denotation
gb/dˈɛnətˈeɪʃən/ us/dˈɛnətˈeɪʃən/
C1
Inglês
denotáció, jelölés
SUBSTANTIVO
C1
TECHNICAL
1
denotáció
C2
Padrão de uso:
the denotation of [word/phrase]
The denotation of "snake" is a type of reptile, but it often has negative connotations.
A „snake” szó denotációja egyfajta hüllő, de gyakran negatív konnotációi vannak.
In this poem, the denotation is simple, yet the connotations are complex.
Ebben a versben a denotáció egyszerű, a konnotációk mégis összetettek.
Students were asked to explain both the denotation and the connotation of the word.
Exemplos para estudantes
The denotation of this word is "a home."
Ennek a szónak a denotációja: „otthon”.
Denotation is the basic meaning.
A denotáció az alapjelentés.
Erro comum:
Do not confuse denotation (literal meaning) with connotation (the feelings or ideas a word suggests).
Significado
literal, exact meaning of a word
Colocações
literal denotation
|dictionary denotation
|the denotation of a word
|the denotation of a phrase
|in denotation
|clear denotation
|strict denotation
|denotation and connotation
|denotation versus connotation
|focus on denotation
Sinônimos
literal meaning (Emphasizes the most direct, non-figurative meaning.)
|
dictionary meaning (Highlights the meaning as listed in a dictionary.)
Antônimos
connotation (Refers to associated feelings or implied ideas rather than the literal meaning.)
Temas
language
|education
|writing
Definição
the basic dictionary meaning of a word
The direct, explicit meaning of a word or phrase, without the feelings or associations it may suggest.
SUBSTANTIVO
C2
TECHNICAL
2
denotáció
C2
Padrão de uso:
the denotation of [term] (in [context])
In formal semantics, the denotation of "dog" can be treated as the set of all dogs.
A formális szemantikában a „dog” denotációja felfogható az összes kutya halmazaként.
The denotation of "the morning star" and "the evening star" is the same planet, even though the descriptions differ.
A „hajnalcsillag” és az „esti csillag” denotációja ugyanaz a bolygó, noha a leírások eltérnek.
In this model, each symbol is assigned a denotation in the domain.
Exemplos para estudantes
The denotation of "Paris" is a real city.
A „Paris” denotációja egy valódi város.
The denotation can be a set of things.
A denotáció dolgok egy halmaza is lehet.
Erro comum:
Learners may use denotation when they mean definition; in semantics, denotation can mean the actual referent(s), not just the wording of the definition.
Significado
what a term refers to
Colocações
the denotation of a term
|the denotation of an expression
|the denotation of a name
|the denotation of a predicate
|fix the denotation
|specify the denotation
|context-dependent denotation
|denotation of a symbol
|denotation in semantics
|denotation in logic
Sinônimos
reference (Common term for what an expression points to; often broader and less technical.)
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extension (Technical term emphasizing the set of entities a term applies to.)
Antônimos
intension (In semantics, intension is the concept/conditions for application rather than the actual set of referents.)
Temas
language
|logic
|education
Definição
the real thing(s) a word talks about
The thing, person, or set of things in the real world that a word or expression applies to or refers to.
SUBSTANTIVO
C2
FORMAL
3
jelölés
C1
Padrão de uso:
denotation of [something] as [something]
The denotation of the color red as a warning is widely recognized in signage.
A vörös szín figyelmeztetés jelölésére való használata széles körben ismert a jelzésekben.
In her argument, the denotation of the term was carefully established before any debate began.
Érvelésében még a vita előtt gondosan tisztázta, hogy a terminus mit jelöl.
The law relies on precise denotation to avoid ambiguity.
Exemplos para estudantes
Clear denotation helps people understand.
A világos jelölés segíti a megértést.
The term needs precise denotation.
A kifejezés pontos jelölést igényel.
Erro comum:
This is a broader, more formal use; in everyday English, people usually mean the literal meaning of a word.
Significado
act of indicating or naming
Colocações
the denotation of X
|precise denotation
|explicit denotation
|simple denotation
|denotation of meaning
Sinônimos
signification (Formal term for the meaning something conveys.)
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indication (More general; focuses on pointing out rather than linguistic meaning.)
Antônimos
ambiguity (Lack of a clear, definite meaning or reference.)
Temas
language
|writing
Definição
the act of showing what something means
The act or result of denoting; indicating, naming, or signifying something.
Gramática
Forma no dicionário
denotation
AFI
GB/dˈɛnətˈeɪʃən/
US/dˈɛnətˈeɪʃən/
Sílabas e tonicidade
de - nota - tion (3 sílabas)
Stress on 1st syllable (de)
Formas da palavra
Noun
- Base: denotation
- Plural: denotation, denotations
Família de palavras
Forms
denotations
noun
Core family
denote
verb C1
denotative
adjective
Related words
Advanced or less common
denotational
adjective
denotatively
adverb
Expressões
connotation vs denotation
1/kˌɑnətˈeɪʃən vˈɚsəz dˈɛnətˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
technical
contrast implied and literal meaning
the difference between implied and literal meaning
Exemplos
- The worksheet on connotation vs denotation helped students choose more precise words.
- In branding, connotation vs denotation can determine whether a slogan works.
- She gave a short talk on connotation vs denotation in persuasive writing.
Exemplos para estudantes
- We learned connotation vs denotation.
denotation and connotation
1/dˈɛnətˈeɪʃən ˈænd kˌɑnətˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
technical
literal meaning and associations
a way to talk about a word’s basic meaning and its feelings/associations
Exemplos
- The lesson focused on denotation and connotation in advertising language.
- When you analyze a poem, consider both denotation and connotation.
- Her word choice had the same denotation but a very different connotation.
Exemplos para estudantes
- We studied denotation and connotation today.
- This word’s connotation is negative.
denotative meaning
1/dˈɛnətətɪv mˈinɪŋ/
fixed phrase
technical
the literal meaning of a word
the basic, literal meaning
Exemplos
- The denotative meaning of "child" is a young person.
- In formal writing, choose words with the denotative meaning you intend.
- Even if the denotative meaning is neutral, the connotation may not be.
Exemplos para estudantes
- What is the denotative meaning of this word?