prefix
gb/pɹˈifɪks/ us/pɹˈifɪks/
B1
Inglês
~ 8400
előtag, prefixum, az elejére illeszt, eléír, előhívószám, körzetszám, megszólítás, titulus
SUBSTANTIVO
B1
1
Padrão de uso:
the prefix [prefix] is added to [word]
In the word "unhappy," the prefix "un-" means "not."
Az „unhappy” szóban az „un-” előtag azt jelenti, hogy „nem”.
The prefix "re-" is often used to show that something is done again.
A „re-” előtagot gyakran használják annak jelzésére, hogy valamit újra elvégeznek.
Students were asked to underline the prefix in each of the words on the worksheet.
Adding the prefix "mis-" to a verb can show that something is done badly or wrongly.
The teacher explained how the prefix changes the meaning of the base word.
Exemplos para estudantes
The prefix "pre-" means before.
A „pre-” előtag jelentése: „előtt”.
In "redo," "re-" is a prefix.
A „redo” szóban a „re-” előtagként szerepel.
We learned ten new prefixes in class.
This prefix makes the word negative.
Please circle the prefix in each word.
Erro comum:
Learners often confuse a 'prefix' with a 'suffix.' Remember: a prefix goes at the beginning of a word, while a suffix goes at the end. Another mistake is calling any first syllable a prefix, even when it does not carry a separate meaning.
Significado
word part added at start
Colocações
word prefix
|negative prefix
|common prefix
|add the prefix
|the prefix "un-"
|prefix and suffix
Sinônimos
affix (More general; can be added at the beginning or end of a word, while a prefix is only at the beginning.)
Antônimos
suffix (A group of letters added to the end of a word, not the beginning.)
Temas
language
|education
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Definição
A small part added to the start of a word that changes its meaning.
A group of letters or a syllable added to the beginning of a word to form a new word or change the meaning of the original word.
VERBO
B2
2
eléír
B2
Padrão de uso:
to prefix [something] with [something]
Please prefix each line with the page number.
Kérjük, írja minden sor elé az oldalszámot.
Many websites automatically prefix the URL with "https://".
Sok webhely automatikusan a „https://”-t illeszti az URL elejére.
You should prefix your reply with the ticket number for reference.
The company decided to prefix all new IDs with the letters "EMP".
In this exercise, students must prefix each verb with "un-" to form its opposite.
Exemplos para estudantes
Prefix each answer with your student number.
Minden válasz elejére írja oda a diákazonosítóját.
The program will prefix the file name with today’s date.
A program a mai dátumot illeszti a fájlnév elejére.
They prefix their emails with a short code.
We must prefix the word with "re-" in this task.
The teacher asked us to prefix the verbs with "un-".
Erro comum:
Learners sometimes say *"put prefix"* instead of *"prefix" as a verb. Use 'prefix' directly as a verb: say 'prefix the code with a zero,' not 'put a prefix the code with a zero.' Another mistake is using 'prefix' when they mean 'suffix' for adding something at the end.
Significado
add something at the beginning
Colocações
prefix something with
|prefix something by
|prefix each line
|prefix the file name
|prefix a number
Sinônimos
prepend (Common in computing and technical contexts; sounds more technical than 'prefix.')
Antônimos
append (Means to add something at the end rather than the beginning.)
Temas
language
|writing
|communication
|education
|core_vocabulary
Definição
To put letters, words, numbers, or another thing at the start of something.
To add a letter, word, number, symbol, or other element to the beginning of something else.
SUBSTANTIVO
B2
3
előhívószám
B2
körzetszám
B1
Padrão de uso:
the prefix [code] for [area/country/service]
The telephone prefix for London is 020.
London körzetszáma a 020.
You must dial the international prefix before the country code when calling abroad.
Külföldre telefonáláskor az országhívószám előtt a nemzetközi előhívószámot kell tárcsázni.
Many mobile numbers share the same three-digit prefix.
The country prefix for France is +33.
Our office numbers all have the same prefix, but the last four digits are different.
Exemplos para estudantes
What is the telephone prefix for your city?
Mi a városod körzetszáma?
You need to add the international prefix before the number.
A szám elé be kell írnod a nemzetközi előhívószámot.
This phone prefix shows that the call is from Italy.
All company phones use the same prefix.
Please write the country prefix before your phone number.
Erro comum:
Learners may confuse 'prefix' with 'country code' or 'area code.' In phone contexts, these words overlap, but 'prefix' is the general word for any numbers at the beginning of a code or phone number. Also, some learners mistakenly use 'prefix' for the last digits of a number, which is incorrect.
Significado
starting code for region/category
Colocações
telephone prefix
|country prefix
|dialing prefix
|international prefix
|area prefix
Sinônimos
area code (Common term for the part of a phone number that shows the geographic area; usually used for phone numbers only.)
Antônimos
suffix (In codes, this can refer to a part added at the end rather than at the beginning.)
Temas
technology
|communication
|travel
Definição
Numbers or letters at the start of a phone number or code that show its country, area, or type.
A set of numbers or letters added to the beginning of a telephone number or other code to indicate a specific country, area, service, or category.
SUBSTANTIVO
B2
4
megszólítás
B2
titulus
C1
Padrão de uso:
the prefix [title] before [someone]'s name
Please select the correct prefix, such as Mr, Ms, or Dr, from the drop-down list.
Kérjük, válassza ki a megfelelő megszólítást – például Mr, Ms vagy Dr – a legördülő listából.
On this form, the prefix field is required before you type your name.
Ezen az űrlapon a név beírása előtt kötelező kitölteni a megszólítás mezőt.
The system will automatically add the chosen prefix before the customer’s last name.
Her medical license allows her to use the prefix "Dr".
The bank’s online form asks you to choose a prefix before entering your personal details.
Exemplos para estudantes
Choose the prefix Mr, Ms, or Dr.
Válassza ki a megszólítást: Mr, Ms vagy Dr.
On this form, you must enter a prefix.
Ezen az űrlapon meg kell adnia a megszólítást.
He uses the prefix Dr before his name.
The prefix comes before your first name.
I did not see a prefix field on the page.
Erro comum:
Learners sometimes think 'prefix' in forms means the first part of their name, not the title before it. On English forms, 'prefix' usually refers to options like Mr, Mrs, Ms, or Dr, while your actual name goes in separate fields.
Significado
title placed before a name
Colocações
name prefix
|title prefix
|select a prefix
|choose the correct prefix
|Mr prefix
|Dr prefix
Sinônimos
title (More common everyday term; not limited to things placed before a name, but often used that way.)
Antônimos
suffix (In names, a word or abbreviation placed after a name (e.g., Jr., Sr.), not before it.)
Temas
daily life
|administration
|communication
|daily_life
|core_vocabulary
Definição
A short word like Mr or Dr that comes before a person’s name.
A title such as Mr, Mrs, Ms, Dr, or Prof that is placed before a person’s name, especially on forms or official documents.
Gramática
Forma no dicionário
prefix
AFI
GB/pɹˈifɪks/
US/pɹˈifɪks/
Sílabas e tonicidade
pre - fix (2 sílabas)
Stress on 1st syllable (pre)
Formas da palavra
Noun
- Base: prefix
- Plural: prefixes
Verb
- Base: prefix
- 3rd Person Singular: prefixes
- Present Participle: prefixing
- Past: prefixed
Família de palavras
Forms
prefixes
noun
prefixing
verb
prefixed
verb
Related words
affix
noun
suffix
noun B2
Advanced or less common
prefixation
noun
prefixal
adjective
Expressões
be prefixed with
1/bˈi pɹˈɛfɪkst wˈɪθ/
fixed phrase
have something added at beginning
To already have a letter, word, or number at the start of something.
Exemplos
- All customer numbers are prefixed with the letters "CN".
- International calls are prefixed with the appropriate country code.
country prefix
1/kˈʌntɹi pɹˈifɪks/
fixed phrase
phone code that shows country
The number you put at the start of an international phone number to show which country you are calling.
Exemplos
- The country prefix for Japan is +81.
- Check the country prefix before you dial an overseas number.
name prefix
1/nˈeɪm pɹˈifɪks/
fixed phrase
title used before a name
A short word like Mr, Ms, or Dr that comes before a person’s name.
Exemplos
- On this website, you must choose a name prefix from the list.
- The form was missing a field for the name prefix, such as Mr or Ms.
prefix with
1/pɹifˈɪks wˈɪθ/
phrasal verb
add something at the start of
To add something, such as a word or number, to the beginning of something else.
Exemplos
- Please prefix each answer with your student ID number.
- The software will automatically prefix the file name with today’s date.
telephone prefix
1/tˈɛləfˌoʊn pɹˈifɪks/
fixed phrase
starting code of a phone number
The first part of a phone number that shows the area, country, or type of phone.
Exemplos
- What is the telephone prefix for your mobile network?
- The telephone prefix for this city changed last year.