Cool MateMeaning of Knock-on
An indirect effect or consequence of an action.
In simple words: A result or effect from an action.
Knock-on in a sentence
- The new law had a significant knock-on effect on the economy.
- The team's loss had a knock-on effect on their confidence.
- Traffic delays can create a knock-on effect throughout the city.
- The decision to cut funding had a serious knock-on effect on the project.
- There was a knock-on effect on the community due to the factory closing.
How to use Knock-on
Often used in discussions about consequences or effects of actions. Suitable for both spoken and written contexts.
Grammar pattern
knock-on + noun
Memory hint
Think of a domino effect; one knock causes many more to fall.
Related words
Collocations with Knock-on
- knock-on effect
- knock-on consequences
- knock-on impact
Synonyms for Knock-on
- consequence
- effect
- result
- repercussion
- impact
Common mistakes with Knock-on
- Using 'knock-on' without a noun afterwards.
- Confusing it with similar phrases like 'knock-off'.
Knock-on appears in
Knock-on in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
تأثير متتالٍ
نتيجة أو أثر لعمل ما.
- Bengaliবাংলা
Knock-on
কোনো কাজের ফলে হওয়া একটা ফল বা প্রভাব।
- GermanDeutsch
Folgeeffekt
Ein Ergebnis oder eine Auswirkung einer Handlung.
- SpanishEspañol
Efecto dominó
Un resultado o efecto de una acción.
- Persianفارسی
پیامد غیرمستقیم
یک نتیجه یا اثر از یک عمل.
- FrenchFrançais
Effet domino
Une conséquence ou un effet d'une action.
- Hindiहिन्दी
Knock-on
किसी काम का नतीजा या असर।
- ItalianItaliano
Effetto a catena
Un risultato o un effetto di un'azione.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Efeito dominó
Um resultado ou efeito de uma ação.
- RussianРусский
Цепная реакция, эффект домино
Результат или эффект от действия.
- Urduاردو
اثرِ بَدَل
کسی کام کا نتیجہ یا اثر۔
- Chinese中文
连锁反应, 连锁效应
某件事带来的结果或影响。
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Frequently asked questions about Knock-on
What does Knock-on mean?
A result or effect from an action.
What is the definition of Knock-on?
An indirect effect or consequence of an action.
How do you use Knock-on in a sentence?
The new law had a significant knock-on effect on the economy.
Can you give another example of Knock-on?
The team's loss had a knock-on effect on their confidence.
What are synonyms for Knock-on?
Common alternatives include consequence, effect, result, repercussion, impact.
What words go with Knock-on?
It commonly pairs with knock-on effect, knock-on consequences, knock-on impact.
What are common mistakes when using Knock-on?
Using 'knock-on' without a noun afterwards. Confusing it with similar phrases like 'knock-off'.
How do you pronounce Knock-on?
US: //nɑk ɑn//, UK: //nɒk ɒn//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Knock-on?
Often used in discussions about consequences or effects of actions. Suitable for both spoken and written contexts.