Definition против Explanation против Interpretation против Meaning

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

Definition

Топ 1000 (очень частое)B1noun

Explanation

Топ 2000 (частое)A2noun

Interpretation

Топ 2000 (частое)B2noun

Meaning

Топ 1000 (очень частое)A1noun
 DefinitionExplanationInterpretationMeaning
Произношение🇬🇧 /["/ˌdefɪˈnɪʃn/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ˌdefɪˈnɪʃn/"]/🇬🇧 /["/ˌekspləˈneɪʃn/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ˌekspləˈneɪʃn/"]/🇬🇧 /["/ɪnˌtɜːprəˈteɪʃn/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ɪnˌtɜːrprəˈteɪʃn/"]/🇬🇧 /["/ˈmiːnɪŋ/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ˈmiːnɪŋ/"]/
ЗначениеЧеткое объяснение значения слова.A clear explanation of the meaning of a word.Утверждение или описание, которое делает что-то понятным.A statement or description that makes something clear.То, как кто-то что-то понимает или объясняет.The way someone understands or explains something.Что что-то значит или представляет.What something is or represents.
ПримерThe definition of love can vary from person to person.The teacher gave a clear explanation of the difficult concept.The interpretation of the ancient text required knowledge of several languages.The meaning of the word is very important in understanding the sentence.
РегистрНейтральноеНейтральноеНейтральноеНейтральное
Насколько частоеТоп 1000 (очень частое)Топ 2000 (частое)Топ 2000 (частое)Топ 1000 (очень частое)
Уровень CEFRB1A2B2A1
Часть речиnounnounnounnoun
Сочетанияcareful, clear, concise, give (somebody), offer (somebody), propose, encompass something, include something, according to a/​the definition, by definition, under a/​the definition, careful, clear, concise, give (somebody), offer (somebody), propose, encompass something, include something, according to a/​the definition, by definition, under a/​the definitionconvincing, credible, good, have, give (somebody), offer (somebody), lie, emerge, occur to somebody, in explanation, without explanation, explanation about, an attempt at explanation, by way of explanation, convincing, credible, good, have, give (somebody), offer (somebody), lie, emerge, occur to somebody, in explanation, without explanation, explanation about, an attempt at explanation, by way of explanationcorrect, right, true, give something, make, offer, put an interpretation on something, correct, right, true, give something, make, offer, put an interpretation on somethingclear, exact, precise, comprehend, get, grasp, in a/​the meaning, with a/​the meaning, meaning behind, a nuance of meaning, a shade of meaning, clear, exact, precise, comprehend, get, grasp, in a/​the meaning, with a/​the meaning, meaning behind, a nuance of meaning, a shade of meaning, deep, real, true, have, acquire, find, without meaning, clear, exact, precise, comprehend, get, grasp, in a/​the meaning, with a/​the meaning, meaning behind, a nuance of meaning, a shade of meaning, deep, real, true, have, acquire, find, without meaning
Антонимыambiguity, confusionconfusion, mystificationmisunderstanding, misinterpretationconfusion, ignorance, misunderstanding
Частые ошибкиConfused with 'definitive' which refers to something final or conclusive., Using it in a grammatical context where 'meaning' is more suitable., Mistaking it for 'definer', which is a person who defines.'Explanation' is often confused with 'explanation' versus 'explanatory'., Sometimes learners forget to use 'an' before 'explanation'., Using 'explain' instead of 'explanation' in noun forms.Confused with 'interruption' which means stopping someone while they are speaking., Using 'interpretation' when 'interpret' is needed for the verb form., Mixing up 'interpretation' with 'translation' which implies changing text from one language to another.Confused with 'mean' as a verb., Using it incorrectly in plural as 'meanings' when referring to a specific definition., Pronouncing it incorrectly as /meening/ instead of /miːnɪŋ/
Заметки по употреблениюИспользуйте 'определение', когда обсуждаете значение слов в образовательном контексте. Это уместно как для формального письма, так и для неформальных разговоров, но избегайте его в слишком непринужденных ситуациях.Use 'definition' when discussing the meaning of words in educational contexts. It is appropriate for formal writing and informal conversations but avoid it in overly casual settings.Слово 'explanation' используется в нейтральных контекстах. Оно подходит для формального письма, но также может использоваться в разговоре. Избегайте его в очень неформальных или сленговых контекстах.Use 'explanation' in neutral contexts. It’s suitable for formal writing, but can also be used in conversation. Avoid it in very casual or slang contexts.Используется как в формальных, так и в неформальных контекстах при обсуждении понимания или объяснения идей, текстов или событий. Избегайте в очень неформальных ситуациях, где достаточно простых объяснений.Used in both formal and casual contexts when discussing understanding or explaining ideas, texts, or events. Avoid in very informal settings where simple explanations suffice.Используйте 'значение', когда говорите о важности или толковании слов, действий или символов. Избегайте слишком технических контекстов.Use 'meaning' when discussing the significance or interpretation of words, actions, or symbols. Avoid in overly technical contexts.

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Частые вопросы: Definition против Explanation против Interpretation против Meaning

В чём разница между Definition, Explanation, Interpretation и Meaning?

Definition: A clear explanation of the meaning of a word. Explanation: A statement or description that makes something clear. Interpretation: The way someone understands or explains something. Meaning: What something is or represents.

Что сложнее: Definition, Explanation, Interpretation и Meaning?

Interpretation имеет самый высокий уровень, B2, по шкале CEFR.

У Definition, Explanation, Interpretation и Meaning одинаковый уровень CEFR?

Definition: B1, Explanation: A2, Interpretation: B2, Meaning: A1 по шкале CEFR.

Какая часть речи у Definition, Explanation, Interpretation и Meaning?

Definition: noun, Explanation: noun, Interpretation: noun, Meaning: noun.

Можно показать пример каждого?

Definition: The definition of love can vary from person to person. Explanation: The teacher gave a clear explanation of the difficult concept. Interpretation: The interpretation of the ancient text required knowledge of several languages. Meaning: The meaning of the word is very important in understanding the sentence.

Можно ли использовать Definition, Explanation, Interpretation и Meaning взаимозаменяемо?

Не всегда. Definition, Explanation, Interpretation и Meaning 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.

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