inquisitive
gb/ɪŋkwˈɪzɪtɪv/ us/ɪŋkwˈɪzɪtɪv/
B2
Inglês
~ 9500
kíváncsi, kíváncsiskodó
B2
1
kíváncsi
A1
Padrão de uso:
[someone] is inquisitive about [something]
Their daughter is bright, inquisitive, and always full of questions.
A lányuk okos, kíváncsi, és mindig tele van kérdésekkel.
An inquisitive mind will help you adapt quickly in this job.
A kíváncsi természet segít majd abban, hogy gyorsan alkalmazkodj ebben a munkában.
The museum tour was perfect for inquisitive teenagers who wanted to understand how everything worked.
He has always been inquisitive about how computers process information.
Teachers love her inquisitive attitude in class.
Exemplos para aprendentes
My little brother is very inquisitive and asks many questions.
Az öcsém nagyon kíváncsi, és sok kérdést tesz fel.
The teacher likes inquisitive students who want to learn more.
A tanár szereti a kíváncsi diákokat, akik többet akarnak megtudni.
I was always inquisitive about science when I was a child.
Her inquisitive mind helps her learn new things quickly.
Curious and inquisitive children often read a lot of books.
Erro comum:
Learners sometimes confuse 'inquisitive' with 'curious' meaning 'strange' (as in 'a curious smell'). 'Inquisitive' only describes a person (or sometimes an animal) who wants to know or learn more; it is not used to mean 'strange'. Also, do not say *'I am inquisitive to know'*, but rather 'I am inquisitive about how it works' or 'I am inquisitive about this topic'.
Significado
curious and eager to learn
Colocações
inquisitive mind
|inquisitive child
|inquisitive student
|naturally inquisitive
|highly inquisitive
|inquisitive nature
Sinónimos
curious (The most common everyday word; can also mean 'strange', while 'inquisitive' does not.)
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interested (Weaker and more general; does not always suggest active questioning.)
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inquiring (Slightly more formal and often used for thoughtful, intellectual curiosity.)
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questioning (Emphasizes asking questions or not accepting things without thinking.)
Antónimos
uninterested (Describes someone who does not care or want to know about something.)
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indifferent (Stronger sense of not caring at all about information or learning.)
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apathetic (Suggests a deep lack of interest or feeling about anything, not just learning.)
Temas
personality
|learning
|education
|daily_life
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Definição
wanting very much to know or learn things, often asking many questions
Having a strong desire to know or learn more, especially by asking questions.
C1
2
Padrão de uso:
[someone] is overly inquisitive about [someone's] private life
I found the taxi driver a little too inquisitive when he started asking about my salary.
Kicsit túl kíváncsiskodónak találtam a taxisofőrt, amikor a fizetésemről kezdett kérdezősködni.
Their inquisitive neighbors always seem to know everyone's business.
A kíváncsiskodó szomszédjaik mindig tudni látszanak, mi történik másoknál.
She gave him an inquisitive look when he tried to read her text messages.
Journalists can be extremely inquisitive about celebrities' private lives.
He has an inquisitive streak that sometimes makes people feel uncomfortable.
Exemplos para aprendentes
My coworker is very inquisitive and asks many personal questions.
A munkatársam nagyon kíváncsiskodó, és sok személyes kérdést tesz fel.
The old woman next door is too inquisitive about our family.
A mellettünk lakó idős nő túl sokat kíváncsiskodik a családunkról.
I do not want to sound inquisitive, but how much did your car cost?
Some people think reporters are too inquisitive about famous people.
Her inquisitive questions about my relationship made me feel bad.
Erro comum:
Learners sometimes use 'inquisitive' in this negative sense when 'curious' or 'interested' would sound more neutral. Saying 'the students were inquisitive about the exam' is usually positive, but calling someone 'an inquisitive neighbor' often sounds critical, close to 'nosy'. Pay attention to the context and whether the speaker sounds pleased or annoyed.
Significado
too interested in others’ private lives
Colocações
overly inquisitive
|an inquisitive neighbor
|inquisitive reporters
|inquisitive stare
|unnecessarily inquisitive
|annoyingly inquisitive
Sinónimos
nosy (Informal and common; often sounds more negative and judgmental than 'inquisitive'.)
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prying (Emphasizes rude or unwanted attempts to get private information.)
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meddlesome (Focuses on interfering in other people's affairs, not just asking questions.)
Antónimos
discreet (Describes someone careful not to ask or say too much about private matters.)
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respectful (Implies respecting other people's privacy and personal boundaries.)
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tactful (Emphasizes being sensitive and careful to avoid making others uncomfortable.)
Temas
social_behavior
|privacy
|personality
|relationships
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Definição
wanting to know about other people's private lives in a way that is not always polite
Too interested in other people's affairs or private lives, in a way that may feel nosy or annoying.
Gramática
Forma de dicionário
inquisitive
IPA
GB/ɪŋkwˈɪzɪtɪv/
US/ɪŋkwˈɪzɪtɪv/
Sílabas e acento
in - quis - it - ive (4 sílabas)
Stress on 2nd syllable (quis)
Formas da palavra
Adjective
- Base: inquisitive
Família de palavras
Negative and opposite forms
uninquisitive
adjective
Advanced or less common
Expressões
inquisitive mind
1/ɪŋkwˈɪzɪtɪv mˈaɪnd/
fixed phrase
a mind that loves learning
a way to describe a person who thinks a lot and really wants to know and understand many things
Exemplos
- The course is designed for people with an inquisitive mind and a passion for problem‑solving.
- An inquisitive mind will keep you asking questions long after the lesson is over.
- Parents should encourage an inquisitive mind rather than just giving quick answers.
inquisitive nature
1/ɪŋkwˈɪzɪtɪv nˈeɪt͡ʃɚ/
fixed phrase
a naturally curious character
a way to talk about someone who is usually very curious and likes to ask questions
Exemplos
- His inquisitive nature makes him a very good scientist.
- From a young age, her inquisitive nature set her apart from her classmates.
- The job suits people with an inquisitive nature who enjoy digging into details.
overly inquisitive
1/ˈoʊvɚli ɪŋkwˈɪzɪtɪv/
fixed phrase
too curious or nosy
wanting to know too much, so that other people may feel uncomfortable or think you are nosy
Exemplos
- I didn't mean to be overly inquisitive when I asked about your divorce.
- The interviewer seemed overly inquisitive about my family life.
- Try not to sound overly inquisitive when you first meet new neighbors.