Mẫu sử dụng:
to concede (that) [clause]
Under pressure from reporters, the senator finally conceded that mistakes had been made.
Az újságírók nyomására a szenátor végül elismerte, hogy történtek hibák.
She conceded that her original estimate had been far too low.
Elismerte, hogy az eredeti becslése jóval alacsonyabb volt a kelleténél.
The company conceded that it had failed to inform customers about the change.
He reluctantly conceded that the new system was, in fact, more efficient.
I concede that there may be some truth in your argument, but I still disagree with your conclusion.
Ví dụ cho người học
He finally conceded that he was wrong.
Végül elismerte, hogy tévedett.
The manager conceded that the project was late.
A menedzser elismerte, hogy a projekt késésben van.
She conceded that the test was very difficult.
They conceded that the plan needed changes.
I concede that your idea is better.
Lỗi thường gặp:
Learners sometimes use "concede" with "about" (e.g. *"He conceded about his mistake"*). The usual patterns are "concede that [clause]" (He conceded that he made a mistake) or "concede [something]" (He conceded his mistake). Learners also confuse "concede" with "agree"; "concede" implies some reluctance or that you were previously opposed.
Nghĩa
admit something is true, reluctantly
Cụm từ đi kèm
concede that
|concede the point
|reluctantly concede
|readily concede
|concede the fact
|publicly concede
Từ đồng nghĩa
admit (More general and common; does not always suggest reluctance or previous disagreement, while "concede" often does.)
Từ trái nghĩa
deny (To say something is not true, which is the opposite of conceding that it is true.)
Chủ đề
communication
|opinions
|argument
|politics
|core_vocabulary
Định nghĩa
To say that something is true or correct, usually after you first said it was not, or when you do not want to say it is true.
To admit that something is true or correct, especially after first denying or doubting it, or when you do not really want to admit it.
Mẫu sử dụng:
to concede defeat (in [something])
After realizing he could not win, the candidate called his opponent to concede the election.
Miután rájött, hogy nem nyerhet, a jelölt felhívta az ellenfelét, hogy elismerje választási vereségét.
The chess player knocked over his king to concede defeat.
A sakkozó feldöntötte a királyát, jelezve, hogy feladja a játszmát.
Under mounting pressure, the CEO finally conceded defeat and withdrew the takeover bid.
The team refused to concede defeat, even with only a few minutes left on the clock.
She held out for several hours before she conceded defeat and signed the agreement.
Ví dụ cho người học
He called his rival to concede the election.
Felhívta a riválisát, hogy elismerje választási vereségét.
Our team was tired, but they would not concede defeat.
A csapatunk fáradt volt, de nem volt hajlandó feladni a küzdelmet.
The company finally conceded defeat and stopped the project.
She conceded defeat after losing three games in a row.
They conceded the race when it was clear they could not win.
Lỗi thường gặp:
Learners sometimes say *"lose defeat"* instead of "concede defeat". Use "concede defeat" or simply "lose". Also, "concede" (in this sense) is usually used for formal or public situations like elections, big games, or business battles, not small everyday arguments.
Nghĩa
accept or admit defeat
Cụm từ đi kèm
concede defeat
|concede the election
|concede the race
|refuse to concede
|concede gracefully
|publicly concede
Từ đồng nghĩa
surrender (Often stronger and more physical or military; "concede" is more about officially recognizing loss, especially in politics or sports.)
Từ trái nghĩa
prevail (To win or be successful, which is the opposite of conceding defeat.)
Chủ đề
politics
|sports
|conflict
|business
|core_vocabulary
Định nghĩa
To say clearly that you have lost a game, election, or fight.
To formally accept and state that you have lost a competition, election, game, or struggle.
Mẫu sử dụng:
to concede [something] (to [someone])
In order to reach a deal, the company agreed to concede some control over pricing.
Az egyezség érdekében a vállalat beleegyezett, hogy enged az árképzés feletti ellenőrzéséből.
The government was forced to concede additional rights to minority groups.
A kormány kénytelen volt további jogokat biztosítani a kisebbségi csoportoknak.
Negotiators refused to concede any further ground on the key issues.
He would not concede even a small advantage to his competitors.
After hours of talks, both sides agreed to concede a little to break the deadlock.
Ví dụ cho người học
The company finally conceded some power to the workers.
A vállalat végül némi hatalmat átengedett a dolgozóknak.
The government conceded more rights to the group.
A kormány több jogot biztosított a csoportnak.
She did not want to concede any control to her partner.
They conceded a small part of the land to their neighbors.
Both sides had to concede something to make a deal.
Lỗi thường gặp:
Learners may confuse this sense with simply "give" and miss the idea of reluctance or negotiation. "Concede" usually appears in formal contexts like politics, business, or legal discussions and suggests you resisted before allowing something. Do not use it for everyday giving (say "give" or "lend" instead of *"concede me some money"*).
Nghĩa
give or allow something unwillingly
Cụm từ đi kèm
concede ground
|concede power
|concede territory
|concede a point
|concede some control
|refuse to concede anything
Từ đồng nghĩa
yield (Similar in negotiations or arguments, but can sound slightly more literary; "concede" is common in political and business contexts.)
Từ trái nghĩa
withhold (To refuse to give or allow something, which is the opposite of conceding it.)
Chủ đề
negotiation
|politics
|business
|law
|core_vocabulary
Định nghĩa
To give or allow something, like time, money, or rights, usually when you do not really want to.
To give, yield, or allow something such as a right, demand, or small advantage, often unwillingly or after resisting.
Mẫu sử dụng:
to concede [a goal/points] (to [team])
The team conceded two goals in the final ten minutes.
A csapat az utolsó tíz percben két gólt kapott.
We can’t afford to concede another penalty before half-time.
Nem engedhetjük meg magunknak, hogy a szünet előtt még egy tizenegyest ítéljenek ellenünk.
They conceded an early goal but came back to win 3–1.
Our defense has conceded only three goals all season.
The visitors conceded a soft goal after a simple mistake at the back.
Ví dụ cho người học
The team conceded one goal in the first half.
A csapat az első félidőben egy gólt kapott.
Our club often concedes late goals.
A klubunk gyakran kap gólt a hajrában.
They conceded a penalty and lost the game.
We played well and did not concede any goals.
The goalkeeper was angry after they conceded again.
Lỗi thường gặp:
Learners sometimes say *"receive a goal"* or *"get a goal"* when they mean the other team scored against them. In sports English, the normal verb is "concede": "They conceded a goal" (the other team scored). Use "score" for your own team’s goals and "concede" for goals against your team.
Nghĩa
let the other team score
Cụm từ đi kèm
concede a goal
|concede an early goal
|concede a penalty
|concede a corner
|concede two late goals
|concede points
Từ đồng nghĩa
allow (A more general verb; "concede" is the usual sports term for letting the other team score.)
Từ trái nghĩa
keep a clean sheet (Sports phrase meaning not to concede any goals.)
Chủ đề
sports
|games
|core_vocabulary
Định nghĩa
In sports, to let the other team score a goal or points.
In sports, to allow the opposing team to score a goal or points against you.