Marker vs Token

Quando usar cada um em inglês, com significado, registro e exemplos.

Marker

Top 2000 (comum) B2 noun

Token

Top 2000 (comum)

	Marker	Token
Pronúncia	🇬🇧 /["/ˈmɑːkə(r)/"]/ 🇺🇸 /["/ˈmɑːrkər/"]/	🇬🇧 //ˈtəʊ.kən// 🇺🇸 //ˈtoʊ.kən//
Significado	A tool used to write or draw, usually with ink.	A token is something that represents something else.
Exemplo	a boundary marker	He received a token of appreciation for his hard work.
Registro	Neutro	Neutro
Quão comum	Top 2000 (comum)	Top 2000 (comum)
Nível CEFR	B2	-
Classe gramatical	noun
Colocações	permanent marker, dry-erase marker, highlighter marker, marker board, art marker	gift token, digital token, membership token, game token, security token
Antônimos	eraser, invisibility, absence	-
Erros comuns	Mixing up with 'marker pen' which is more specific., Confusing the plural form, sometimes written as 'markers' or 'markas' incorrectly., Using 'marker' when referring generally to writing tools, which can also include pens or pencils.	Confused with 'symbol' and 'marker'., Using 'token' as an uncountable noun., Mispronouncing the second syllable.
Notas de uso	Used in both casual and professional settings. Suitable for school, office, or art contexts. Not used in very formal writing.	Use 'token' when referring to a symbol or a representation. Common in technology or gaming contexts. May not be suitable in very formal writing.

Perguntas frequentes: Marker vs Token

Qual é a diferença entre Marker e Token?

Marker: A tool used to write or draw, usually with ink. Token: A token is something that represents something else.

Pode mostrar um exemplo de cada?

Marker: a boundary marker Token: He received a token of appreciation for his hard work.

Posso usar Marker e Token de forma intercambiável?

Nem sempre. Marker e Token são relacionadas e às vezes se sobrepõem, mas diferem em registro, frequência e uso, então trocar uma pela outra pode mudar o sentido ou o tom. Veja as diferenças acima antes de substituir.