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A1 noun #2,787 가장 일반적인 7분 분량

stock

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At the A1 level, 'stock' is a simple word used for shopping. It means the things a shop has to sell. If a shop has the toy you want, it is 'in stock.' If they don't have it, it is 'out of stock.' You might see these words on websites like Amazon. It is a very useful word for basic needs. For example, 'Do you have this shirt in stock?' is a perfect A1 sentence. You don't need to worry about the stock market or cooking liquid yet. Just think about shelves in a store. If the shelves are full, there is a lot of stock. If the shelves are empty, there is no stock. It is usually used as an uncountable noun here, so you don't say 'stocks' for clothes.
At the A2 level, you can start using 'stock' in slightly more complex ways. You might talk about 'stocking up' (the verb form) on food before a storm, or 'checking the stock' at work. You understand that 'stock' refers to a collection of things kept for future use. You might also encounter 'stock' in basic cooking contexts, like 'chicken stock.' You know it's a liquid used for flavor. In retail, you understand that 'stockroom' is the place where extra items are kept. You can describe a situation where a store is 'low on stock.' This level focuses on the physical presence and management of items in everyday life.
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At the B1 level, you should be familiar with 'stock' in the context of the 'stock market' and 'shares.' You understand that people buy stock to make money. You can read simple news articles about stock prices going up or down. You also learn the idiomatic phrase 'to take stock of something,' which means to stop and think about a situation. For example, 'After the accident, he took stock of his life.' You are moving from purely physical meanings to more abstract and financial meanings. You can also distinguish between 'stock' and 'broth' in a recipe, understanding that stock is a foundational ingredient.
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At the B2 level, you use 'stock' with more precision in professional and financial contexts. You understand terms like 'stock exchange,' 'stockbroker,' and 'stock options.' You can discuss the volatility of the stock market. You also recognize 'stock' as a way to describe someone's character or background, such as 'he is of good stock.' You might use 'stock' as an adjective to mean 'standard' or 'cliché,' like a 'stock response' or a 'stock character' in a movie. Your vocabulary is flexible enough to use the word in business, literature, and casual conversation without confusion.
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At the C1 level, you appreciate the historical and metaphorical nuances of 'stock.' You might use it to describe biological populations, such as 'fish stocks in the Atlantic.' You understand the legal and corporate nuances of 'preferred stock' versus 'common stock.' You can use the word in high-level academic or literary discussions, perhaps referring to the 'stock of human knowledge' or 'intellectual stock.' You are comfortable with complex idioms like 'lock, stock, and barrel' (meaning completely) and can use them naturally in speech and writing. Your understanding of the word is deep and multifaceted.
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At the C2 level, you have a masterly command of 'stock.' You can use it in its most archaic or specialized forms, such as referring to the 'stock' of a literal anchor or the 'stock' of a rifle. You understand the etymological connection between all its meanings—from the physical trunk to the financial foundation. You can navigate complex financial reports where 'stock' is used in highly technical ways. You can use the word with subtle irony or in sophisticated metaphors. Whether discussing genetic stock in evolutionary biology or capital stock in macroeconomics, you use the term with the precision of a native speaker.
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stock 30초 만에

  • Stock primarily refers to the physical goods and inventory a business keeps on hand to satisfy customer demand and maintain daily operations.
  • In finance, stock represents ownership shares in a corporation, allowing individuals to invest in the company's future growth and profits.
  • In the culinary arts, stock is the flavorful liquid foundation made by simmering ingredients, essential for creating professional-grade soups and sauces.
  • The term also extends to ancestry, describing a person's family background or the biological population of a specific species in the wild.

The word stock is a versatile noun that primarily refers to the supply of goods, materials, or assets held by a person or organization. At its most basic level, especially for A1 learners, it describes the items you see on a shelf in a supermarket or the boxes stored in a warehouse. However, the depth of the word 'stock' extends far beyond simple inventory. It represents the lifeblood of commerce, the literal 'foundation' (from the Old English stocc, meaning a tree trunk or pillar) upon which a business is built. When a shop says they have a product 'in stock,' they are confirming that their physical foundation of trade is ready for the customer. Conversely, 'out of stock' indicates a temporary gap in that foundation.

Physical Inventory
The actual products, such as cans of soup, clothing, or electronics, stored in a retail or wholesale environment.
Financial Equity
A share of ownership in a company, representing a claim on part of the corporation's assets and earnings.
Culinary Base
A liquid made by simmering bones, meat, or vegetables, used as a foundation for soups and sauces.

In a broader sense, 'stock' can refer to a person's ancestry or lineage, though this is more formal. For example, one might be of 'peasant stock' or 'noble stock.' This usage ties back to the idea of a family tree, where the 'stock' is the main trunk from which branches grow. In modern daily life, you are most likely to encounter 'stock' in the context of shopping or the stock market. The stock market is a complex ecosystem where these 'shares' of companies are traded, influencing the global economy. Understanding 'stock' requires recognizing it as both a physical object you can touch and an abstract value you can own.

The manager ordered more stock because the shelves were nearly empty after the holiday sale.

Investing in stock can be risky, but it often provides better long-term returns than a savings account.

For a rich flavor, always use homemade chicken stock instead of plain water for your risotto.

The store clerk checked the computer to see if the blue sweater was still in stock.

He comes from sturdy farming stock, which explains his incredible physical endurance.

Furthermore, 'stock' appears in many idiomatic expressions. To 'take stock' of a situation means to pause and think carefully about it before making a decision. This draws on the retail practice of 'stocktaking,' where employees count every item in the store to ensure records are accurate. In the world of media, 'stock photos' are generic images that can be licensed for various uses, acting as a 'ready-made' supply for designers. Whether you are cooking, investing, or shopping, 'stock' implies a resource that is available, foundational, and essential for progress.

Using the word stock correctly depends heavily on the context: retail, finance, or culinary. In retail, the most common phrases are 'in stock' and 'out of stock.' These function as prepositional phrases describing the availability of a product. For example, 'Is this phone in stock?' or 'I am sorry, that item is currently out of stock.' You can also use 'stock' as a verb (though this entry focuses on the noun), but as a noun, it often follows verbs like 'replenish,' 'deplete,' or 'check.' When you 'replenish stock,' you are adding more goods to the shelves. When you 'check stock,' you are verifying how much is left.

In Finance
Use 'stocks' (plural) to refer to shares in multiple companies. Example: 'He has a diverse portfolio of stocks and bonds.'
In Cooking
Use 'stock' (uncountable) to refer to the liquid. Example: 'Add two cups of vegetable stock to the pot.'

When discussing the stock market, the word is often paired with 'prices,' 'index,' or 'broker.' A 'stock price' is the current value of one share. A 'stock broker' is the person who buys and sells these shares for you. It is important to distinguish between 'stock' and 'share.' While often used interchangeably, 'stock' is a more general term for ownership in a company, while a 'share' is the smallest unit of that stock. If you own stock in Apple, you own several shares of Apple stock.

The company's stock rose by 5% after the positive earnings report.

You will hear stock in various everyday environments. In a retail store, you might hear a customer ask, 'Do you have any more of these in stock?' or a manager telling an employee, 'We need to move the new stock to the front of the store.' In these cases, it refers to physical products. On news programs or financial channels like CNBC or Bloomberg, the word is ubiquitous. You'll hear phrases like 'the stock market crashed,' 'tech stocks are rallying,' or 'stock options for employees.' Here, the focus is entirely on financial instruments and company ownership.

In the kitchen or on cooking shows, chefs frequently mention 'stock.' They might discuss the difference between 'white stock' (made with unbrowned bones) and 'brown stock' (made with roasted bones). You'll hear instructions like 'simmer the stock for four hours' or 'reduce the stock to a glaze.' Additionally, in professional settings, you might hear the phrase 'taking stock.' A CEO might say, 'Let's take stock of our progress this quarter,' meaning they want to evaluate the current situation and resources.

The news anchor reported that the Dow Jones stock index reached an all-time high today.

One of the most common mistakes is confusing 'stock' with 'share.' While they are related, 'stock' is the general concept of ownership, and 'share' is the unit. You don't say 'I bought five stocks of Google' if you mean five units of one company; you say 'I bought five shares of Google stock.' However, you can say 'I own many stocks' if you own shares in many different companies. Another mistake occurs in the culinary context, where learners confuse 'stock' with 'soup.' Stock is an ingredient used to make soup; it is usually unseasoned and thinner than a finished soup.

Stock vs. Inventory
'Stock' is more common in retail (items for sale), while 'inventory' is broader and can include raw materials and office supplies.
Stock vs. Broth
Stock is made from bones; broth is made primarily from meat or vegetables. Stock has a thicker mouthfeel due to gelatin.

Several words share meanings with stock depending on the context. For inventory, supply and goods are close synonyms. 'Supply' refers to the total amount available, while 'goods' refers to the items themselves. In finance, equities is a formal synonym for stocks. When referring to the culinary liquid, broth and bouillon are similar, though bouillon usually refers to a dehydrated stock cube or a clarified broth. For the meaning of ancestry, lineage, descent, and heritage are appropriate alternatives.

The warehouse has a large supply of emergency blankets.

In a more abstract sense, 'stock' as a 'store of something' can be replaced by reserve or fund. For example, 'a stock of knowledge' is similar to a 'reserve of knowledge.' Understanding these nuances helps you choose the most precise word for your writing.

How Formal Is It?

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라임이 맞는 단어
block, clock, rock

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알아야 할 문법

Uncountable nouns for substances (stock/liquid).

Compound nouns (stockroom, stockbroker).

Prepositional phrases (in stock, out of stock).

Adjective usage of nouns (stock character).

Phrasal verbs (stock up).

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수준별 예문

1

Is the red dress in stock?

Est-ce que la robe rouge est en stock ?

'In stock' is a fixed phrase.

2

The shop has no stock of bread.

Le magasin n'a plus de stock de pain.

Uncountable usage.

3

We need more stock for the sale.

Nous avons besoin de plus de stock pour les soldes.

Used as a general noun.

4

This item is out of stock.

Cet article est en rupture de stock.

'Out of stock' is the opposite of 'in stock'.

5

The clerk is checking the stock.

Le vendeur vérifie le stock.

Present continuous tense.

6

They have a large stock of toys.

Ils ont un grand stock de jouets.

'Large stock' is a common collocation.

7

I want to buy some stock.

Je veux acheter du stock.

'Some' is used with uncountable nouns.

8

The stock is in the back room.

Le stock est dans l'arrière-boutique.

Definite article 'the' refers to specific goods.

1

I bought some chicken stock for the soup.

J'ai acheté du bouillon de poulet pour la soupe.

Culinary meaning.

2

We should stock up on water before the storm.

Nous devrions faire des réserves d'eau avant la tempête.

Phrasal verb 'stock up'.

3

The stockroom is very messy.

La réserve est très en désordre.

Compound noun 'stockroom'.

4

He works as a stock clerk.

Il travaille comme employé de stock.

Job title.

5

Is there any stock left in the warehouse?

Reste-t-il du stock dans l'entrepôt ?

Interrogative with 'any'.

6

The new stock arrives every Tuesday.

Le nouveau stock arrive tous les mardis.

Present simple for routines.

7

She needs to count the stock tonight.

Elle doit compter le stock ce soir.

Infinitive after 'needs to'.

8

The store is low on stock.

Le magasin est à court de stock.

Adjective phrase 'low on stock'.

1

He invested all his money in the stock market.

Il a investi tout son argent dans la bourse.

Financial context.

2

Let's take stock of our situation before we decide.

Faisons le point sur notre situation avant de décider.

Idiom 'take stock of'.

3

The stock price fell after the news.

Le cours de l'action a chuté après la nouvelle.

Compound noun 'stock price'.

4

She owns stock in several major companies.

Elle possède des actions dans plusieurs grandes entreprises.

Uncountable 'stock' meaning ownership.

5

Vegetable stock is a good base for many dishes.

Le bouillon de légumes est une bonne base pour de nombreux plats.

General statement.

6

The company issued new stock to raise capital.

L'entreprise a émis de nouvelles actions pour lever des capitaux.

Business terminology.

7

I need to check the stock levels in the system.

Je dois vérifier les niveaux de stock dans le système.

Professional context.

8

The store manager is responsible for the stock.

Le directeur du magasin est responsable du stock.

Preposition 'for' after 'responsible'.

1

The stock market is known for its volatility.

Le marché boursier est connu pour sa volatilité.

Abstract noun usage.

2

He gave a stock answer to the difficult question.

Il a donné une réponse convenue à la question difficile.

Adjective usage meaning 'cliché'.

3

The family is of old New England stock.

La famille est de vieille souche de Nouvelle-Angleterre.

Meaning 'ancestry'.

4

She received stock options as part of her bonus.

Elle a reçu des options d'achat d'actions dans le cadre de sa prime.

Specific financial term.

5

We need to replenish our stock of office supplies.

Nous devons reconstituer notre stock de fournitures de bureau.

Formal verb 'replenish'.

6

The stock of the anchor was made of heavy iron.

Le jas de l'ancre était en fer lourd.

Technical nautical term.

7

The library has a vast stock of rare books.

La bibliothèque possède un vaste fonds de livres rares.

Meaning 'collection'.

8

Investors are worried about the falling stock index.

Les investisseurs s'inquiètent de la chute de l'indice boursier.

Financial terminology.

1

The government is monitoring the Atlantic cod stocks.

Le gouvernement surveille les stocks de morue de l'Atlantique.

Plural 'stocks' for biological populations.

2

He bought the business lock, stock, and barrel.

Il a acheté l'entreprise en bloc / intégralement.

Idiom meaning 'completely'.

3

The philosopher drew upon a rich stock of ideas.

Le philosophe a puisé dans un riche fonds d'idées.

Metaphorical usage.

4

The company's capital stock has increased significantly.

Le capital social de l'entreprise a considérablement augmenté.

Economic term.

5

She is a stock character in 19th-century novels.

C'est un personnage type des romans du XIXe siècle.

Literary term.

6

The report takes stock of the environmental damage.

Le rapport fait le bilan des dommages environnementaux.

Idiomatic 'take stock of'.

7

They are of sturdy peasant stock.

Ils sont de solide souche paysanne.

Formal usage for ancestry.

8

The rifle's stock was carved from walnut wood.

La crosse du fusil était sculptée dans du bois de noyer.

Technical firearm term.

1

The depletion of global fish stocks is a dire concern.

L'épuisement des stocks de poissons mondiaux est une préoccupation majeure.

Formal academic tone.

2

He dismissed the criticism with a stock phrase.

Il a écarté la critique par une phrase toute faite.

Nuanced adjective usage.

3

The sheer stock of human knowledge is overwhelming.

La simple réserve de connaissances humaines est écrasante.

Abstract philosophical usage.

4

The company underwent a stock split to attract small investors.

La société a procédé à un fractionnement d'actions pour attirer les petits investisseurs.

Advanced financial concept.

5

The play relies heavily on stock situations.

La pièce repose largement sur des situations conventionnelles.

Critical analysis term.

6

His lineage can be traced back to royal stock.

Sa lignée remonte à une souche royale.

High-register formal usage.

7

The stock of the argument was fundamentally flawed.

Le fondement de l'argument était fondamentalement vicié.

Metaphorical 'foundation'.

8

They sold the property lock, stock, and barrel.

Ils ont vendu la propriété en l'état et dans sa totalité.

Full idiomatic usage.

반의어

shortage emptiness

자주 쓰는 조합

In stock
Out of stock
Stock market
Stock price
Chicken stock
Take stock
Common stock
Stock levels
Rolling stock
Dead stock

자주 쓰는 구문

In stock
Out of stock
Stock up
Take stock of
Lock, stock, and barrel
Stock in trade
Laughing stock
Stock-still
Live stock
Stock options

자주 혼동되는 단어

stock vs Stalk

stock vs Stack

stock vs Store

관용어 및 표현

"Take stock of"
"Lock, stock, and barrel"
"Laughing stock"
"Stock in trade"
"A stock response"
"Of good stock"
"To be in stock"
"To run out of stock"
"To put stock in"
"Stock-still"

혼동하기 쉬운

stock vs Stalk

To follow someone or the stem of a plant.

stock vs Stack

A neat pile of objects.

stock vs Store

The place where stock is kept or sold.

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사용법

caution

Don't confuse with 'stalk' (part of a plant).

general

Very common in business and daily life.

자주 하는 실수
  • Saying 'I have many stocks' when you mean many items of one product.
  • Confusing 'stock' (liquid) with 'soup' (finished dish).
  • Using 'stocks' for inventory in American English.
  • Misspelling it as 'stok' or 'stalk'.
  • Using 'share' and 'stock' incorrectly in a technical financial report.

팁

Retail Mastery

Always use 'in stock' when shopping online or in person.

Investing Basics

Remember that 'stocks' represent a piece of a company.

Flavor Base

Good stock is the secret to great restaurant-style soup.

Taking Stock

Use 'take stock' in meetings to sound more analytical.

Avoid Clichés

A 'stock response' is one that sounds unoriginal.

Countability

Treat inventory stock as uncountable: 'much stock', not 'many stocks'.

Stock vs Stalk

Stock has an 'o', stalk has an 'a'. Don't mix them up!

Restocking

To 'restock' is to fill up the supply again.

Heritage

'Of ... stock' is a poetic way to describe ancestry.

Stockroom

The 'stockroom' is where the magic (and the mess) happens.

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어원

Old English

문화적 맥락

Often use 'stock' where Americans might say 'inventory'.

Wall Street is the global heart of 'stock' trading.

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실제 사용 상황

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"Do you think the stock market will go up this year?"

"Is the new iPhone in stock at the local store?"

"Do you prefer making your own stock or buying it?"

"How often do you take stock of your personal goals?"

"What is the best way to manage stock in a small business?"

일기 주제

Take stock of your achievements this month. What are you proud of?

If you could own stock in any company, which one would it be and why?

Describe a time you went to buy something and it was out of stock.

Write a recipe that requires a high-quality stock.

Reflect on your family stock. What traits have you inherited?

자주 묻는 질문

10 질문

Stock is made from bones and is thicker; broth is made from meat and is thinner.

Yes, 'stocks' refers to financial shares or different biological groups.

It means to assess or evaluate a situation carefully.

Yes, it means to fill shelves with goods.

A benefit where employees can buy company shares at a fixed price.

A person who everyone mocks or laughs at.

Merchandise that has not sold and is unlikely to sell.

It means the item is available for purchase right now.

It is neutral, but 'equities' is more formal in finance.

A technical term for locomotives and carriages on a railway.

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셀프 테스트 180 질문

/ 180 correct

Perfect score!

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abmercship

C1

상업 시장과 상업적 영향으로부터 완전히 독립된 상태를 의미합니다. 이는 무역과 금전적 교환의 전통적인 틀에서 완전히 벗어나 운영되는 시스템, 행동 또는 개체를 설명합니다. 이 개념은 대체 경제 및 의도적인 커뮤니티에 대한 논의에서 자주 탐구됩니다.

account

A2

어떤 일이 일어난 이유나 근거를 설명하다.

accountant

B2

회계사는 재무 기록을 유지, 검사 및 분석하는 책임을 지는 전문가입니다.

acquisition

B2

이 회사의 인수는 어제 완료되었습니다.

acumen

B2

그녀의 뛰어난 사업적 수완 덕분에 회사가 성장했습니다.

administrate

B2

관리하다는 조직의 운영을 관리하거나 감독하는 것을 의미합니다.

administration

C1

행정은 조직이나 정부를 운영하고 관리하는 과정을 의미합니다.

administrative

C1

기업, 기관 또는 정부의 관리 및 운영과 관련된.

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A1

광고는 제품, 서비스 또는 일자리에 대해 사람들에게 알리는 공고, 사진 또는 짧은 영화입니다. 주요 목적은 사람들이 무언가를 구매하도록 설득하거나 대중에게 정보를 제공하는 것입니다. 광고는 현대 마케팅의 필수 요소이며, 관심을 끌고 소비자 결정을 영향시키는 것을 목표로 합니다.

advertiser

B2

광고주는 광고 비용을 지불하는 개인이나 기업을 말합니다. 제품이나 서비스를 홍보하기 위해 다양한 매체를 활용합니다.

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