introduction

introduzione

Prima parte di un libro, discorso o altra opera, che prepara a ciò che segue.

In inglese semplice: The first part of a book, speech, or other work, which prepares you for what follows.

• Read the introduction first.
• Her speech began with a short introduction.
• The book has a new introduction by its editor.

Come si usa: introduction to something (The introduction to the report explains its purpose.)

Sinonimi: opening, preface

Contrari: conclusion

Espressioni comuni: introduction to something, short introduction, write an introduction, book introduction

presentazione

Atto di dire a delle persone i rispettivi nomi quando si incontrano per la prima volta.

In inglese semplice: The act of telling people each other’s names when they meet for the first time.

• Let me make the introductions.
• After a brief introduction, we shook hands.
• Our introduction at the party led to a lasting friendship.

Come si usa: introduction to someone (My introduction to her parents went well.)

Espressioni comuni: make an introduction, formal introduction, introduction to someone

introduzione, iniziazione

Prima esperienza o lezione che aiuta a iniziare a conoscere un argomento o un’attività.

In inglese semplice: A first experience or lesson that helps someone start learning about a subject or activity.

• This is an introduction to cooking.
• My first job provided an introduction to office life.
• The guide offers a simple introduction to local history.

Come si usa: introduction to something (This course is an introduction to photography.)

Sinonimi: orientation, initiation

Espressioni comuni: introduction to something, basic introduction, gentle introduction

presentazione, annuncio

Atto di annunciare o presentare qualcosa a un pubblico.

In inglese semplice: The act of announcing or presenting something to an audience.

• The introduction of the winner drew cheers.
• The host handled the introduction of each award.
• We waited for the formal introduction of the evening’s theme.

Come si usa: introduction of something (The introduction of the award was followed by applause.)

Sinonimi: announcement, presentation

Espressioni comuni: formal introduction, introduction of something, public introduction

lettera di presentazione, presentazione

Lettera o altro mezzo per presentare qualcuno a una persona che non ha ancora incontrato.

In inglese semplice: A letter or other way of presenting someone to a person they have not met.

• She carried a letter of introduction.
• His written introduction helped me contact the director.
• Can you provide an introduction to someone at the company?

Come si usa: introduction to someone (He gave me a written introduction to his business partner.)

Sinonimi: recommendation

Espressioni comuni: letter of introduction, personal introduction, written introduction