Clue против Hint против Signal против Tip

Когда что использовать в английском, со значением, регистром и примерами.

Clue

Топ 2000 (частое) B1 noun

Hint

Топ 2000 (частое) C1 noun

Signal

Топ 1000 (очень частое) B1 noun

Tip

Топ 1000 (очень частое) A2 noun

	Clue	Hint	Signal	Tip
Произношение	🇬🇧 /["/kluː/"]/ 🇺🇸 /["/kluː/"]/	🇬🇧 /["/hɪnt/"]/ 🇺🇸 /["/hɪnt/"]/	🇬🇧 /["/ˈsɪɡnəl/"]/ 🇺🇸 /["/ˈsɪɡnəl/"]/	🇬🇧 /["/tɪp/"]/ 🇺🇸 /["/tɪp/"]/
Значение	A hint or piece of information that helps solve a problem or mystery.	A small clue or piece of information.	A sign or message that tells someone something.	A small amount of money given for a service.
Пример	The detective found an important clue at the crime scene.	She gave me a subtle hint about the surprise party.	The radio signal was weak, making it difficult to hear the news.	She left a tip for the waiter because the service was excellent.
Регистр	Нейтральное	Нейтральное	Нейтральное	Нейтральное
Насколько частое	Топ 2000 (частое)	Топ 2000 (частое)	Топ 1000 (очень частое)	Топ 1000 (очень частое)
Уровень CEFR	B1	C1	B1	A2
Часть речи	noun	noun	noun	noun
Сочетания	good, important, useful, contain, have, hold, clue about, clue (as) to, good, important, useful, contain, have, hold, clue about, clue (as) to, good, important, useful, contain, have, hold, clue about, clue (as) to	big, broad, clear, drop, give (somebody), catch, hint about, hint from, hint to, big, broad, clear, drop, give (somebody), catch, hint about, hint from, hint to, strong, barest, faint, detect, notice, sense, hint of, at the first hint of something, handy, helpful, practical, give (somebody), offer (somebody), hint about, hint on	clear, unmistakable, agreed, give (somebody), make, send, come from something, indicate something, at a signal, on a signal, signal for, railroad, railway, traffic, operate, be on red/​green, be red/​green, fail, box, failure, faint, weak, strong, carry, pass, relay, travel, fade, intensity, strength, signal from, signal to, clear, unmistakable, agreed, give (somebody), make, send, come from something, indicate something, at a signal, on a signal, signal for	good, handy, helpful, have, give somebody, offer (somebody), tip for, tip on, good, handy, helpful, have, give somebody, offer (somebody), tip for, tip on, good, handy, helpful, have, give somebody, offer (somebody), tip for, tip on, big, generous, good, give somebody, leave somebody, get, northern, etc., pointed, tip of, northern, etc., pointed, tip of
Антонимы	mystery, puzzle	guess, certainty, statement	noise, silence	withhold, refuse
Частые ошибки	Confused with 'clue' vs 'clueing in'., Using 'clue' as a verb incorrectly., Saying 'a clue for' instead of 'a clue to'.	Confused with 'hint' as a noun and a verb., Using 'hint' in formal contexts where a clearer statement is better., Forgetting to use 'at' or 'about' after 'hint'.	Confused with 'sign' — remember 'signal' is an act of sending a message., Using the wrong preposition, e.g., 'signal to' instead of 'signal for'., Mispronunciation, often saying 'sig-nal' instead of 'sig-nuhl'.	Confusing 'tip' as a piece of advice instead of money., Forgetting to tip in cultures where it's expected., Using 'tipped' as a noun instead of a verb.
Заметки по употреблению	Use 'clue' in detective stories, puzzles, or games. Avoid in serious academic writing, except in case studies or psychology.	Use 'hint' when suggesting something indirectly. It's more formal in writing and more casual in conversation. Avoid using it in situations that require direct communication.	Commonly used in both formal and informal contexts. In technical settings, it may refer to electromagnetic signals or communication. Avoid in very casual conversations.	Use 'tip' when paying for services like in restaurants, bars, or for taxi drivers. It's usually 10-20% of the total bill. Avoid using it in very formal settings where tipping isn't common.

Частые вопросы: Clue против Hint против Signal против Tip

В чём разница между Clue, Hint, Signal и Tip?

Clue: A hint or piece of information that helps solve a problem or mystery. Hint: A small clue or piece of information. Signal: A sign or message that tells someone something. Tip: A small amount of money given for a service.

Что сложнее: Clue, Hint, Signal и Tip?

Hint имеет самый высокий уровень, C1, по шкале CEFR.

У Clue, Hint, Signal и Tip одинаковый уровень CEFR?

Clue: B1, Hint: C1, Signal: B1, Tip: A2 по шкале CEFR.

Какая часть речи у Clue, Hint, Signal и Tip?

Clue: noun, Hint: noun, Signal: noun, Tip: noun.

Можно показать пример каждого?

Clue: The detective found an important clue at the crime scene. Hint: She gave me a subtle hint about the surprise party. Signal: The radio signal was weak, making it difficult to hear the news. Tip: She left a tip for the waiter because the service was excellent.

Можно ли использовать Clue, Hint, Signal и Tip взаимозаменяемо?

Не всегда. Clue, Hint, Signal и Tip близки и иногда пересекаются, но различаются по регистру, частоте и употреблению, поэтому замена одного другим может изменить смысл или тон. Стоит свериться с различиями выше, прежде чем заменять.