unlock
gb/ʌnlˈɑk/ us/ʌnlˈɑk/
A2
Inglês
~ 8900
kinyit, kiold, felold, elérhetővé tesz, felszabadít, felszínre hoz, feltár, kibontakoztat
VERBO
A2
1
Padrão de uso:
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?
Exemplos para aprendentes
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.
Erro comum:
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.
Significado
open something that is locked
Colocações
unlock the door
|unlock the front door
|unlock the car
|unlock the safe
|unlock with a key
|unlock the gate
Sinónimos
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.)
Antónimos
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.)
Temas
daily life
|home
|travel
|daily_life
|housing
Definição
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.
VERBO
B1
2
felold
B1
Padrão de uso:
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.
Exemplos para aprendentes
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.
Erro comum:
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*).
Significado
make a phone or device usable
Colocações
unlock your phone
|unlock the screen
|unlock the device
|unlock with a password
|unlock with Face ID
|unlock your account
Sinónimos
log in (Used more for accessing online accounts or computer systems, not usually for simply waking a phone screen.)
Antónimos
lock (To make a device require a password, code, or biometric check again.)
Temas
technology
|daily life
|communication
Definição
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.
VERBO
B2
3
Padrão de uso:
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.
Exemplos para aprendentes
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.
Erro comum:
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.
Significado
make resources or features available
Colocações
unlock resources
|unlock funds
|unlock new features
|unlock access to
|unlock opportunities
|unlock investment
Sinónimos
release (Very close in meaning; slightly more general and common in formal and informal contexts.)
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enable (Focuses more on making something possible or turning something on, especially in technical or software contexts.)
Antónimos
block (To prevent access to resources or features so they cannot be used.)
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restrict (To limit how much something can be used or who can use it.)
Temas
business
|technology
|society
|core_vocabulary
Definição
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.
VERBO
B2
4
Padrão de uso:
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.
Exemplos para aprendentes
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.
Erro comum:
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*.
Significado
reveal or bring out something hidden
Colocações
unlock your potential
|unlock creativity
|unlock the secrets of
|unlock the mystery of
|unlock hidden talents
|unlock memories
Sinónimos
reveal (Focuses on making something known or visible; does not always carry the idea of enabling use or growth.)
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unleash (Stronger and more dramatic; often suggests releasing powerful or intense forces or emotions.)
Antónimos
suppress (To keep feelings, abilities, or ideas hidden or held back instead of letting them come out.)
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conceal (To hide information or feelings so they are not seen or understood.)
Temas
education
|emotions
|personal growth
Definição
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.
Gramática
Forma de dicionário
unlock
IPA
GB/ʌnlˈɑk/
US/ʌnlˈɑk/
Sílabas e acento
un - lock (2 sílabas)
Stress on 2nd syllable (lock)
Formas da palavra
Verb
- Base: unlock
- 3rd Person Singular: unlocks
- Present Participle: unlocking
- Past: unlocked
Família de palavras
Expressões
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.
Exemplos
- 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.
Exemplos
- 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.
Exemplos
- This course is designed to help you unlock your potential at work.
- A good mentor can unlock your potential and guide your career.