introduction
gb/ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌkʃən/ us/ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌkʃən/
A2
Английский
~ 1400
Значения
0 значений
Существительное
A2
action
1
Presenting for the first time
When a person or thing is shown to people for the first time.
Модель употребления:
the introduction of [someone/something] to [someone/something]
Частая ошибка:
Learners sometimes confuse 'introduction' with 'invitation'. An introduction is about meeting, not asking someone to come.
Синонимы
presentation (More formal and often refers to a planned display or talk.)
Антонимы
farewell (Marks the ending of an acquaintance or relationship instead of the beginning.)
Коллокации
make an introduction
|formal introduction
|brief introduction
|warm introduction
Темы
social
|communication
|events
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
Примеры
- The host made a brief introduction before the speech.
- Her introduction to the team was warm and friendly.
- The introduction of the new product was a huge success.
- He gave an introduction to the visiting dignitaries.
- The CEO handled the introduction of the keynote speaker.
Примеры для изучающих
- I made an introduction between my friend and my teacher.
- The teacher gave an introduction to the new student.
- We had an introduction before we started work.
- My boss made an introduction at the meeting.
Существительное
A2
entity
2
Opening section of text or speech
The beginning part of a book, speech, or film that tells what it will be about.
Модель употребления:
the introduction to [a book/speech/report]
Частая ошибка:
Learners may confuse 'introduction' with 'summary'. An introduction comes before the main content; a summary comes after.
Синонимы
preface (A formal introductory section in a book, often written by the author.)
Антонимы
conclusion (The final part, summarizing or ending a text or speech.)
Коллокации
write an introduction
|brief introduction
|read the introduction
|introduction chapter
Темы
education
|writing
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Примеры
- The book's introduction explains the author's motivation.
- He skipped the introduction and went straight to chapter one.
- In her introduction, she thanked her family and friends.
- The report's introduction outlines the main findings.
- I always read the introduction before deciding to buy a book.
Примеры для изучающих
- The teacher read the introduction to the story.
- I wrote an introduction for my essay.
- Please read the introduction before you start your homework.
- The film had a short introduction about the director.
Существительное
B1
action
3
Start using something new
When something is used for the first time.
Модель употребления:
the introduction of [a system/rule/product]
Частая ошибка:
Learners might confuse 'introduction' here with 'invention'. Introduction is about starting use, not creating it for the first time.
Синонимы
implementation (Focuses on putting something into practice, often in business or policy.)
Антонимы
withdrawal (Removing something from use instead of starting it.)
Коллокации
introduction of new technology
|gradual introduction
|successful introduction
Темы
business
|technology
|core_vocabulary
Примеры
- The introduction of the new software improved efficiency.
- The school celebrated the introduction of a recycling program.
- There was resistance to the introduction of new safety measures.
- The government announced the introduction of stricter laws.
- The introduction of smartphones changed communication forever.
Примеры для изучающих
- The company had the introduction of a new app.
- We saw the introduction of electric buses in our city.
- The school had the introduction of a new lunch menu.
- There was an introduction of new rules at work.
Грамматика
Словарная форма
introduction
IPA
GB/ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌkʃən/
US/ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌkʃən/
Слоги и ударение
in - tro - duc - tion (4 слога)
Stress on 3rd syllable (duc)
Формы слова
Noun
- Base: introduction
- Plural: introduction, introductions
Родственные слова
Forms
introductions
noun
Core family
introduce
verb A2
introductory
adjective B2
Related words
intro
noun B1
Advanced or less common
reintroduce
verb
reintroduction
noun
Выражения
by way of introduction
1/bˈaɪ wˈeɪ əv ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌkʃən/
fixed phrase
As a preliminary presentation
Used before giving basic information about someone or something for the first time.
Примеры
- By way of introduction, let me tell you about our company.
- By way of introduction, she explained her background in education.
self-introduction
1/sˈɛlf ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌkʃən/
fixed phrase
Presenting oneself to others
Telling people your name and some information about yourself when you meet them for the first time.
Примеры
- He began the meeting with a brief self-introduction.
- Please prepare a short self-introduction for the class.
serve as an introduction to
1/sˈɚv ˈæz ən ˌɪntɹoʊdˈʌkʃən tə/
fixed phrase
Function as an opening or beginning
To be used as a starting part or first experience before something bigger or more detailed.
Примеры
- This course will serve as an introduction to basic programming.
- The workshop served as an introduction to modern art.