unforeseen
gb/ˌʌnfɔɹsˈin/ us/ˌʌnfɔɹsˈin/
B2
Inglês
váratlan, előre nem látható
B2
FORMAL
1
váratlan
B1
Padrão de uso:
[an unforeseen event/problem/difficulty]
An unforeseen storm forced the flight to turn back.
A váratlan vihar miatt a repülőjáratnak vissza kellett fordulnia.
The project ran over budget because of unforeseen delays.
A projekt a váratlan késések miatt túllépte a költségvetést.
We had to change our plans due to an unforeseen family emergency.
Exemplos para aprendentes
The delay was unforeseen.
A késés váratlan volt.
We had an unforeseen problem.
Váratlan problémánk adódott.
Erro comum:
Often confused with "unpredictable"; "unforeseen" emphasizes that it was not anticipated beforehand (even if it could have been).
Significado
not expected or predicted
Colocações
unforeseen circumstances
|unforeseen events
|unforeseen problems
|unforeseen difficulties
|unforeseen delays
|unforeseen changes
|unforeseen complications
|an unforeseen issue
|unforeseen obstacles
|an unforeseen development
Sinónimos
unexpected (More common and neutral; less formal than "unforeseen".)
|
unanticipated (Very close in meaning; often used in formal writing.)
Antónimos
expected (Anticipated in advance.)
|
foreseen (Predicted or known ahead of time.)
Temas
daily_life
|news
|planning
Definição
not expected; happening suddenly
Not expected, predicted, or noticed in advance.
C1
FORMAL
2
Padrão de uso:
[unforeseen expenses/costs/contingencies]
The insurance policy covers certain unforeseen expenses during travel.
A biztosítás utazás közben bizonyos előre nem látható költségeket fedez.
The contract includes a clause for unforeseen contingencies.
A szerződés tartalmaz egy záradékot az előre nem látható eshetőségekre.
They set aside money for unforeseen repairs to the building.
Exemplos para aprendentes
We saved money for unforeseen costs.
Tettünk félre pénzt előre nem látható költségekre.
This fee was unforeseen.
Ezzel a díjjal nem számoltunk.
Erro comum:
Learners may say "unforeseen cost" when they mean "hidden cost"; "unforeseen" means not anticipated, not intentionally concealed.
Significado
not planned or provided for
Colocações
unforeseen expenses
|unforeseen costs
|unforeseen expenditure
|unforeseen contingencies
|unforeseen outlays
|cover unforeseen expenses
|allow for unforeseen costs
|an allowance for unforeseen expenses
|unforeseen liabilities
|unforeseen repairs
Sinónimos
unbudgeted (Specific to budgets and accounting; narrower than "unforeseen".)
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unplanned (More general and less formal; focuses on lack of planning.)
Antónimos
budgeted (Included in the budget or plan.)
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planned (Prepared for in advance.)
Temas
business
|money
|law
|planning
Definição
not included in a plan or budget
Not planned for or included in arrangements, especially in budgets, contracts, or official plans.
Gramática
Forma de dicionário
unforeseen
IPA
GB/ˌʌnfɔɹsˈin/
US/ˌʌnfɔɹsˈin/
Sílabas e acento
un - fore - seen (3 sílabas)
Stress on 3rd syllable (seen)
Formas da palavra
Adjective
- Base: unforeseen
Expressões
allow for unforeseen circumstances
1/əlˈaʊ fɚ ˌʌnfɔɹsˈin sˈɚkəmstˌænsɪz/
fixed phrase
formal
prepare for unexpected events
plan extra time or money for surprises
Exemplos
- We built in a buffer to allow for unforeseen circumstances.
- Any schedule should allow for unforeseen circumstances like illness or delays.
- The budget allows for unforeseen circumstances by including a contingency fund.
Exemplos para aprendentes
- We allow for unforeseen circumstances.
- Add extra time to allow for unforeseen circumstances.
unforeseen circumstances
1/ˌʌnfɔɹsˈin sˈɚkəmstˌænsɪz/
fixed phrase
formal
unexpected situation causing change
unexpected events that change plans
Exemplos
- The meeting was postponed due to unforeseen circumstances.
- We apologize for the cancellation caused by unforeseen circumstances.
- The refund applies only in cases of unforeseen circumstances.
Exemplos para aprendentes
- We canceled because of unforeseen circumstances.
- Unforeseen circumstances changed our plans.
unforeseen consequences
1/ˌʌnfɔɹsˈin kˈɑnsəkwˌɛnsɪz/
fixed phrase
formal
results not expected beforehand
unexpected results from an action
Exemplos
- The new law had unforeseen consequences for small businesses.
- Lowering the price led to unforeseen consequences in the supply chain.
- Even small changes can produce unforeseen consequences.
Exemplos para aprendentes
- The plan had unforeseen consequences.