Przykłady dla uczących się
- He is eco-conscious.
eco-friendly
1/ˈikoʊ fɹˈɛndli/
fixed phrase
not harmful to the environment
good for the environment
Przykłady
- They switched to eco-friendly packaging made from recycled paper.
- This cleaner is eco-friendly and safe to use around pets.
- The company claims its new process is more eco-friendly.
Przykłady dla uczących się
- This bottle is eco-friendly.
- We want eco-friendly bags.
eco-label
1/ˈikoʊ lˈeɪbəl/
fixed phrase
environmental certification mark
a sign that a product is better for the environment
Przykłady
- Look for an eco-label if you want paper from responsibly managed forests.
- The company applied for an eco-label to prove its claims.
- Some shoppers trust eco-labels more than vague green marketing.
Przykłady dla uczących się
- This product has an eco-label.
eco-tax
1/ˈikoʊ tˈæks/
fixed phrase
formal
tax to discourage pollution
a tax to reduce pollution
Przykłady
- The government introduced an eco-tax on single-use plastic bags.
- Supporters argue the eco-tax will push companies to cut emissions.
- Critics say the eco-tax increases living costs for low-income families.
Przykłady dla uczących się
- They added an eco-tax on plastic bags.
eco-tourism
1/ˈikoʊ tˈʊɹˌɪzəm/
fixed phrase
low-impact nature travel
travel that tries to protect nature
Przykłady
- The region promotes eco-tourism to protect the rainforest and create local jobs.
- Eco-tourism companies limit group sizes to reduce damage to wildlife.
- They chose eco-tourism activities like guided hikes instead of motorized tours.
Przykłady dla uczących się
- Eco-tourism helps protect nature.
eco-warrior
1/ˈikoʊ wˈɔɹiɚ/
fixed phrase
strong environmental activist
a person who strongly supports protecting nature
Przykłady
- She’s an eco-warrior who organizes local beach cleanups.
- Some critics dismissed the protesters as eco-warriors.
- The documentary follows eco-warriors fighting illegal logging.
Przykłady dla uczących się
- My sister is an eco-warrior.