sign
sign
saɪn
sain
British pronunciation
/saɪn/

Definice a význam slova „sign“ v angličtině

01

znak, symbol

a symbol or letters used in math, music, or other subjects to show an instruction, idea, etc.
sign definition and meaning
example
Příklady
The infinity sign symbolizes something that has no end.
Znak nekonečna symbolizuje něco, co nemá konec.
02

an objective or observable indication of a disorder, disease, or medical condition

sign definition and meaning
example
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Medical tests can detect signs of disease.
03

a perceptible indication or clue of something not immediately obvious

example
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A change in behavior can be a sign of stress.
04

značka, nápis

a text or symbol that is displayed in public to give instructions, warnings, or information
example
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The sign by the elevator read " Out of Service. "
Značka u výtahu hlásala "Mimo provoz".
05

any nonverbal gesture, motion, or action used to communicate meaning

example
Příklady
The teacher showed a sign for silence.
06

a physical structure, typically a board, used for posting advertisements or notices

example
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The street sign guided drivers to the exit.
07

one of the twelve divisions of the zodiac, each associated with specific dates and characteristics

example
Příklady
Each zodiac sign has unique personality traits.
08

a gesture or symbol that is part of a system of communication in sign language

example
Příklady
The sign for " help " is widely recognized.
09

the property of an object, particle, or quantity indicating its polarity, such as positive or negative electric charge

example
Příklady
The ion carries a positive or negative sign depending on its electron count.
10

a fundamental unit of language linking a signifier to what it signifies

example
Příklady
The meaning of a sign depends on context.
11

the property of a number indicating whether it is positive or negative, excluding zero

example
Příklady
Determining the sign of a number is essential in calculations.
to sign
01

podepsat

to write one's name or mark on a document to indicate acceptance, approval, or endorsement of its contents
Transitive: to sign a document
to sign definition and meaning
example
Příklady
The author regularly signs copies of her books at book signings.
Autor pravidelně podepisuje výtisky svých knih na autogramiádách.
1.1

podepsat

to agree to the terms of a contract by putting one's signature to it
Transitive: to sign a contract
to sign definition and meaning
example
Příklady
After negotiating for weeks, both parties finally reached an agreement and were ready to sign the contract.
Po týdnech vyjednávání obě strany konečně dosáhly dohody a byly připraveny podepsat smlouvu.
1.2

podepsat, najmout

to formally secure the services of an individual by entering into a contractual agreement with them
Transitive: to sign sb
example
Příklady
The fashion brand signed a top model to be the face of their upcoming advertising campaign.
Módní značka podepsala smlouvu s top modelkou, aby se stala tváří jejich nadcházející reklamní kampaně.
02

znakovat, používat znakovou řeč

to use sign language for communication
Transitive: to sign words
Intransitive
to sign definition and meaning
example
Příklady
The teacher signs the lyrics of the songs during music class, engaging both hearing and deaf students.
Učitel znakuje texty písní během hudební výchovy, zapojuje tak jak slyšící, tak neslyšící studenty.
03

podepsat, dávat znamení

to use hand movements, facial expressions, or body language to communicate messages
Intransitive: to sign to sb
example
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Across the noisy cafeteria, Jane signed to her brother, requesting that he pass her the salt.
Přes hlučnou jídelnu Jane pokynula svému bratrovi a požádala ho, aby jí podal sůl.
04

požehnat, žehnat křížem

to make the sign of the cross as a symbol of blessing or protection
Transitive: to sign sb/sth
example
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During the baptism ceremony, the minister signed the child with the cross, initiating them into the Christian faith.
Během křestního obřadu kněz poznamenal dítě křížem, čímž je uvedl do křesťanské víry.
05

označit, nasměrovat

to use markers or signposts to show the way or provide information about a location
Transitive: to sign a place or road
example
Příklady
The campus was signed with directional arrows, guiding students to the different buildings and facilities.
Areál byl označen směrovými šipkami, které studenty navigovaly k různým budovám a zařízením.
01

relating to the system of communication used by deaf people, typically involving gestures and visual symbols

example
Příklady
The university offers a course in sign linguistics.
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