37.4.2. gy. A1B2 (példák)

backup noun /ˈbæk.ʌp/ also: back-up 1 erősítés, támogatás (további létszám/eszköz) [C or U]

Medical staff are on call to provide backup in case of an emergency.

contribution noun /ˌkɒn.trɪˈbjuː.ʃən/ [C or U] hozzájárulás, közreműködés

This invention made a major contribution to road safety.

She didn't make much of a contribution at today's meeting, did she?

All contributions, no matter how small, will be much appreciated.

a generous contribution to charity

favour noun /ˈfeɪ.vər/ szívesség [C]

She rang up to ask me a favour.

Could you do me a favour - could you give this to Sean, please?

help noun /help/ 1 segítség (vkinek) [U]

I was too embarrassed to ask for help.

Do you need any help with those boxes?

Her parents gave her some help with her bank loan.

help noun /help/ 2 segítség (aki/ami segít) [no plural]

Having a new computer would be a help.

He was a great help (to me) while my husband was away.

helper noun /ˈhel.pər/ [C] segítőtárs

The teachers make great use of volunteer helpers.

sponsor noun /ˈspɒn.sər/ [C] támogató; szponzor

All the major theatres now have sponsors, especially for high-cost productions.

support noun /səˈpɔːt/ [U] 1 támogatás (bátorítás/segítség)

Carol gave me a lot of support when I lost my job.

She's been a great support to my mum since my dad died.

supporter noun /səˈpɔː.tər/ [C] 2 támogató, támogatója vkinek/vminek

He is one of the Prime Minister's strongest supporters within industry.

helpful adjective /ˈhelp.fəl/ segítőkész, szolgálatkész; hasznos

She's such a pleasant, helpful child!

I'm sorry, I was only trying to be helpful.

He made several helpful suggestions.